

Ferry Building
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One of San Francisco’s most famous landmarks, the Ferry Building is a port of entry and transit hub, marketplace, and farmers market. Food merchants, specialty shops, wine bars, and restaurants line the historic building’s hallways, making it a one-stop shop for experiencing the diverse culinary flavors and master retailers of San Francisco.
1 Ferry Building, San Francisco, 94105
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Tour
Ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's most famous landmarks with a choice of 2 different passes. Explore the city's 49 square miles, including stops at big-name attractions like Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts and Union Square. Go at your own pace, hopping off at any of 16 stops, exploring at your leisure, and then hopping back on when you're done. Choose the Premium pass to include a night tour or a Deluxe pass for an additional 24 hours of hop-on-hop-off and a night tour.
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$40.50
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$40.50
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Napa Valley Wine Train from San Francisco: Gourmet Lunch, Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour
Ride the Napa Valley Wine Train, enjoy a gourmet lunch, and tour a vineyard on this tour from San Francisco. Travel through scenic wine country on this antique train, passing through Yountville, Rutherford, Oakville and St Helena as you dig in to a 3-course meal. Disembark at Grgich Hills Estate, Charles Krug Winery or Raymond Vineyards to receive a guided tour and taste the wines for which Napa is famous.
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$279.35
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$279.35
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San Francisco City Bus Tour: 10 Stops with Sausalito Ferry Cruise (8 PAX Max)
The Most Comprehensive 10 Stop, 35+ Attractions tour of San Francisco is smartly confined into five interesting hours. This tour is unique in that our groups are incredibly small. This is the best SF Bus Tour during COVD-19.
Start at: Ferry Building
Lombard Street (downhill walk)
Chinatown
Grace Cathedral (Go inside)
Cable Car Barn Museum (Museum Tour)
City Hall Building
Alamo Square Park
Golden Gate Park
Japanese Tea Garden (Fee not incl.)
DeYoung Museum Lookout Tower
Golden Gate Bridge
Sausalito (Time for lunch, shopping and exploring)
Ferry Cruise back to San Francisco
Customers of our tour, generally, likes/wants:
*Red carpet-like services when traveling.
*Definitely no walking up any hills. Our tour only has downhill walks.
*Able to leave their personal items onboard tour van.
*Doesn’t want to shuffle buses or hail their bus during tour
*Wants their bus to stay with them at each stop.
*Definitely does NOT want to be on a 60+ passenger bus
*Loves only 8 passengers on the tour
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$159.00
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$159.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas

Napa Valley Wine Train with Gourmet Lunch and Transport from San Francisco
Take a ride on the Napa Valley Wine Train, including lunch, during this full-day tour from San Francisco. After transportation via ferry and shuttle from San Francisco, climb aboard the restored antique train to enjoy a gourmet, locally-sourced lunch and wine pairing. Travel through the Napa Valley's rolling vineyards for towards the charming town of St. Helena.
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$259.69
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$259.69
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

24-Hour Bike Rental in San Francisco
Despite its many hills, San Francisco is a fun city to explore by bike, and this 24-hour bicycle rental allows you to see it at your own pace on a self-guided tour. Pick up your bike at a convenient Fishermans Wharf location, then go where you like, perhaps riding through the city and across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and Tiburon. Your rental includes maps and use of equipment such as helmet and lock.
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$23.80
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$23.80

San Francisco Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour | 1 Day Pass, Unlimited Use, Live Guide
See the best of San Francisco with Hop on Hop off Bus Tours. Our open-top sightseeing tours will introduce you to all the city's must-see sights, with stops conveniently located at iconic landmarks and attractions. Your flexible ticket allows you to hop on and hop off the bus as much as you like, so you can enjoy the freedom to stay for a few snaps, or immerse yourself for hours.
Your ticket is valid for 1 day unlimited use from 9am to 5pm.
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$55.00
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$55.00
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

San Francisco Guided City Tour
Explore San Francisco with a local insider and experience an extraordinary afternoon. This half-day tour takes you sightseeing around the city with a guide to offer commentary. Neighborhoods include Fisherman's Wharf, Presidio, Haight-Ashbury, Golden Gate Park, the Castro, and North Beach plus the Golden Gate Bridge. Free Wi-Fi is available aboard the vehicle so you can post your snaps to social media en route.
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$69.00
Price varies by group size
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$69.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

San Francisco All-Day Electric Bike Rental
Discover San Francisco on your own schedule with a 1-day electric bike rental. Hop on a regular bike or an electric bike, for an easier ride, and pedal past all of the sites on the top of your list. Visit the crooked path of Lombard Street, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Golden Gate Bridge and more. This self-guided trip gives you the opportunity to create your own itinerary as you explore the beloved City by the Bay.
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$65.00
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$65.00
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

