The 10 Best Day Trips from in San Francisco, California (CA)

October 24, 2021 Kiesha Cripe

Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
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1. 8-Hour Private Sonoma or Napa Wine Tour with Concierge Service

Wine Nation Tours
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Enjoy the Beauty of Napa Valley and Sonoma. Taste Best Wines , the region has to offer. We'll plan the day for you, based on your wine and personal preferences. We'll do our best to accommodate your requests and build most joyful itinerary for your group. - We are unable to list all of the wineries on Viator. We'll discuss your preferences during customization. - If you are unsure of which wineries to visit, there are predetermined lists of our top picks available, and we can accommodate your specific desired wine type. - ALL TRAVELERS MUST CALL SUPPLIER TO BEGIN THE CUSTOMIZATION OF THE TOUR. Usual pick up times available: from Sonoma , Napa as early as 9:30am from San Francisco as early as 8:30 am - Some of the wineries , we frequently visit are in Tour Details, below. However, each group is different and we will make sure your day in Wine Country spent with joy and pleasure.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Bottle of Champagne or Wine with Each Booking., Private transportation, Available predetermined wine tour itineraries , Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, Free Pick up in South Central Sonoma Only , Napa and Marin County

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuity - Industry Standard 20%, Tastings at Wineries, Additional time past the first 8 hours , San Francisco Pick up and other areas - call for rate

Reviewed By zo_m995

Lonny was excellent! He was able to add some last minute reservations and recommend additional wineries. One of our faves was a place we weren’t planning to visit but he recommended. Friendly, great driver, go with the flow but professional.

2. Private Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito

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his Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park. You will discover some of the most beautiful house boats in the world, where a hippie community took residence in the 70's and admire the beautiful seaside Mediterranean style City of Sausalito. The transportation will be in a luxury brand new Porsche Macan with only 4 passenger total and your guide. You will have a particular attention from your tour guide during all your trip.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Muir Woods entrance fee $15/ea, Gratuities 20% industry standard

Reviewed By 426ilenem

It was so nice to not have to drive or look for parking or directions. The tour guide was very entertaining.

3. Best Day in San Francisco with Muir Woods

2800 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA SF Excursions
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Enjoy an introduction to San Francisco on this 6-hour tour that includes a trip across San Francisco Bay to Muir Woods National Monument. You'll be driven around the city to see its diverse neighborhoods and geography, stopping several times for photo ops. At Muir Woods, admire the towering redwood trees, and visit the waterfront town of Sausalito for lunch (own expense).

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local guide

Exclusions: Lunch in Sausalito, Muir Woods entrance fee ($15), Gratuities

Reviewed By J3907FKemilyg

The best part was the ease of the tour- also it was very informational. The kids enjoyed it as well as the adults!

4. The Ultimate Day in the Bay Including Muir Woods

710 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA Dylan's Tours
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Explore all of San Francisco’s most famous neighborhoods. Enjoy a relaxing snack in Sausalito. Then take a short ride with us up to Muir Woods National Monument. This San Francisco tour is our most popular and top-rated because you get to see our beautiful City by the Bay with a local guide. 8:30AM – Depart Fisherman’s Wharf 8:30AM -11:00AM – Explore San Francisco’s BEST neighborhoods! During this time, you are treated to entertaining stories about the neighborhoods and several photo stoops. 11:00AM - 11:30AM – Snack break in Sausalito Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town. 12:00PM - 1:15PM – Explore Muir Woods After a ride, you will have 75 minutes to walk amongst some of the last remaining coastal redwoods in the world! 2:00PM –Return to Fisherman’s Wharf We return at the same location we started for you to enjoy the rest of your day!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Muir Woods entrance fee ($15), Gratuities

Reviewed By davidmG9603OW

Fantastic tour! Muir Woods was awe inspiring. Our guide, Patrick, was great. A true local celebrity with deep San Francisco knowledge and roots. Don’t miss this tour!

5. Wine Country Small-Group Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

1301 Palace Dr, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA Edge of the World Tours
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Beautiful Sonoma Valley is your destination on this laid-back, fun-filled, all-day tour. You will learn much about the region from your friendly and knowledgeable guide and will have the opportunity to sample many of the delicious wines that have made Northern California a world-renowned wine producing region. You will travel with a small group (limited to 12 people) to three of Sonoma’s finest boutique wineries where you will spend approximately one hour at each winery. This journey also includes a stop in scenic Sausalito, a stop at the Golden Gate Bridge, and a lunch stop in the historic town of Sonoma where you can select from one of the many fantastic restaurants on the square. If you’re feeling adventurous you can even take a walk into the past at Mission San Francisco Solano. Tasting fees at all wineries are included!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Wine tastings at three wineries, Professional driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch, Sausalito Ferry, Gratuities

Reviewed By Cece S

Mark was an amazing tour guide and the wineries were beautiful. It was worth the money and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone going to California.

6. Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour

427 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA Painted Ladies Tour Company
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Spend your day tasting some delicious wines as we make our way through the beautiful Sonoma Valley in one of our Vintage VW buses! We will visit 3 award winning wineries. Each winery has been carefully selected for its unique character, knowledgeable and friendly staff, lovely ambiance and off course their delicious wines.You will also have the unique experience of touring a wine cave at one of the most scenic wineries in all of Sonoma/Napa. We will then make a stop at an Italian winery to enjoy lunch. You will have the chance to taste artisan cheeses, Salami, fresh deli and green salads, pizza, including vegetarian and gluten free options, as well as wine by the glass! At the second winery, you will be dazzled with a broad selection of award winning wines. Followed by another small production winery focused on Rhone varietals and techniques. We will top it of with a nice little surprise:-))

Inclusions: Tasting Fees, Professional Guide, Small group tour, Bottled water, San Francisco History and the Bay area, Photo ops at Golden Gate Bridge (if weather permits), Light Snacks, Visit to 3 award-winning wineries

Exclusions: Cost of lunch- Usually averages between $10-20, Gratuities

Reviewed By kkF1942KT

Overall great experience, love the old-school Volkswagen van. Tour was amazing! There was a little hiccup when it came to seating the driver question rather if I should sit in the front and insisted on me asking two ladies that showed up late! if they wanted to sit there when I was on time and the only solo person there. I felt unwanted but brushed it off and went on with the tour. A must do for solo travelers.

7. The Perfect Blend: Napa and Sonoma Combo Wine Tour from San Francisco

Green Dream Tours
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Discover the winemaking traditions of two of the greatest wine regions in the world on a full-day scenic tour from San Francisco. This tour through Napa and Sonoma valleys brings you to three boutique wineries. Sample four to six types of wine at each stop and learn all about these two regions and their wine-production history. Tasting fees at the three wineries are included. Hotel pick-up and drop-off provided from most hotels in San Francisco. Lunch is on your own at trendy Oxbow Public Market. Travel with a small group in luxury transportation, with a 14-passenger limit (8 during COVID-19).

Inclusions: Fully narrated tour with commentary, Wine tasting at three wineries, Water for the entire duration of tour, Gum, mints and suntan lotion, Hotel pickup and drop-off* (from most hotels in SF), Experienced Wine Country Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch at Oxbow Public Market in Napa, Additional wine tasting at Oxbow Public Market (optional), Gratuities

Reviewed By Payton S

AMAZING trip! So much fun and had a great guide who made it more fun! Definitely a must do when visiting this area!

8. The One Day in San Francisco Tour with Alcatraz

710 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA Dylan's Tours
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Includes 9 locations, 5 photo stops, a lunch break in Sausalito, a walk around Muir Woods and the Official Alcatraz tour in the afternoon. Learn the culture and history of San Francisco along with great restaurant recommendations! 8:30AM – Depart Fisherman’s Wharf 8:30AM -11:00AM – Explore San Francisco’s BEST neighborhoods! During this time, you are treated to entertaining stories about the neighborhoods and several photo stoops. 11:00AM - 11:30AM – Snack break in Sausalito Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town. 12:00PM - 1:15PM – Explore Muir Woods After a ride, you will have 75 minutes to walk amongst some of the last remaining coastal redwoods in the world! 2:30PM – Depart for the Official Alcatraz Tour, Pier 33 Your guide will drop you off at the Alcatraz terminal in time for you to board your cruise to the famous prison

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Alcatraz Island ticket ($39.90 USD value)

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Reviewed By cjr5916

Wonderful day tour of some of the best San Fran neighborhoods, the beautiful town of Sausalito and the magical Muir Woods! Our tour guide, Sean was great! Personable and knowledgeable, he even held the attention of our kids and answered all of their questions. Would highly recommend this tour.

9. Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequioas Day Trip from San Francisco

San Francisco, CA, USA Best Bay Area Tours
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Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on a coach tour to highlights such as Bridalveil Falls, Tunnel View, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls, with a stop for a 1-mile (1.6-km) walk into a grove of giant sequoias*. Our vans only take 15 passengers, so we are able to stop at more places with less time for loading and unloading of passengers. *weather permitting, and the hike is not recommended for people with health issues

Inclusions: National Park fees, All activities, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (from select hotels in San Francisco), Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, No Pick-up/Drop-off from residential addresses or hotels outside of San Francisco

Reviewed By cwd143

Took the small group tour to Yosemite National Park. It was one of the best tours we have had. Brian our tour guide made this 1 day trip to Yosemite amazing. He packed in a visit and photo opps to all the major sites in Yosemite . We highly recommend tours with Best Bay. They do not disappoint at all.

10. Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco

San Francisco, CA, USA Best Bay Area Tours
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This tour is a chance to experience all that northern California has to offer – giant redwoods, a stunning coastline, a small beach town, and wonderful views of San Francisco. We begin the day at Muir Woods, where you will walk among the oldest and largest trees on the planet. The park has 1500 year old, 300-foot Redwoods beauties that offer an awe-inspiring stroll through one of the most unique forests in Northern California. We will drive up the breathtaking coast to a small beach town where we will purchase lunch and purchase lunch weather permitting, go picnic at the beach. The day ends in Sausalito — a lovely town on the San Francisco Bay with magical views of the city. Then, you can decide if you want to return with us or take a 30-minute ferry ride back to San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. ENTRANCE TO MUIR WOODS IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE. This tour does not include lunch or the optional ferry.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

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Reviewed By cwd143

Took the small group tour to Yosemite National Park. It was one of the best tours we have had. Brian our tour guide made this 1 day trip to Yosemite amazing. He packed in a visit and photo opps to all the major sites in Yosemite . We highly recommend tours with Best Bay. They do not disappoint at all.

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