--- title: Big Bus San Francisco Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing slug: big-bus-tours-san-francisco type: attraction sub_type: hop on hop off sightseeing source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/big-bus-tours-san-francisco city: San Francisco state: CA country: US address: 75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr geo: lat: 37.77023 lng: -122.46954 duration: 1.2-2.5 hour cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:08:28.820Z price_from: amount: 51.98 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4 count: 1 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: 24-Hour Discover Ticket price: 51.98 regular_price: 66 savings: 14.02 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (3-12 yrs) min_age: 3 max_age: 12 - name: 24-Hour Essential Ticket price: 59.06 regular_price: 75 savings: 15.94 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (3-12 yrs) min_age: 3 max_age: 12 - name: 48-Hour Explore Ticket price: 70.88 regular_price: 90 savings: 19.12 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (3-12 yrs) min_age: 3 max_age: 12 --- ## Overview San Francisco hop on hop off tours are an ideal way to see the city's best sights while exploring at your own pace. Journey across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from the upper deck of an open-top, double-decker bus, and hop off at over 16 convenient stops like Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, and Haight Ashbury, to explore. ## What's Included - Access to hop-on, hop-off tour on an open-top, double-decker bus - Pre-recorded commentary available in multiple languages - Use of the Big Bus app to track buses in real time - Complimentary 1-hour sunset tour showcasing the city's lights (not a hop-on, hop-off tour) - Flexible ticket options: 24-hour or 48-hour access ## What's Not Included - The Sunset Tour (Blue Route) is not a hop-on, hop-off tour ## Ticket Options - **24-Hour Discover Ticket** — $51.98 (regularly $66.00, save $14.02) Explore San Francisco at your own pace with a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off bus tour on the day (Red Route) with flexible digital ticketing and free date changes. Ideal for first-time visitors who want the core experience. Does not include sunset tour or added experiences. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (3-12 yrs) - **24-Hour Essential Ticket** — $59.06 (regularly $75.00, save $15.94) Step up with the 24-hour hop-on, hop-off tour plus a 1-hour panoramic sunset tour and a digital walking tour—all with fully flexible ticketing. Enjoy both day (Red) and night (Blue) routes for more sightseeing than the Discover option. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (3-12 yrs) - **48-Hour Explore Ticket** — $70.88 (regularly $90.00, save $19.12) Go further with 48-hour hop-on, hop-off access on Red and Blue Routes, inclusive of a 1-hour sunset tour, Aquarium of the Bay admission, and a digital walking tour. Offers the most flexibility and best value for deeper sightseeing compared to the 24-hour tickets. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (3-12 yrs) ## Good to Know * Ride across the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy stunning views from an open-top, double-decker bus. * Explore San Francisco’s top landmarks with the flexibility to hop on and off at your own pace. * Enjoy pre-recorded commentary available in multiple languages. * The complimentary 1-hour sunset tour showcases the city's glittering lights (not a hop-on, hop-off tour). * Choose from flexible ticket options: 24-hour or 48-hour access. * Travel along the Red Route with 16 convenient stops and buses running every 15 minutes from 10 AM to 5 PM. * Drivers announce hop-off stops upon arrival for easy navigation. * Use the Big Bus app to track buses in real time. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the tour begin? Stop #1 is located at the Big Bus Tours Visitor's Center, located at 99 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94133 (corner of Jefferson and Mason Streets). You can join the tour at any Big Bus stop location. ### How long does the tour take? Day Tour (Red Route): a full circuit takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes if you don't hop off the bus. You can hop on and hop off the tour as much as you like or choose to stay on board the entire circuit. Sunset Tour (Blue Route): a full circuit takes 1 hour and 15 minutes. Please note that the Sunset Tour is not a hop-on, hop-off tour. ### What time do tours start and and how often do buses run? Day Tour (Red Route): First Bus: 10AM from Stop #1 (Pier 41). Last Bus: 5PM at Stop #1 (Pier 41). Bus Frequency: every 15 minutes. Sunset Tour (Blue Route): First Bus: 6PM only, from Stop #1 (Pier 41). ### What can I see and visit during the tour? During your Big Bus Tour, you'll pass through famous San Francisco neighborhoods like Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, Haight Ashbury, Golden Gate Park and the Embarcadero. See landmarks like the Transamerica Pyramid, City Hall, and of course, feel the wind in your hair as you travel over the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. Simply hop on to discover and hop off at any stop to explore further. They stop at 17 convenient locations, each selected because it provides easy access to an attraction or place of interest. You can hop on and hop off the tour as much as you like or choose to stay on board for the entire circuit. ### How will I know where to get off? Your guide will communicate upcoming stops. ### Are accommodations available for persons with disabilities? Yes, Big Bus operates wheelchair-accessible vehicles with lifts that can accommodate a weight of up to 650lbs. Please be advised that their entire fleet in San Francisco is not wheelchair accessible. If you or your travelling partner(s) requires an ADA-accessible vehicle, please call the number on your e-ticket 48 hours prior to your tour date. ### Can I bring my pet? No pets are allowed on board the bus. Only ADA-defined service animals are permitted. ### Can I bring food or drinks? No food or alcohol is permitted on board the bus. Non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles are permitted. ### Is luggage allowed on board the bus? No, luggage is not permitted on board the bus at this time. ## Reviews > "Enjoyable Tour. Tip: For good pics sit towards the back of the second deck to avoid reflections in the glass in front. You have to Hop off to actually see some sites." > — Michael Oliver, March 2026