2 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Make your own travel itinerary for the day while in San Francisco with this 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Ride a double-decker bus throughout the city, and hop off and back on at any of the stops along the route. This bus offers multiple routes with audio commentary filled with historical and fun facts about the areas you pass. See some of SF’s most popular places, such as Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts, the de Young Museum, and War Memorial Opera House.
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$78.99
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$78.99
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

City and Sea Adventure: 1 Day Hop-On Hop Off Pass and San Francisco Bay Cruise
In just one day, experience the best of San Francisco by land and sea with this combo package that includes two hop-on hop-off bus tours and a cruise. Check out the top attractions of San Francisco, wind through the downtown streets, and cross over the Golden Gate Bridge. Each hop-on hop-off bus tour lasts 60 minutes to 2 hours and offers live commentary. The 1-hour boat cruise takes you through San Francisco Bay, giving you prime views of Crissy Fields, the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.
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$79.99
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$79.99
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Small Group San Francisco Sunset Experience
Start your tour from the bustle of Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 and continue along the Embarcadero waterfront as you pass by the iconic Ferry Building. Then, travel across the Bay Bridge to Treasure Island for a 45-minute stop to enjoy views of the San Francisco skyline. As the sun goes down, relax with a drink at Mersea restaurant, a highly popular restaurant among visitors and locals. You will have the opportunity to order food in advance, if you wish.
After enjoying the San Francisco sunset at Mersea, your tour proceeds with an intimate night tour, which takes you to see the best spots in San Francisco.
Cross the Bay Bridge to catch an unforgettable view of the city lights, then drive through the Financial District up to Nob Hill, where you will stop at the ornate Gothic style Grace Cathedral. Cruise through the back alleys of Chinatown, and savor the aromas of Italian dinners in North Beach as you drive along Colombus Avenue. Your tour ends back at Fisherman’s Wharf.
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$65.00
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$65.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off 2 Day pass
Discover San Francisco from the Bay to the Pacific Ocean, with stops throughout for photo opportunities you won’t want to miss. Stunning panoramic views off Nob Hill and the colorful life of the Mission district. Come see the beauty of Fisherman’s Wharf, Lombard Street, Chinatown, Civic Center, the breathtaking waterfront and the fashionable Union Square, these are just some of the sites you’ll treasure long after your visit to the magnificent city by the bay.
San Francisco is an extremely popular international tourist destination famous for its landmarks, including Alcatraz Island, the cable cars, and Coit Tower, its steep rolling hills, and its eclectic mix of Victorian and modern architecture. The city is also known for its diverse, cosmopolitan population, including large and long-established Asian American, and LGBT communities
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$55.00
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$55.00

Full Day Bike Rental from Fisherman's Wharf
Discover San Francisco on your own schedule with a 1-day bike rental. Visit the crooked path of Lombard Street, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Golden Gate Bridge and other culturally rich and unique San Francisco neighborhoods. This self-guided trip gives you the opportunity to create your own itinerary as you explore the beloved City by the Bay. The entire fleet of equipment is sanitized regularly and curbside pick-up is available to ensure that your rental experience is safe and enjoyable.
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$32.00
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$32.00
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

America's Cup Day Sailing Adventure on San Francisco Bay
Tread in the footsteps of world-champion sailors on this 2.5-hour America’s Cup Day Sail on San Francisco Bay. You’ll board a high-speed International America’s Cup class yacht and take a turn on the official race course from the 2013 competition. With a skilled sailor in charge, you’ll take your turn as crew working the sail trim controls and even have a chance to skipper the boat. After departing from San Francisco’s famous Pier 39 you’ll take to the Bay and cruise beneath the magnificent Golden Gay Bridge. There’s no better way to see the Bay than this sailing trip with USA 76.
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$181.99
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$181.99

San Francisco Food Tour: Ferry Building and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
Tour San Francisco's Ferry Building on the original tour established in 2004 with a culinary expert guide during this 2-hour excursion.
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$80.00
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$80.00

1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Make your own travel itinerary for the day while in San Francisco with this full-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Ride a double-decker bus throughout the city, and hop off and back on at any of the stops along the route. Make stops at Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Chinatown, and more. For even more adventure, upgrade your ticket to include the Sausalito route and cross the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge.
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$54.99
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$54.99
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Bike Rental Near the Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco
Experience one of San Francisco’s most popular activities—biking across the Golden Gate Bridge—with this bike rental from the Marina District, conveniently located near Crissy Field and the route to the bridge. A bike, map, helmet and lock are provided with this rental, plus you’ll receive tips on the best ways to bike to the bridge and around the city. On the other side of the bridge, you can explore the waterfront town of Sausalito before returning to the city. Rental period is 24 hours.
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$40.00
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Make the Most of SF in One Day: Small Group Walking Tour
Get to know San Francisco a little better on this full day tour of the city. This tour is well-suited to travelers who want to get the lay of the land before digging deeper: with your guide by your side, spinning stories and letting you know all about the history of the city, tour neighborhoods, stop at famous landmarks and enjoy pristine photo opportunities of highlights like Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge and the sea lion hangout at Pier 39.
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$74.00
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$74.00
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

