The Best Day in the Bay + Muir Woods (1st Day); Official Alcatraz Tour (2nd Day)
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On your 1st day, explore all of San Francisco’s most famous neighborhoods. Enjoy a snack in the charming city of Sausalito. Then take a short ride with us up to Muir Woods National Monument, and experience one of the last remaining, most breathtaking coastal redwood forests in the world!
This San Francisco tour is our most popular and top-rated, because you get to see our beautiful City by the Bay in a way that only a born and raised local can show you. This is also the premier way to ensure you cover all your “must do’s” while you’re in town.
On the 2nd day take the Official Alcatraz Tour - Meet at Pier 33 and take the ferry over to Alcatraz Island to enjoy the 90-minute audio tour.
If you want a real tour of Alcatraz, you’re in the right place. Make sure to book in advance to ensure availability!
Itinerary
Day 1: See our favorite neighborhoods in San Francisco, enjoy your lunch in Sausalito and spend over 1-hour in Muir Woods!
Pass By: Fisherman’s Wharf, Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, California
One of San Francisco’s most popular destinations – from old shipyards, to Boudin’s Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, Fisherman’s Wharf has it all.
Pass By: North Beach, North Beach, San Francisco, California
Voted as one of the USA’s “ten great neighborhoods”, North Beach is best known as the home of Little Italy. From delicious restaurants to authentic sidewalk cafes and bakeries, you will feel the charm of San Francisco as soon as you arrive.
Pass By: Chinatown, Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94108
Boasting the largest Chinatown in the United States, this 24-block mecca is bustling with energy, amazing food, and unique and colorful shops that give this area its charm.
Stop At: Haight-Ashbury, Haight-Ashbury, San Francisco, California
The origin of the hippie culture and the birth place of the “Summer of Love.” From the stunning Painted Ladies to the homes of music’s favorite 60’s bands, this district started the counter-culture movement across the USA.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Pacific Heights, Pacific Heights, San Francisco, California
Offering one of the most scenic outlooks in all of Northern California, Pacific Heights is home to Billionaire’s Row, featuring the estates of politicians, tech titans and other San Francisco celebrities (includes Mrs. Doubtfire house!)
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Presidio of San Francisco, 210 Lincoln Boulevard on the Presidio's Main Post, San Francisco, CA 94129
Former military base, now a beautiful park that includes Crissy Field, Fort Point, Lucasfilm’s (George Lucas) headquarters and the Walt Disney Museum.
Stop At: Fort Point National Historic Site, Long Ave & Marine Dr Building 999, San Francisco, CA 94129
Located just beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point gives you a front row seat to the Bay and is a great photo stop. This former military fortification was used during WWII.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Golden Gate Bridge, US-101, San Francisco, CA 94129
Declared “one of the 10 wonders of the modern world,” the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognized symbols of San Francisco. Simply stunning!
Pass By: Sausalito, Sausalito, Marin County, California
Located just across the Golden Gate Bridge, this artistic enclave has the setting and beauty of a European Mediterranean town.
Stop At: Muir Woods National Monument, 1 Muir Woods Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941-4205
Muir Woods National Monument is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful trees in the world. Many of our guests consider this stop to be the highlight of their trip.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Pass By: Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA
Nestled near downtown San Francisco, the Tenderloin neighborhood continues to resist gentrification, all while spearheading the local arts movement. It’s a must-see in our modern-day city.
Stop At: Painted Ladies, Alamo Square, Steiner and Hayes Sts., San Francisco, CA
Also known as the “Full House Houses” and “Postcard Row”. Victorian homes, beautiful parks and the hippie culture are all what make up this historic neighborhood.
Duration: 10 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Official Alcatraz Island Tour! (9AM, February 2020), (2PM, March-December 2020)
Stop At: Alcatraz Island, Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94123
Used as a federal prison between 1933-1964, Alcatraz housed some of the most dangerous criminals of the time, including Al Capone, James “Whitey” Bulger and George “Machine Gun” Kelly. Featuring unbelievable views of the San Francisco peninsula, a visit to the island is essential when in town.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Dylan's Tours agrees to ensure our staff is healthy, to rigorously clean/sanitize all areas and to practice social distancing when possible to ensure you have a safe and healthy experience.
- Official Alcatraz Island Tour (includes ferry and audio tour on island)
- Snacks and water on-board (1st Day, City Tour)
- Entry/Admission - Alcatraz Island
Exclusions
- Muir Woods Entrance Fee (1st Day) - $15 per person (free under 16yrs of age)
- Snacks (1st Day) in Sausalito
- Entry/Admission - Muir Woods National Monument
Departure Point
710 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Departure Time
8:30 AM
Duration
2 days
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
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