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As you board the ferry, spare a thought for the prisoners of long-ago, who crossed this stretch of water when the Island was a grim state penitentiary!
Once on Alcatraz, videos and exhibits and the award-winning Cellhouse Audio Tour will bring the story of The Rock vividly to life.
Learn how the Island progressed from lighthouse to fortress to infamous penitentiary to National Park. Hear about notorious inmates like Al 'Scarface Capone' and the 'Birdman of Alcatraz'. Find out about the role played by Alcatraz in the struggle for Native American self-determination.
All the arrangements are taken care of in this great package. A private SUV will take you from your hotel to Fisherman’s Wharf, your ferry tickets and Alcatraz tickets are pre-booked, and after your visit the vehicle will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Be the envy of all passers-by as you drive along in a stylish vehicle. Enjoy magnificent views and photo-opportunities through the large windows.
The fully-narrated car tour combines history, movie scenes and local hangouts with the sights that make San Francisco famous, such as: Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach, the Financial District, the Embarcadero, Chinatown, Nob Hill, Pacific Heights, the Presidio, Union Street, and much more!
Make your day even more special by selecting the option that includes a visit to notorious Alcatraz Island. Cross San Francisco Bay by ferry to learn the incredible history of this former lighthouse, fortress and infamous state penitentiary.
The beauty of Yosemite’s ice-carved landscape is legendary. See the magnificent waterfalls cascading down precipitous cliffs in plumes of spray. Photograph renowned rock formations like El Capitan and Half-Dome. Enjoy breath-taking views of the U-shaped valleys and deep canyons, and marvel at the majesty of the giant sequoia trees, the largest living things on the planet.
This excellent fully-guided excursion gives you five hours in the stunning scenery of this glorious national park. No other day tour from San Francisco gives you as much time at Yosemite or packs in as many experiences.
Visiting Yosemite with a non-english speaking family member or friend? Our Yosemite Audio Tour complete with over an hour of interesting facts and an indepth knowledge of the journey to, and the history of Yosemite, the audio tour is sure to improve the overall experience of non-english speaking tourists. With a headset provided by Extranomical Tours this option costs nothing extra as we are dedicated to bringing the best service to you, the customer!
Travel to one or both of California's top wine regions – the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Enjoy the varied scenery from lush dairy farms to redwood forests to neat lines of green vines standing out against red hillsides. Learn all about wine-making in California and the art of tasting, choosing and presenting wine. With help from your knowledgeable guide, sample fine vintages from four to six of the best and most hospitable wineries around.
This luxury excursion feels like a private tour because the size of the group is small and, along with other guests, you have a say in deciding details of the route. You also get the chance to purchase excellent wines at fantastic prices, as well as advice from your guide about which to buy.
Board a comfortable boat for the delightful narrated cruise and lean over the rail to admire San Francisco’s renowned skyline. Pass under the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge and marvel at its colossal span. Return past notorious Alcatraz Island, site of the former federal prison that once housed Al Capone.
Back on land, if you’ve chosen the hop-on hop-off option you can jump on an open-top double-decker with an onboard tour guide. On this fully flexible tour, you can get on and off at 11 exciting stops around the city, and your pass is valid for 48 hours.
You could see the America's Crookedest Street or the splendid art deco Coit Tower. Sample a delicious Italian meal at North Beach, or go shopping for jade and silks in Chinatown. Visit the largest exhibition of Asian art in the western world or check out the historic ships at the maritime museum. There’s so much to do!
If you love seafood, San Francisco is the right place to enjoy it. Select the dining option, and prepare for a superb gourmet experience at the Fog Harbor Fish House.
Feel the wind on your face as you ride the Bay Trail over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and enjoy a return trip to San Francisco by ferryboat!
The tour is an easy 9-mile adventure, suitable for all fitness levels as most of the ride is flat and the last three miles are downhill.
Pass by several sights of interest such as the Fisherman’s Wharf, Aquatic Park, the historic airport of Chrissy Field, the Palace of Fine Arts, notorious Alcatraz, Angel Island, and more.