San Francisco Hop on Hop off Open Top Bus Tour + City Night Tour (Live Guide)
See all the top landmarks! One of the undeniable highlights of our San Francisco Bus Tour is the journey across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, with top-deck views across the bay. However, with its diverse neighborhoods, lively entertainment hub and bustling shopping district, there are so many other great areas of the Golden City to explore. Hop on with us to discover the best of San Francisco.
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$65.00
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$65.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

2-Day San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Night Tour
Explore San Francisco at your own pace. Make the most of your time in San Francisco with our flexible hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours. Explore the city's sights at your own pace - you'll have the freedom to hop off the tour at any of our conveniently located stops, and rejoin when you're ready.
Golden Gate Bridge
Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39
Union Square
Ferry Building Market Place
Chinatown
Little Italy
Nob Hill, Russian Hill
Civic Center
Haight Ashbury (the Hippies Street)
Golden Gate Park
Treasure Island
Bay Bridge
Sausalito
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$79.00
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$79.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems: Best of San Francisco Private Tour
World-famous sights, vibrant neighborhoods, and a laidback bohemian atmosphere; San Francisco is a magical place! On this private tour, get ready to discover the best highlights the city has to offer, as well as its unique hidden gems with your favorite local.
Get ready to experience San Francisco the local way. Enjoy the city to the max and hear more about the origin, history, and culture of San Francisco. Follow in the footsteps of the Beat Generation poets at the City Lights bookstore and take a walk through streets packed with brightly colored murals. See and touch the city’s past and present as you visit the beautiful Painted Ladies and ride a classic cable car.
Follow your local host through several of San Francisco’s neighborhoods, each with its unique character. Explore the country’s first Chinatown. Stroll through the lively streets of the Castro and the vibrant murals of the Mission, home to a thriving Latino community. More to come, join this tour now to find out!
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$120.17
Price varies by group size
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$120.17
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Private Yacht Charter from Napa to San Francisco Bay
Travel in ultimate style from downtown Napa to San Francisco with a private, one-way river yacht charter about the Kiwi Cat, a luxurious catamaran custom built by ESPN for the America’s Cup. Enjoy many deluxe amenities aboard the spacious vessel that can accommodate up to 12 as you travel downriver through scenic Napa Valley into San Francisco Bay on a 4-hour journey.
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$3,025.65
per group
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$3,025.65
per group

San Francisco Night Tour
Discover San Francisco from the Bay to the Pacific Ocean, with stops throughout for photo opportunities you won’t want to miss. Stunning panoramic views off Nob Hill and the colorful life of the Mission district. Come see the beauty of Fisherman’s Wharf, Lombard Street, Chinatown, Civic Center, the breathtaking waterfront and the fashionable Union Square, these are just some of the sites you’ll treasure long after your visit to the magnificent city by the bay.
San Francisco is an extremely popular international tourist destination famous for its landmarks, including Alcatraz Island, the cable cars, and Coit Tower, its steep rolling hills, and its eclectic mix of Victorian and modern architecture. The city is also known for its diverse, cosmopolitan population, including large and long-established Asian American, and LGBT communities.
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$40.00
From
$40.00

Family Hop (incl. 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off + Madame Tussauds + 7D Experience)
Tour San Francisco at your own pace on this hop-on, hop-off tour of the City by the Bay, along with a 7D Experience at Pier 39 and Exploratorium passes. Take advantage of a 24-hour bus pass to explore the city easily at your own pace with narration on board. Admission to both the Exploratorium on the Embarcadero and the 7D Experience at Fisherman's Wharf included anytime during opening hours.
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$74.99
From
$74.99
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
FAQ’s
Should I book Ferry Building tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Ferry Building can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 44 Ferry Building tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Ferry Building 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Ferry Building costs USD 15.39. Guided Ferry Building tours start around USD 15.39 per person. See all 44 Ferry Building tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Ferry Building ?
The best ways to experience Ferry Building are:
- Big Bus San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Tour
- Napa Valley Wine Train from San Francisco: Gourmet Lunch, Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tour
- San Francisco City Bus Tour: 10 Stops with Sausalito Ferry Cruise (8 PAX Max)
- Napa Valley Wine Train with Gourmet Lunch and Transport from San Francisco
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