Self-Guided Tours & Rentals in San Francisco

Begin your journey on Fisherman’s Wharf’s northern tip, where you’ll glimpse both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz across the bay. Your guide provides insights into San Francisco’s evolution, spanning its Gold Rush heyday and the turmoil o...

Travel from downtown San Francisco over the Golden Gate Bridge to two of Marin County’s must-sees in a single day. In a comfortable tour van, you can admire the views without worrying about navigation. First, stroll the leafy paths of Muir Wo...

Day 1 Begin your adventure at Fisherman’s Wharf, where you’ll catch the ferry to Alcatraz Island. Once ashore, explore the island’s storied past at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide. Roam the cellhouse corridors ...

San Francisco isn’t just a tech powerhouse—it’s a treasure trove of iconic landmarks waiting to be explored. Skip the office scenes and dive into the city’s rich heritage with sights like the stunning Golden Gate Bridge and the mysterious Alc...

Despite its many hills, San Francisco is a fun city to explore by bike, and this 24-hour bicycle rental allows you to see it at your own pace on a self-guided tour. Pick up your bike at a convenient Fishermans Wharf location, then go where yo...

Discover San Francisco with this incredible Hop-On Hop-Off and Alcatraz Island Tour package. Explore the notorious prison on Alcatraz Island and use your Hop-On Hop-Off ticket to explore the city at your leisure during the day, and indulge in...

Join a boutique, small-group tour led by an experienced San Francisco local to explore top highlights around the city. Enjoy luxury transportation in a black Mercedes Sprinter van. You'll cross the iconic Golden Gate Bride and stop for a phot...

On Day 1, begin your journey with a trip to the infamous Alcatraz Island, home to one of the world’s most notorious federal prisons. Board the ferry at Fisherman’s Wharf and enjoy a self-guided audio tour, available in multiple languages. Exp...

Enjoy two memorable excursions in one flexible package, completed either on the same day or spread across multiple days. Begin by choosing a date to tour Alcatraz Island by day. Your ticket includes the famous cellhouse audio guide—available ...

Explore a side of Golden Gate Park most travelers won’t experience during the San Francisco Chronicle's Secrets of Golden Gate Park Self-Guided Tour. Go at your own pace around the park as you take in lesser-known stories about Golden Gate Pa...

Uncover the story of Golden Gate Park at your own pace with the San Francisco Chronicle's affordable audio tour. • Find out about arrogant tycoons, and one giant, stuffed 150-year-old grizzly bear on this hike around the famous park • Hear f...

Two most popular destinations in one day! Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge! Stop at the Bridge to take pictures! Explore the beauty of Richardson Bay, Marin County, Mount Tamalpais and G...

Spend a day enjoying local Bay Area highlights. Walk through ancient redwood trees in Muir Woods and visit the seaside town of Sausalito with a knowledgeable local guide. Then take a ferry to the infamous Alcatraz Island.

Depart for Mu...

Are you looking for a way to explore San Francisco's Chinatown without joining a tour group? Take this self-guided tour led by David Hu, a local and 5th generation Chinese American and 4th generation Japanese American.

This tour throug...

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin Peaks. It is the gateway to a hidden gem of 70 acres of open space known as Glen Canyon, of which 60 acres is off...

Join a guided tour to explore the Muir Woods and Sausalito in San Francisco. Enjoy comfortable transportation and stop at the Golden Gate Bridge viewpoint for a photo before heading to Muir Woods. Wander among ancient redwoods in Muir Woods, ...

Explore San Francisco on your terms by renting an electric bike, city bike, or tandem. Begin at Fisherman’s Wharf and roam around popular spots and local gems. Get ready for a self-guided tour with great views.

When you arrive, you'll ...

Tour Alcatraz at your own pace with this tour including entrance tickets with audio guide, ferry boat, and a food credit for lunch at Fisherman's Wharf!Relax aboard the ferry boat transportation to step foot on the Alcatraz island. Enjoy the ...

Discover San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood and its rich history with this affordable, self-paced walking tour.

• Find out all about the queer predecessors who paved the way for everything from marriage equality to the popularity of t...

Explore the birthplace of tech with a self-guided audio tour! Drive through Silicon Valley while checking out the headquarters of tech giants like Apple, Google, Facebook, Tesla, and more. Learn about the visionaries who’ve shaped the world a...

Skip the drive to wine country and instead enjoy a wine tasting paired with a trip to Alcatraz. Perfect for history buffs and wine lovers, this package combines a self-guided tour of Alcatraz with a wine tasting right in the heart of Sausalit...

Experience the eerie ambiance of Alcatraz Island at night with an audio-guided tour, including a San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise at your convenience.

Board the ferry for an exclusive night tour with live narration and a unique "aro...

Dive into Alcatraz’s notorious past on this self-guided tour that lets you explore at your own pace. Wander through the cell blocks once inhabited by infamous figures like Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly, and feel the haunting atmosp...

Skip the drive to wine country and instead enjoy a wine tasting paired with a trip to Alcatraz. Perfect for history buffs and wine lovers, this package combines a self-guided tour of Alcatraz with a wine tasting right in the heart of Fisherm...

Take in the Financial District at your own pace with this affordable walking tour created by the San Francisco Chronicle.

• See the neighborhood's often overlooked sites including an ornate office building that's only 20 feet wide, and ...

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...

Take in the Financial District at your own pace with this affordable walking tour created by the San Francisco Chronicle. • See the neighborhood's often overlooked sites including an ornate office building that's only 20 feet wide, and hidde...

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin Peaks. It is the gateway to a hidden gem of 70 acres of open space known as Glen Canyon, of which 60 acres is off...

Nothing prepares you for the tranquil hush and serenity of these magnificent old-growth woodlands, stretching deep and dark along the Pacific Coast with mesmerizing views of Muir Woods. On your private day trip to Muir Woods and Sau...