Guaranteed to be an experience you’ll never forget.
Attractions in San Francisco free with the Go Card include Bay Cruises, Trolley Tours, the Bay Aquarium and the Asian Art Museum.
With all the great included San Francisco attractions it’ll be hard to know where to start. Luckily your Go San Francisco Card comes with a comprehensive guide book which details all the included attractions and how to reach them.
You have an option of a 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 day Card. Visit as many attractions as you want on each day for one low, affordable price. Tailor your own custom itineraries, and with unlimited flexibility, you can change your plans on the fly.
Venture into the steamy world of the rainforest, the depths of the ocean and the immensity of outer space without leaving San Francisco.
The California Academy of Sciences is the only place in the world to combine a natural history museum, aquarium, planetarium and world-class research facility under one roof.
This cutting edge institution will inspire lifelong curiosity for the natural world as you experience a Philippine coral reef, climb into the canopy of a Costa Rican rainforest and fly to the outer reaches of the Universe.
Your ticket grants you skip-the-line access and is valid for all shows and exhibits within the Academy. It's a fascinating family day out.
On their own, Chinatown and North Beach stir your senses. Together, they awaken you to new flavors and new cultures.
Begin your tour by exploring Chinatown at twilight, tasting Dim Sum from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown. Delve into Chinese mysticism and culture, as you explore local sculpture and architecture.
Tea is to Chinatown as North Beach is to coffee and you will try the best of both! With your informative guide, search out authentic Chinese and Italian crafts and pottery and uncover their hidden secrets only intrepid locals know.
From wine to Dim Sum, fortune cookies, and teas, to cappuccinos in the very places where the Beat Generation started, you'll feel like you've really experienced Chinatown and North Beach on this memorable tour.
Stops include Fisherman's Wharf, Civic Center, Chinatown, and North Beach. See the Palace of Fine Arts, a serene and unique structure that resembles a Roman ruin. Grab some delicious fresh seafood in Fisherman’s Wharf. Walk across the Golden Gate Bridge for sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay and Marin.
Your tour will take you along highway one past rugged cliffs and through charming seaside villages such as Santa Cruz. Stop at some of the most breathtaking look out points including Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, Seal Rock and the legendary “Lone Cypress”
You will stop on the charming town of Carmel for a stroll among the elegant shops, cafes and homes.
Return to San Francisco on Route 101, passing through Silicon Valley the epicente of high tech industry.
You have the option of adding a ticket for the Monterry Bay Aquarium to this wonderful day out.
This pacific coast tour is perfect for those with limited time who want to take in the spectacular beauty of the California coastline.
Admire the Bay and Golden Gate Bridges starkly silhouetted against an aquamarine or indigo sky, and see the floodlit Palace of Fine Arts enchantingly reflected in the surounding lagoon.
Then head for North Beach, where a warm welcome, a vast menu and a delicious dinner await you at an acclaimed Italian restaurant.
Buon appetito!
An 'urban trek' is a unique combination of healthy walking and sightseeing by public transportation. It's fun, informal and eco-friendly. A 2-way walkie-talkie radio keeps you in touch with your leader and ensures you don't miss any information.
This is the most popular of Urban Treks ‘s tours, you will visit popular areas such as Chinatown, Jackson Square and North Beach. Along the way your excellent guide will tell you many fascinating stories about the history of San Francisco and its residents. Hear about the cities most colorful characters, See where the great gold rush began, learn the history of Jeans and sample some of the city’s finest cakes.
Popular with film-makers since the earliest days of cinema, San Francisco is peppered with familiar movie locations. Watch actual clips on a big screen in the coach and match them to the view outside the window. Its a magical experience.
On the way, your enthusiastic and interactive actor-turned-guide provides behind-the-scenes information and trivia about San Francisco and your favorite films.
You'll be amazed just how many movie greats were filmed here. Examples include Vertigo, Dirty Harry, Mrs Doubtfire, Bullitt, The Rock, Princess Diaries, Dr Dolittle and Milk.
