Tours - City

The Wharf to the Bridge Features a ride along the bay, Maritime Museum, Fort Mason, Crissy Field, Marina Green, Palace of Fine Arts, surfers, and Golden Gate Bridge views at Fort Point. Time: You are never more than 20 minutes from our shop.

Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, return by boat The most popular ride includes the bike path over the bridge, beautiful bay and city views, shopping or touring Sausalito and a return trip by ferry. Time: 40 minutes cycling, 2-4 hours round trip.

Pier Cruise Features the Embarcadero, Bay Bridge, Ferry Building, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, The Cannery, Ghiradelli Square, fishing boats, seals, shopping.

Bay Trail to Tiburon Ferry Extension of Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, includes scenic Belvedere Island and outdoor dining on the water in Tiburon while waiting for the ferry. 60 minutes cycling, 3-5 hours roundtrip.

A ride in the Parks The Presidio, Lincoln Park, Legion of Honor, Sutro Park, the beaches, Cliff House, Seal Rock, Golden Gate Park. 90 minutes cycling, 2-6 hours roundtrip.

Angel Island Ferry ride back and forth, spectacular views of bay, city skyline, and Alcatraz. 60 minutes cycling, 4-6 hours roundtrip.

Marin Headlands Cross Golden Gate Bridge and climb to spectacular views of city, bay and Pacific Ocean. Continue along Pacific Coast or venture off on trails where mountain biking began. 2.5 hours cycling, 3-5 hours round trip.

Muir Woods - The Worlds Tallest Trees Ride to and walk through famous redwood grove or follow trails to Muir Beach. 25 mile ride, 4 hours cycling, 4-6 hours roundtrip.

Mt. Tamalpais Incredible views over looking Pacific Ocean, bay and the city. 38 mile ride, 2500 ft. climb. 4 hours cycling, 4-6 hours roundtrip. Bicycles: Featuring TREK and GARY FISHER
From "Comfort Bikes" to "Mountain Bikes", we offer a wide selection to choose from. Hybrids, Mountain bikes, Racing bikes and Tandems. Based on your needs, our staff will assist you with selecting and correctly sizing your bicycle.
Hours: Open 7 Days
Summer: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wharf Location: 9:00am - 7:00 pm
Winter: Nov. - Feb. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Phone Number:  415.229.2000   Toll-Free: 888.544.2453  
Address:  Location 1: Fishermans Wharf:
The Anchorage - 353 Jefferson at Jones St.
Location 2: 899 Columbus @ Lombard St. Location 3: 2800 Leavenworth St.

San Francisco Electric Tour Company is the first and only company to offer tours of the San Francisco waterfront on the world's first and only self-balancing electric transport mechanism, the Segway®.

Riders receive a 20 to 30 minute training on how to safely operate the Segway®, The tour explores the San Francisco waterfront for a full two and a half to three hours. The Segway® expands the amount of ground a person covers from a few blocks to six to eight miles.

Tours begin at Fisherman's Wharf and cover the Cable Car turnaround, Ghirardelli Square, National Maritime Museum, the historic sailing ships, Fort Mason (former military base, now a historic landmark), Marina Green, Palace of Fine Arts (once the site of the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition). Tours include views of Alcatraz, a WWII submarine at Pier 45, the sea lions at Pier 39, the Aquarium of the Bay, the Cruise Ship Terminal and Historic Piers, and the recently restored Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street. Refreshment breaks and photo stops are included.

Guided tours depart daily at 9:15 am, 1:15 pm, and 4:00 pm (4:00 pm departure available in summer season only) from Fisherman’s Wharf. Fees are $70.00 per person (includes helmet and training) and reservations are required. Riders must be ages 12 and up; people under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tours are limited to ten riders.

Riders must be over 100 pounds and less than 250 pounds.

Other custom tours are available for corporate and private groups.

Travel the streets of The City to The Presidio, Fort Point, Sausalito, and through the Union Street neighborhood having fun! fun! fun! The roundtrip 75-minute tour leaves daily except Tuesday from the Cannery historic Marketplace on Beach Street at Fisherman's Wharf. Advance reservations are recommended, as seating is limited.

