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Fisherman's Wharf and Sausalito Walking Tour
$69 per adult
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$69 per adult
$69 per adult
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Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
Highlights
- Learn about San Francisco's coming-of-age when the 49ers came here for the Gold Rush.
- Explore the sea lions, shopping, and entertainment of Pier 39.
- Enjoy the ferry ride to Sausalito for a leisurely lunch with views of the city skyline.
- Admire the colorful houseboat community built by artist squatters after World War II.
- Wander among towering redwoods with our optional upgrade for special access to Muir Woods (available starting March 2021)
Itinerary
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Northern end of Fisherman’s Wharf
For views of ships, the bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz
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Ghirardelli Square
Home to the former factory established by Italian chocolatier Domenico Ghirardelli
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Waterfront
Lined with stalls selling local specialities like crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls
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Barbary Coast Trail
A portion of the trail that preserves a 19th-century red-light district
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Pier 39
One of the most popular tourist areas in the city, beloved by sea lions, too
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Ferry ride
From San Francisco to Sausalito with scenery and narration along the way
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Sausalito
A World War II ship hub turned into a picturesque neighborhood and art enclave
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Lunch
Lots of fresh seafood and great views before a leisurely waterfront stroll
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Optional upgrade: Muir Woods
A 560-acre national monument with awe-inspiring, ancient redwood trees, roundtrip shuttle from Sausalito included
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Return trip by ferry
Return to Fisherman’s Wharf with more views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Ferry Building along the way
Plan your trip
Lunch
We’ll stop for lunch in Sausalito. You can choose from seafood, Mexican, Italian, and more.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time. The Muir Woods upgrade is refundable 4 days before the tour.
Upgrade
Access to Muir Woods is an optional upgrade beginning March 2021. It includes transportation from Sausalito to Muir Woods and back.
Meeting point
Already booked your tour? Visit our pre-tour welcome page for more about how to connect with your guide plus tips for your trip.
Aquatic Park, 700 Beach Street
FAQs
Does the upgrade include admission to Muir Woods?
The Muir Woods upgrade includes shuttle transportation from the Sausalito waterfront to the park and back. Admission to the Muir Woods National Monument is not included and costs about $15, to be paid at the entrance.
What is the rescheduling policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time for this tour. We also offer rescheduling to another date the tour is running at no extra cost if you’re unable to make this tour. Muir Woods shuttle passes, however, are not eligible for rescheduling within 4 days of the tour. Also, please keep in mind that there are no refunds available if you have already rescheduled your tour.
What about gratuities?
Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.
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