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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 2-Day Explore Ticket Details

The Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 2-Day Explore Ticket offers two (2) full days to explore San Francisco. This unique city tour stops at 16 key points of interest all around spectacular San Francisco. Experience the diverse culture, beautiful parks, stunning architecture and picturesque views atop an open-air bus. Amazing views and photos of the Golden Gate Bridge are the perfect addition to your photo collection.

Discover more of San Francisco with a complimentary Chinatown Walking Tour. Walk through this world-famous historic neighborhood. See the magnificent Chinatown gates, the busy marketplace and the vibrant mix of historical and modern day culture. This tour is led by a qualified guide who will give you an insight into the area’s history and must-see locations.

With your Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 2-Day Explore Ticket, you'll experience the following highlights:
  • Two (2) calendar days city tour.
  • Hop-on, Hop-off day access to one (1) route, San Francisco City Tour - Day Loop.
  • See all of the top San Francisco landmarks including Lombard Street, Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies, Little Italy, and the Embarcadero.
  • 16 stops conveniently located close to key attractions* including Japanese Tea Garden, Maritime Museum, Pier 39, Palace of Fine Arts, and Opera House.
  • One (1) hour Panoramic Sunset Tour of San Francisco.
  • Free Guided Walking Tour.
  • Blazing Saddles Bike Rental Offer.
  • Choose between entry to either The Flyer OR 7D Experience at Pier 36
  • Pre-recorded commentary.
  • Free ‘Big Bus Tours’ App with Bus Tracking.

SAN FRANCISCO CITY TOUR - DAY LOOP STOPS:
  • STOP 1: Big Bus Tours Visitor Center (99 Jefferson Street)
  • STOP 2: North Beach/Chinatown (621 Columbus Avenue - bus stop on NW corner of Union & Columbus)
  • STOP 3: Embarcadero Center (Clay Street - between Battery & Front Streets)
  • STOP 4: Ferry Building (1 Market Street - between Steuart & Spear Streets)
  • STOP 5: Union Square South (280 Geary Street - opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)
  • STOP 6: Redemption Center/Hilton Hotel (Mason Street, between O'Farrell and Ellis Streets - outside Hilton Hotel entrance)
  • STOP 7: Civic Center (350 McCallister Street - white zone outside Earl Warren Building)
  • STOP 8: Alamo Square (944 Fell Street - next to Mosaic wall near corner with Pierce Street)
  • STOP 9: Haight Ashbury (1816 Haight Street - opposite Cha Cha Cha Restaurant)
  • STOP 10: Golden Gate Park - Monday-Saturday ONLY (55 Music Concourse Drive - outside California Academy of Sciences)
  • STOP 11: North Vista Point/Golden Gate Bridge (North Vista Point, Sausalito, CA 94965 - lookout parking area off highway)
  • STOP 12: Palace of Fine Arts (211 Richardson Avenue - bus stop on NW corner of Richardson Avenue and Francisco Street)
  • STOP 13: Marina/Cow Hollow (2101 Lombard Street - SW corner of Lombard and Fillmore Streets)
  • STOP 14: Lombard Street (1599 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA 94123 - outside Buena Vista Motor Inn near corner with Gough Street)
  • STOP 15: Pier 35/Cruise Terminal (1454 The Embarcadero - outside Pier 35 cruise terminal entrance)
  • STOP 16: Pier 39 (The Embarcadero, bus stop outside the entrance to Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf)
  • STOP 100: Golden Gate Park - Sundays and Public Holidays ONLY (Bus stop at NW corner of Lincoln Way and 9th Avenue)

* Admission to various museums and attractions along the bus route are not included in this ticket.
** First Bus and Last Bus times vary based on season and are subject to change.

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  • Redemption

    Redeem your E-Ticket at any Big Bus stop. Simply show your E-Ticket to the bus driver or a member of staff at the stop and get hoppin'!

    The Frog Family recommends redeeming your E-Ticket at:
    • STOP 1: Big Bus Visitor's Center (99 Jefferson Street)

    Availability

    Daily.

    San Francisco City Tour - Day Loop:
    • First Bus: 10:00 a.m.* from STOP 1: Big Bus Tours Visitor Center (99 Jefferson Street)
    • Last Bus: 5:00 p.m.* at STOP 1: Big Bus Tours Visitor Center (99 Jefferson Street)
    • Duration: 2.5 Hours (approx.)
    • Bus Frequency: every 15 minutes

    San Francisco Sunset Tour:
    • Duration: 1 Hour (approx.)
    • Bus Frequency: Departures daily at 6:30 p.m. from STOP 1: Big Bus Tours Visitor Center (99 Jefferson Street)

    Walking Tour:

    • Duration: 1 Hour (approx.)
    • Frequency: Departures daily at 1:00 p.m. from STOP 2: North Beach/Chinatown (621 Columbus Avenue - bus stop on NW corner of Union & Columbus)

    * First Bus and Last Bus times vary based on season and are subject to change.

    Expiration

    E-ticket expires upon redemption or in full six (6) months from selected redemption date.

    Duration

    48 hours

    Exclusions

    • Admission to the various museums and attractions along the bus route.
    • Food/beverages.
    • Optional guide gratuities.

    Inclusions

    • Two (2) calendar days city tour.
    • Hop-on, Hop-off day access to one (1) route, San Francisco City Tour - Day Loop.
    • See all of the top San Francisco landmarks including Lombard Street, Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies, Little Italy, and the Embarcadero.
    • 16 stops conveniently located close to key attractions* including Japanese Tea Garden, Maritime Museum, Pier 39, Palace of Fine Arts, and Opera House.
    • One (1) hour Panoramic Sunset Tour of San Francisco
    • Free Guided Walking Tour.
    • Blazing Saddles Bike Rental Offer.
    • Entry to either The Flyer OR 7D Experience at Pier 36
    • Pre-recorded commentary.
    • Free ‘Big Bus Tours’ App with Bus Tracking.

    Please Note

    We have introduced several new health & safety measures to reduce the risk associated with the spread of Covid-19 in line with government advice and requirements of the local health authorities. These include regular cleaning of buses and social distancing measures. To uphold these new safety and hygiene standards in keeping our guests safe during the Covid-19 Pandemic, we may have to operate a reduced service and make changes to ticket inclusions. This may also include changes to frequency of departures, routes and reduction or removal of stops. Customers are advised to visit our website or to download our app to find out more about our new health and safety measures and for the most update service information.
    • Refund Policy

      To be eligible for a refund, E-Ticket must be unused, not expired, and returned at least 24 hours prior to your selected redemption date. Once verified with the vendor that they are unused, 95% of the item(s) total will be refunded. Yup, we are friendly frogs. The 5% fee will cover the delivery, handling and the processing fees associated with accepting payment and fulfilling the order. Expired E-tickets, used E-tickets, or any E-ticket not currently sold on this site are non-refundable.
    • Changes

      Changes to your current order? Please contact Undercover Tourist with your order number and details of the change requested.
  • What to Bring

    • Camera
    • Comfortable Clothing
    • Comfortable Shoes
    • Drivers License/Photo ID
    • E-Ticket
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 2-Day Explore Ticket