The Fire Engine is also available for private charter and parties. A special tour including all of your favorite sites can be designed just for you and your group. Fire theme t-shirts for adults and children and fire theme gifts are available on The Big Red Shiny Mack Fire Engine. To make a reservation, call 415-333-7077. Please log onto www.fireenginetours.com for more information.
Hours: Call for daily schedule and reservations.
Phone Number:  415-333-7077   Fax : 415-333-7725
Address:  Daily tours depart from The CANNERY on Beach Street at the foot of Columbus Avenue, Fisherman's Wharf.

#1 BIKE THE BY TRAIL TO SAUSALITO This relatively easy 9-mile ride hugs the coast of San Francisco Bay, winds you through the Presidio, and then leads you across the spectacular 1.7 mile Golden Gate Bridge on dedicated bike paths and sidewalks. After coasting down the hill into Sausalito you can board a ferry to return to San Francisco. This ride is perfect for everyone and is the #1 “must-do” activity for visitors. Feeling energetic? After a lunch in Sausalito, it’s a scenic 9-mile bike path ride on to Tiburon where again, a ferry will be waiting to bring you back for a sunset ride across the bay.

#2 BIKE THE BAY TRAIL TO TOUR THE PARKS This exciting tour visits some of San Francisco's best known attractions, historic sights and museums. Offering spectacular vistas, it avoids the city's steep hills and traffic congestion on a coastal 21-mile ramble through the Presidio, Lincoln and Golden Gate Parks. The ride passes The Palace of Fine Arts, The Cliff House, the M H deYoung Museum and The Japanese Tea Garden before returning to the Golden Gate Bridge and crossing into Sausalito (or taking a shortcut back). Return by ferry.

#3 BIKE THE BAY TRAIL TO THE CONZELMAN LOOP An excellent road ride, this 21-mile route climbs the rolling hills of the Marin Headlands with incredible views back to San Francisco and out over the Pacific. Referred to locally as the Conzelman Loop, you will ride twisting back roads and steep descents through an abandoned military base and past old concrete gun batteries dug into the hills. From this route you can access the Point Bonita Lighthouse and Rodeo Beach.

#4 BIKE THE BAY TRAIL TO TENNESSEE VALLEY After crossing the GG Bridge and pedaling through Sausalito you turn west through the Eucalyptus tree lined Tennessee Valley. This ride descends to a black sand beach, where just off the coast lies the shipwrecked S.S. Tennessee. In the springtime, the hills explode with colorful ildflowers. Explore the trails and bluffs and you may spot a bush rabbit or bobcat. On your return, re-energize with a quick bite at the popular Dipsea Cafe.

#5 BIKE THE BAY TRAIL TO THE TOP OF MT. TAMALPAIS This 38-mile ride takes you on the dirt trails that were the birthplace of the mountain bike. Turning onto Old Railroad Grade you will climb a twisting 2,500' in 8-miles through groves of Redwood and Douglas Fir opening up to spectacular views on your way to the top of Mt. Tam. The workout, the views and the quality of the land itself are all incredible. Stop at the West Point Inn, an historic railroad tavern, to catch your breath and enjoy the incredible views back to San Francisco and out over the Pacific.
Hours: Hours: April through October, 8am to 7pm, November through March, 9am to 6pm.
Phone Number:  415-202-8888  
Address:  Main Location: Locations:
1095 Columbus Ave. @ Francisco St.
Pier 41 @ Blue and Gold Ferry Terminal.
Pier 43 1/2 at Red and White Fleet Dock.
2715 Hyde @ Beach Str
465 Jefferson @ Argonaut Hotel

San Francisco Deluxe City Tour: Approximately 3-1/2 hours. Departures Daily: 10:00am and 2:00pm. Pickup: 9:15am to 9:40am, and 1:15pm to 1:40pm. Enjoy the beauty of everyone's favorite city, starting with a drive along the waterfront with its view of San Francisco Bay. The tour features the major attractions of San Francisco. The Tour concludes at Fisherman's Wharf, where you can choose to remain or be returned to your hotel. Stops will be made for picture taking. There will be an extended stop at the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park. * * * * Small admission charge at Japanese Tea Garden not included.

