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Highlights
Hop on our 1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour of San Francisco!
See all the top Landmarks
Enjoy the city's sights by sunset.
Beginning at Fisherman's Wharf, our Sunset Tour of San Francisco climbs historic Nob Hill for a magnificent close up of Grace Cathedral. The tour then makes its way across the Bay Bridge to Treasure Island for picturesque views of the city skyline. Back in the city, the tour concludes along the Embarcadero for stunning views of the glittering lights on the Port of San Francisco.
Pre-recorded Commentary
Available in 10 languages.
Pre-recorded commentary is available in 10 languages on all Red Route buses via complimentary headphones that you can keep when you hop off the bus. Languages featured include English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Cantonese.
Departure Time
The Sunset Tour starts at 6.30pm
Our Sunset Tour departs from Stop #1 (Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center) at 6.30pm . Please arrive 20 - 30 minutes before your preferred tour as seats are subject to availability. Please note that the Sunset Tour does not operate on the 4th of July, Christmas Eve, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve.
Courtesy Shuttle
Return to Union Square.
At the end of the Sunset Tour we'll provide a courtesy shuttle back to Union Square.
Free Mobile App
Now with live bus arrival times!
Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our new live bus arrival times feature shows you exactly where the bus is along the route, along with an ETA for your nearest stop! This gives you the freedom to make the most of your time exploring. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, stop images, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with the Big Bus Tours App!
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Plan ahead for your tour with our service updates
Visit our Service Information Page for up-to-date information about our current service.
Our San Francisco Sightseeing Routes
One of the undeniable highlights of our San Francisco Bus Tour is the journey across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, with top-deck views across the bay. However, with its diverse neighborhoods, lively entertainment hub and bustling shopping district, there are so many other great areas of the Golden City to explore. Hop on with us to discover the best of San Francisco.
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