San Francisco Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour - 17-Stop Open-Top Bus

Explore San Francisco’s landmarks
freely on an open-top double-decker

Board the Big Bus open-top double-decker and see San Francisco’s main sights, such as Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, the Painted Ladies, the Marina District, Lombard Street and Union Square. Get off at any stop that catches your eye, then continue your journey on the next bus. Buses run frequently, so you won’t have to wait long.

On board, digital commentary available in multiple languages shares stories about the city’s history, culture and landmarks. Headphones are provided when you board, and you are welcome to use your own.

Discover the city on
the Red Route and Yellow Route

The Red Route is the main loop of about 2 hours, covering key highlights including Fisherman’s Wharf, the Embarcadero, Union Square, Chinatown and the Golden Gate Bridge. Buses run approximately every 15 minutes.

The Yellow Route is a 75-minute loop connecting Union Square, the Painted Ladies, Haight-Ashbury, Golden Gate Park and Chinatown, focusing on San Francisco’s distinctive neighborhoods. Buses run approximately every 2 hours.

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge by bus

Without changing buses, cross the Golden Gate Bridge and take in views of San Francisco Bay and the city. Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point, the Palace of Fine Arts and the Marina District are also on the route, so you can explore both sides of the bridge by bus or on foot.

Add a sunset tour and
bay cruise depending on your option

Depending on your option, you can add a 1-hour panoramic sunset tour, a 1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise and a 1-hour digital Chinatown walking tour via the app. The Chinatown walking tour starts at Stop 3.

※ Routes and stops may change depending on local operating conditions.