Deluxe City Tour and Bay Cruise Add approximately one hour.

Deluxe City Tour and Alcatraz: Add approximately two hours. Only available with 10:00am tour. From Pier 41, the Blue and Gold ferry boat sails to Alcatraz Island. These prices are subject to change without notice. Tour includes pickup and return to your hotel. Alcatraz audio tape included in Tour price. *Weather permitting. If seasonal fog obscures the view, tour route may be altered.

Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods, and Sausalito: Approximately 3-1/2 hours. Departures Daily: 10:00am and 2:00pm Pickup: 9:15am to 9:40am, and 1:15pm to 1:40pm After a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge and a stop to view San Francisco from Vista Point, we will visit Muir Woods. This national monument is the site of a virgin forest of California Coast Redwood trees, among the oldest and tallest on earth. The village of Sausalito will be the next stop. Time is given for browsing and shopping in the picturesque artist colony nestled on the northern shores of San Francisco Bay.

Wine Country Tour: Approximately nine hours. Departures Daily: 9:00am Pickup: 8:15am to 8:40am Begin this memorable day with a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge on the way to the historic Wine Region of Northern California. A Wine Tour and Wine Tasting in wineries in both the Sonoma and Napa Valleys fill the day. The return to San Francisco is by way of the Bay Bridge.

Monterey, Carmel, and 17-Mile Drive™ Approximately 11 hours. Departures: Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat, 9:00am Pickup: 8:15am to 8:40am Leaving San Francisco we travel south along California's famous coast Highway 1 by the towns of Santa Cruz and Capitola with spectacular views of Monterey Bay. Arriving on the Monterey Peninsula there will be time for shopping,picture taking and lunch before continuing on to the 17-Mile Drive™ with stops for pictures along the way. Ample time will be allowed during the tour to visit Carmel and Steinbeck's "Cannery Row" in Monterey, home of the Aquarium.

Yosemite National Park: Approximately 13 1/2 hours. $96 Adult, $56 Child (5-11), $90 Senior citizen 60+ Departures: Tue, Thu, Sun, 7:00am Pickup: 6:15am to 6:45am After crossing the San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge we continue a scenic drive through the Great Central Valley of California. Following the Merced River we climb the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range and enter Yosemite National Park. Ample time is scheduled to visit the scenic wonders of Yosemite Valley. Tour subject to availibilty.

The Super Tour: Approximately eight hours. San Francisco deluxe city tour plus Muir Woods and Sausalito.
Departures Daily: 10:00am
Pickup: 9:15am to 9:40am
This All Day Tour incorporates all of the features of the Deluxe City Tour and the Muir Woods/Sausalito Tour. This is a must for visitors of the San Francisco Bay Area. Bay cruise available with this tour for additional $10.
Hours: Open 7 Days
Phone Number:  415-353-5310   Toll-Free: 888-868-7788   Fax : 415-550-1492
Address:  Fishermans Wharf Office: 2627 Taylor St at Northpoint
2627 Taylor @ Northpoint (FISHERMANS WHARF)
Or See your Hotel Concierge, Bellman or Desk Clerk for Reservations.
Or Call 415-353-5310

Ride in style as you take an adventure through time around San Francisco in one of Mr. Toad's vintage touring cars. Each of Mr. Toad's pre-1930s vehicles run on Propane, making them Environmentally Friendly. We figured "Toads are Green, so are we!"

Your personalized tour will take you to see the most fascinating and memorable areas of San Francisco and you'll go up and down hills that none of the buses can go up. See the sights that make San Francisco famous while you tour through a combination of historical locations, movie scenes, and local hangouts. The views from Mr. Toad's open-aired vehicles are second to none and allow for breathtaking photographs and unforgettable memories.

80-Minute "Hop Around the City" Tour
2.5 Hour "Postcard San Francisco" Tour
75-Minute "San Francisco by Night" Tour

Departure Location:
Fisherman's Wharf
2698 Mason Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
Mr. Toad departs from the Fisherman's Wharf Subway at the corner of Mason Street and Jefferson Street.