Film buffs will be in heaven, but this tour is equally enjoyable for others too. A riveting introduction to a truly delightful city.
On this 'urban trek', you can view the celebrated Bridge from all angles. Walk to its south tower, get a hilltop view from Fort Mason, enjoy shoreline panoramas from Marina Green and and go right underneath the bridge at Fort Point.
Hungry from walking? Stop at Chestnut Street, famous for great value eateries, and let your knowledgeable guide advise you on the best place for lunch.
Then visit the Palace of Fine Arts, the last remaining building from the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition. With its fine dome and colonnades, you'll soon understand why it's such a popular wedding venue.
When you need to travel further, jump on a bus with your tour leader to look at other aspects of this eclectic city, such as vibrant Chinatown, and the Italian neighborhood of North Beach.
By the end of the tour, San Francisco will start to feel like home!
Your knowledgeable captain will provide an informative commentary, and live guitar music on board will add to the enchantment.
Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you watch the San Francisco skyline slip past and look up at the former prison on notorious Alcatraz island.
Marvel at the colossal span of the beautiful Golden Gate bridge as you pass underneath. And return gently to port as the stars prick out one by one in the sky over the Bay.
Day 1 finds you exploring one or both of California's top wine regions – the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and learn about wine-making in California and the art of tasting, choosing and presenting wine. With help from your knowledgeable guide, sample fine vintages from four to six of the best and most hospitable wineries around.
This luxury excursion feels like a private tour because the size of the group is small and, along with other guests, you have a say in deciding details of the route. You also get the chance to purchase excellent wines at fantastic prices, as well as advice from your guide about which to buy.
After a restful night at your hotel, board the ferry for infamous Alcatraz on Day 2. Learn the island’s checkered history and development from lighthouse to fortress to notorious penitentiary to National Park. Hear about inmates like Al 'Scarface Capone' and the 'Birdman of Alcatraz'. Find out about the part played by Alcatraz in the struggle for Native American self-determination.
Spend the morning getting the low-down on Alcatraz Island, former lighthouse, fortress and infamous state prison. Discover its grim and gritty history and get an insider’s view of the prison years from an excellent audio tour.
In the afternoon, let a knowledgeable city guide reveal the soul of San Francisco on an trip that gets to places other tours don’t reach. Discover the rich history of the ‘City by the Bay’ from 1849 Gold Rush, to the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake to 1960s ‘Flower Power’. See key landmarks like Coit Tower, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks and Lombard Street. Hear the stories that surround them and admire the magnificent views.
This luxury excursion feels like a private tour because the size of the group is small and, along with other guests, you can make suggestions about the places you’d like to see.
This 90-minute tour gives you the best night photo- opportunities around with stunning views from Telegraph Hill and of the Bay Bridge and Ferry building. Plus you’ll see the glorious sight of the Grace Cathedral at night, sniff delightful aromas from restaurants at North Beach and Chinatown and watch street performers juggling fire at Fisherman’s Wharf.
With heaters and blankets to keep you cozy on cool nights, you can snuggle up to a significant other as you ride round the town in style. Don’t miss this fabulous San Francisco experience!
Travel in an ingenious amphibious vehicle crafted from the WW II DUKW landing craft. Explore multi-cultural San Francisco’s historic neighborhoods while music plays and your Captain entertains you with fascinating stories of past and present.
And while you’re going along, don’t forget to blow your Wacky Quacker to make a hilarious honking sound and raise a lot of laughs as you bowl along the city streets.
See bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, exotic Chinatown, San Francisco’s ‘Little Italy’ and the trendy shops of Union Square. Then hold your breath as the DUKW plunges into San Francisco Bay and cruises McCovey Cove.
Combining fun and music with history and sights, this is surely one of the best ways to tour San Francisco. Adults and seniors will have just as much fun as kids. Local and visitors alike will thoroughly enjoy the experience.
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