What to do and see in San Francisco, California (CA): The Best Night Tours

Explore San Francisco at your own pace. Make the most of your time in San Francisco with our flexible hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours. Explore the city's sights at your own pace - you'll have the freedom to hop off the tour at any of our conveniently located stops, and rejoin when you're ready. Golden Gate Bridge Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39 Union Square Ferry Building Market Place Chinatown Little Italy Nob Hill, Russian Hill Civic Center Haight Ashbury (the Hippies Street) Golden Gate Park Treasure Island Bay Bridge Sausalito

Inclusions: Hop-on Hop-off City Tour (2-Day Unlimited Pass), Night Tour to Bay Bridge & Treasure Island, 1-Hour Free Bike Rental with 1-Hour Purchase, Drink & Game Credit

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Cocktails, collections, and VIP Access. Cultivate your curiosity with a NightLife VIP Tour. Spend a VIP evening at the California Academy of Sciences, experiencing this world-renowned museum with cocktails and music. Enjoy reserved seating at the planetarium show and privileged access to the rainforest. Featuring a new theme each week, after-hours access to all exhibits, and special programming, NightLife is your ticket to the nocturnal side of the Academy. (Ages 21+ with ID) VIP Tour Schedule: 6–7:15 pm - Arrive at 6 pm and enter through the Membership entrance. Meet at VIP check-in inside the lobby to receive your wristband and further instructions - Drinks and snacks begin at 6 pm - Tour leaves promptly at 6:30 pm - Redeem reserved planetarium passes at 8:30 pm (show ends at approximately 9:05 pm) - Dinner is available for purchase at the Academy Café post-tour *Additional notes: The two complimentary drinks are available only prior to the tour for guests

Inclusions: Admission to NightLife at California Academy of Sciences, Express entry into the Academy and the Osher Rainforest exhibit, 30-minute private reception and two complimentary cocktails per guest, Complimentary light bites, A 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour, A reserved planetarium pass, 10% discount to the Café and retail stores

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

When the sun goes down in San Francisco, a twinkling display of lights keeps the city glowing throughout the night. While a brisk stroll is one way to admire this nightly light show, why not cover more ground on a Segway tour of Chinatown, North Beach and the Embarcadero? It’s a rare opportunity to take this two-wheeler on the streets of some of San Francisco’s most famous neighborhoods after dark. Your guide keeps you, family and friends on track with fun trivia and facts about the sights you pass, and there are plenty of stops to take photos along the way.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Use of Segway, helmet and safety vest, 20-25 minute training session, Jackets and gloves available for foggy days /evenings

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

For an unforgettable view of San Francisco at night hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This Night Tour is an authentic and unique way to experience San Francisco's lights, like locals do. This tour is packed with with facts and fun about San Francisco!

Inclusions: Professional Driver/guide, Sightseeing Night Tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup

Enjoy the city's sights by night. Beginning at Fisherman's Wharf, our Night Tour of San Francisco takes you through the evening vibrance of the Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown and the Financial District before crossing the Bay Bridge for photos at Treasure Island. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so please aim to arrive 20-30 minutes before your preferred tour time. Please note that this is not a hop-on, hop-off tour.

Inclusions: 2-hour double decker bus tour, Live guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Enjoy from the comfort of a tour van There is a lot you can see in 1.5 hours when you take our night tour. No worries about walking from place to place. You will cover many different parts of the city and enjoy beautiful views from the comfort of our van. Since the tour is only 1.5 hours, you will still have time to go out afterward. Not just that, we will be showing you all the cool places, so you will be able to make a better decision once you have taken our amazing night tour. The Rout: - Fisherman's Wharf - North Beach - China Town - Nob Hill - Grace Cathedral - Financial District - Trans America Building - Union Square - *Treasure Island or Twin Peaks (Depends on the weather) - Return to Fisherman's Wharf Image source: Image Source: https://pixabay.com/

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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What better way to conclude a day in San Francisco than watching the sun set over the San Francisco Bay on a dinner dance cruise? Enjoy a four-course dinner of local ingredients freshly prepared onboard by an expert team of chefs, then let your hair down and dance to the live band or simply relax and watch the city skyline drift by from the outdoor decks. The perfect combination of fine dining, scenic views and lively entertainment that will appeal to all!

Inclusions: Two-Hour Yacht Cruise (Fri. – Sat., Two Hour Yacht Cruise (Sun. – Thurs., Three-Course Seated Dinner, Soda, Iced Tea, Coffee, Hot Tea and Water, Scenic San Francisco Bay Views including the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge, Port fees and taxes, Service Charge

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Wine, Beer and Cocktails Available for Purchase, Menu enhancements (available to purchase)

Visit some of the greatest cocktail bars in the nation, hidden away in the heart of downtown San Francisco and meet master mixologists who will give you the industry insight into what makes this city's cocktail bars some of the best. Guests will sip and snack their way through some of the most widely renowned establishments and closely guarded local secrets, and chat with the bartenders who dare blend artistry with chemistry to bring you some tantalizing tastes.

Inclusions: Sample cocktail tastes and experiences, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities (optional but very much appreciated)

What’s the best way to see San Francisco sparkle by night? Why, in a Tuk Tuk, of course! Don’t let the size of this adorable modern-day rickshaw fool you—it conquers hills and weaves into the tightest of places to give you up-close and personal views of the CIty by the Bay’s most beautiful attractions. This eco-friendly electric vehicle takes you into bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, where you can marvel at the majestic Golden Gate Bridge and ominous Alcatraz Island. Cruise through the back alleys of Chinatown, breathe in the delicious aromas of dinners in North Beach, and feed your Instagram with glittering shots of the most gorgeous city in the world! Your experienced, entertaining tour guide narrates your 2-hour excursion. 5:30 departure is more of sundown /sunset tour and 7:30 more after dark. Your tour guide meets you at Umbrella Aley in Fisherman’s Wharf. Tours are limited to five riders per Tuk Tuk (6 guests ok with group that includes children and adults).

Inclusions: Fully narrated tour with max 6 guests, Fully guided tour lead by entertaining story telling guides. , Lots of "Instagram worthy" stops, Heated seats and warm blanket for those chilly evenings

Exclusions: Ages 3 and 4 permitted only when reserving entire Tuk Tuk for a private group tour, Limited to five adult riders per Tuk Tuk (6 guests ok w group that includes children 5-11 & adults)., We travel past but do not enter Museums and Attractions, Meals and beverages not included, Night tour does not go to or travel over Golden Gate Bridge - Bridge views from Crissy Field

A Twilight guided tour of the Golden Gate Bridge is the perfect way to enjoy the iconic Golden Gate Bridge illuminated by the fading sunshine! You'll ride along San Francisco's stunning waterfront and partway across the Golden Gate Bridge, then explore hidden gems in the Presidio before returning to the tour starting location. The fun doesn't have to end there, though - your bike rental is good for up to 24 hours so you can explore more on your own after that!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Use of bicycle, All necessary equipment (helmet, lock, rear rack), Map and route suggestions

Exclusions: Gratuities