Explore San Francisco at your own pace with a pass for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus and bike combo, and marvel at the sights from an open-top double decker bus or experience them close up on your self picked bicycle route.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Explore San Francisco and its Bay at your own pace
* Pick up a rental bike and drop off at several locations all over town
* Cable car tour of Sausalito
* Experience 24 stops throughout the city
* Visit iconic landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf and Chinatown
* Enjoy the views of the city
Climb aboard a double-decker bus and loop the city center at your own pace. The bus passes 24 stops, strategically positioned to serve the most popular landmarks and shopping centers. Hop off to explore more; then grab a bike from one of 5 convenient locations and explore the city on your own. Turn in the bike at another stop and jump on the next bus to travel to your next destination. You may switch between bus and bike as often as you like.
The Sausalito Loop takes you to the other side of San Francisco Bay to the beautiful coastal town of Sausalito. Enjoy panoramic views of San Francisco Bay on a round-trip route from South Vista Point of the Golden Gate Bridge to downtown Sausalito. You are free to spend as much time in Sausalito as you choose.
San Francisco is rich in culture and history. The Hop on Hop off ticket therefore also includes two FREE walking tours recounting the riveting past of the Gold Rush Daze and the Legendary Summer of Love. The itinerary and map with help you determine you route and won't let you miss any of the "must see" sights of the City by the Bay.
STOP 1“ Visitor Information Center
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Anchorage Square; The Cannery at Del Monte Square’s shops and restaurants; San Francisco Maritime Historic Park at Hyde Street Pier and Aquatic Park; the famous Cable Cars on Hyde Street hill; and Ghirardelli Square, a chocolate-lovers paradise.
STOP 2 - Alcatraz Landing
* POINTS OF INTEREST: One of the most popular destinations in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Alcatraz Island is home to the former max-security infamous federal prison.
STOP 3 “ Levi's Plaza
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Visit the Levi's Store at Levi Strauss Plaza or walk to Coit Tower and visit the top for stunning 360 degree views of the city and bay! Other points: Cruise Terminal, Fog City Diner, and the Exploratorium
STOP 4 “ Embarcadero Center
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Embarcadero Center offers over 120 unique dining and shopping experiences. Embarcadero Plaza and Justin Herman Plaza surround the center and serve as parks along Embarcadero Street.
STOP 5 “ Hyatt Regency Hotel
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Stroll through the Ferry Building Marketplace where you can find a dreamy selection of artisan food, independently owned and operated businesses, and a local farmers market. The Ferry Building showcases some of the Bay Area's finest local offerings. Get up close to the Bay Bridge for exceptional photo opportunities.
*Bus and Bike COMBO ONLY bike pickup stop
STOP 6 “ Union Square South
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Central Shopping and Theatre District featuring department stores, upscale boutiques, art galleries, salons, grand hotels, and repertory theatres. Westfield Centre and Cable Cars.
**Start point for the 'Gold Rush Daze' FREE walking tour**
*Bus and Bike COMBO bike pickup stop**
STOP 22 - Washington Square
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Enjoy cultured café’s, restaurants, and gelaterias or walk to Coit Tower, Lombard “the world’s crookedest” Street and Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral.
STOP 23 - Pier 39
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Experience Pier 39s fun shopping and dining, bay cruise departures, sea lions, and the Aquarium of the Bay
**7D experience location for 48 hour ticket holders**
STOP 24 “ PIER 41-Gray Line Box Office
* POINTS OF INTEREST: Hop on a ferry to Sausalito, take a bay cruise, or stroll the waterfront.
Standard Hop-on Hop-off tour.
Goes to all major points of interest: ChinaTown, Golden Gate, Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square.
Bike hop-on hop-off tour.
Just like with the bus, guests may pick up a bike at one of the five designated spots as often and for as long as they like. Guests can even return it at a different spot than from where they picked up. Hopping back and forth between bike and bus is endless, or until the 24/48 hours are up! The bike shops are open from 8 to 6 pm, so about the same time frame as the buses are running.
Sausalito Loop.
From the Golden Gate South side guests can change onto the Sausalito Cable car, ride across the Golden Gate bridge and explore the small town on the water. Offers great restaurant and quaint shops.
Golden Gate Park & Ocean Beach Trolley tour.
At stop 11 guests can get on the Trolley through Golden Gate Park, one of the largest National Parks inside city limits. We are the only HOHO tour operator with access to Golden Gate Park. Guests will ride past tulip fields, Bison and windmills all the way to Land’s End at the Pacific ocean.
Two free walking tours.
Twice daily guests can join one of our two walking tours included in the ticket. The Love, Peace & Haight celebrates the Summer of love and takes guests through an eclectic neighborhood popular to the Hippies of the 60’s. The Gold Rush Daze revolves around the days of the Gold Rush and recounts the beginning of Chinatown.
Redeem address: 478 Post Street, San Francisco.
Redeem point schedule: From 7am tp 7pm.
Meeting/pick-up point: Please make your way to the redeem point.
Guest can also be picked-up from selected San Francisco hotels upon request.
Pick-up time is between 8:40am and 9:30am.
Opening/ Start time: Buses run from 8am to 6pm.
Bike shops are open from 8am to 6pm.
Free walking tours: twice a day.
Duration: The routes last approximately 2 hours (without hoping on and off the bus).
Frequency: Buses depart every 15-20 minutes.
Guide language: Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese.
Min. Age: 5 years.
Included: The 48 hours ticked includes a 7D experience on Pier 39.
Ticket validity: 24 or 48 hours.
Others: With the voucher, guests can hop on the bus at any of the 24 stops without visiting the tour center first.