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Best Muir Woods & Redwoods in San Francisco

Often combined with Sausalito and a ferry return — a strong half-day.

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Best overall

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

4.9 ★2,435 reviews· 2 hours

Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Hayes Valley, Golden Gate Park, the Haight/Ashbury, Western Addition, Civic Center and The Marina. Also, you get 3 stops for photo ops at landmarks such as The Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies and Palace Of Fine Arts (shhhh ...on occasion you might see us driving

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Highest confidence-weighted score here: 4.9 across 2,435 reviews.

Best value

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

4.7 ★1,757 reviews· 1 hour

One hour scenic voyage - Ferry between Pier 43.5 and Fisherman’s Wharf while transiting along San Francisco’s breathtaking waterfront, passing under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz! Learn the history of San Francisco Bay in an open-air museum setting and observe local marine life such as sea lions, pelicans, whales and more. Don't worry about the unpredictable San Francisco weather! This is

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Lowest indicative starting price among the strongly rated options in this list (4.7★).

Tasting in the vineyardsBest premium option

San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

4.6 ★3,426 reviews· 11 hours

Enjoy the best of both worlds on this award-winning tour—begin your day with a peaceful stroll through the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument, then unwind with exclusive wine tastings in the scenic Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Enjoy engaging stories and insights from expert winemakers during exclusive tasting experiences. It’s the only tour of its kind that includes tasting fees at all

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Highest indicative price point, with review volume to back it up.

Muir Woods is simply majestic.Best small-group experience

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

4.8 ★1,581 reviews· 9 hours

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences in a single day: explore San Francisco’s historic neighborhoods, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, stroll beneath the Red Woods of Muir Woods National Monument, and enjoy a drive through Sausalito. Ride in comfort aboard our premium minibuses, with

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Explicitly described as a small-group or capacity-limited departure.

Every eligible option

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

4.9 ★2,435 reviews· 2 hours

Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Hayes Valley, Golden Gate Park, the Haight/Ashbury, Western Addition, Civic Center and The Marina. Also, you get 3 stops for photo ops at landmarks such as The Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies and Palace Of Fine Arts (shhhh ...on occasion you might see us driving

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The best way to get to Muir Woods

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

4.9 ★1,406 reviews· 6 hours

All of our tour guides are Bay Area Natives, which will help you understand what it’s like to grow up in SF and now live here as grown ups with our own families. You will enjoy an introduction to San Francisco on this 5 to 6 hour tour that includes Neighborhoods like Chinatown, North Beach, Pacific Heights and a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument. You'll be driven a

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Muir Woods is simply majestic.

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

4.8 ★1,581 reviews· 9 hours

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences in a single day: explore San Francisco’s historic neighborhoods, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, stroll beneath the Red Woods of Muir Woods National Monument, and enjoy a drive through Sausalito. Ride in comfort aboard our premium minibuses, with

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Tasting in the vineyards

San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

4.6 ★3,426 reviews· 11 hours

Enjoy the best of both worlds on this award-winning tour—begin your day with a peaceful stroll through the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument, then unwind with exclusive wine tastings in the scenic Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Enjoy engaging stories and insights from expert winemakers during exclusive tasting experiences. It’s the only tour of its kind that includes tasting fees at all

Indicative from $179 — confirmed on Viator

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San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

4.7 ★1,757 reviews· 1 hour

One hour scenic voyage - Ferry between Pier 43.5 and Fisherman’s Wharf while transiting along San Francisco’s breathtaking waterfront, passing under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz! Learn the history of San Francisco Bay in an open-air museum setting and observe local marine life such as sea lions, pelicans, whales and more. Don't worry about the unpredictable San Francisco weather! This is

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)

4.4 ★5,240 reviews· 5 hours

Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods National Park and Sausalito. This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay Area's most popular National Park Monument to experience the magnificent views of the Giant redwoods during a 90' stop. Visit the beautiful coastal town of Sausalito, a gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint sh

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour

4.7 ★1,027 reviews· 5 hours

This tour will visit Muir Woods and Sausalito. Note that this tour includes the Muir Woods entrance fee. We provide a boutique, personal experience with knowledgeable local guides in small groups. The 8:30am and 9:45am tour departs from 488 Post St. (look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street) and ends at Pier 33. The 12:50pm and 2pm tour departs from Pier 33 and ends at Pie

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Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

4.5 ★1,217 reviews· 7 hours

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van across the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoying the scenery without the hassle of driving. Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace. Choose between a day or night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour features a sunset cruise, cell door

Indicative from $159 — confirmed on Viator

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Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip

4.1 ★1,197 reviews· 7h 30m

Alcatraz Island remains one of San Francisco's greatest landmarks — and now you can experience its chilling allure for yourself. Packaged with the half day tour to the giant redwood trees at Muir Woods and charming Sausalito, this Alcatraz combo is a perfect day to see the famous National Monuments around San Francisco.

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