Top San Francisco Private Sightseeing Tours

Ride a GoCar all over San Francisco as it navigates for you and provides a guided tour. Take as long as you like to explore the city with a storytelling car as your guide — what Time Magazine has called "one of the coolest inventions of the year." Let this tiny car show you what the city is all about, learn about its history and visit sites like the Presidio, Coit Tower, Chinatown and Lombard Street. Pick up your car at one of two convenient locations: Union Square or Beach Street near Fisherman's Wharf.

Visit some of the top wineries in Napa and Sonoma counties on this private wine tour from San Francisco. Traveling by private vehicle with your own chauffeur, you'll discover the best of California wine country as you enjoy wine tastings at select wineries. When booking, select the option that suits your group size. Because this is a private tour, your itinerary can be customized.

You're in a special city. Why take an ordinary tour? This is the ONLY convertible MINI Cooper tour in the country! This tour is totally customizable – you choose the length of the tour, what time you want to be picked up, and what you want to see. I love San Francisco and have spent 20 years studying and exploring the city. I’ll work with you to plan your tour so you can see the famous sites and the hidden gems other tours can't go to or don't know about. I’ve designed this to be the type of tour I would take if I visited San Francisco, but where you go is up to you. I make suggestions along the way, but how long you spend at any site is up to you. You're never rushed, and never have to wait for other people. It's all about you! Plus, it's fun! In the convertible MINI Cooper, you see everything up close and personal as we drive along. I love showing guests San Francisco, and talking about the history and culture of this unique and special city.

To get the most out of your first time in San Francisco, don't settle for a group tour with a rigid itinerary, when you can enjoy a totally personalized experience on this private guided tour. With the help of your guide, set up a custom itinerary that includes the must-see San Francisco attractions, and some of the city's hidden gems. With flexible tour durations, and pickup included, expect to get an experience that's tailored just for you.

Fall in love with the flavorful cuisine on the most delicious food tour in tow! Enjoy a selection of 10 food and drink tastings hand-picked by your foodie local insider. From yummy must-tries to unique dishes typical of the city; you’re in for a treat, so bring your appetite! Your foodie expert is ready to take you on the best food tour in town. All Withlocals Tours are private and can be 100% personalised to match your interest, diet and allergies. ******** Withlocals 10 Tastings Food Tour™ is Withlocals’ signature food tour, available in major cities around the globe. In the US we are currently present in New Orleans & San Francisco. Below you can find a sneak-peak about what you can expect per city: NEW ORLEANS From yummy must-tries like fried plantains to a surprise Creole treat picked on the day; you’re in for a treat! SAN FRANCISCO Get your taste buds dancing in the Mission district! From yummy Mexican-style must-tries like quesadillas to all-American sweet treats.

Get up and out to rent your GoCar before noon for a cost savings on this great way to explore San Francisco. After rider orientation, zoom off into the city for a whirlwind tour that covers much more ground than you could on foot. Use the provided map to make a route that focuses on the sights that interest you, and return your car by noon to continue your day exploring.

Enjoy the wind on your face as you're whisked through San Francisco on this private motorcycle tour with a twist: you get to ride in the sidecar. From Chinatown to the Golden Gate Bridge, your guide drives you through the city and helps to showcase its charm. Highlights include passing the famed Painted Ladies, cruising through the countercultural hub of Haight-Ashbury, and admiring the greenery in Golden Gate Park—all with your personal guide.

Experience San Francisco like a true local on a sunrise photography tour. Have the city and it’s iconic sights to yourself before the crowds descend and take photos of the city’s many sights and scenes bathed in early morning light. Tour San Francisco’s famous beaches and landmarks, and see hidden secrets with your photographer guide. This tour is ideal for photographers at all levels from those just starting out to seasoned pros.

There’s plenty to see on the streets of San Francisco, and this half-day ‘safari’ through the wilds of SF makes sure you experience it all. The San Francisco Urban Adventure is a four-hour expedition that takes place in your own custom, open-air game-viewing vehicle. Wind through the city streets on a hunt for the best hidden gems and well-known attractions. You’ll track colorful murals and film locations, meander down alleyways and keep an eye out for historic architectural sites on this fun, good-humored tour.

If you’re going to do a sightseeing tour of San Francisco by bus, make it a memorable one. Book a 1970s-era Volkswagen bus for your private party of six and wind through the city’s top attractions with a personalized guide on a 4-hour tour. Travel into streets that larger vehicles cannot pass through as you explore Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to ‘60s classics. Hotel transport included.

With so many vineyards in Napa and Sonoma Valley, it's easy to feel overwhelmed when deciding which wineries to visit, and planning how to get around. On this full-day, private wine tasting tour from San Francisco, it's all taken care of—enjoy private, round-trip transportation, and a carefully tailored itinerary, built around your tastes. You can visit up to five vineyards, enjoy inexpensive tastings, and even stop for a photo op at the Golden Gate Bridge.

On this private tour from San Francisco, head across the Golden Gate Bridge to explore two delightful bayside towns, Sausalito and Tiburon. Stop to stroll under a cathedral of 400- to 800-year-old redwoods at Muir Woods National Monument, an homage to tree lovers worldwide. You determine how long to spend in each locale with this customizable 4-hour itinerary. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Drive down the Pacific Coastal Highway on one of the most memorable and scenic routes from San Francisco. Big Sur, Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea await to be explored with your personal guide. Get postcard-perfect snaps of the breathtaking coastline, search for marine life in Monterey Bay and learn about the peninsula’s history in these top-rated destinations. This private day trip offers a customizable itinerary, allowing you to travel at your own pace. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Plan your itinerary for your private half-day San Francisco tour and travel in style in a restored vintage Volkswagen bus. Customize your tour to your interests, whether you want to cover city highlights like the Painted Ladies, Golden Gate Bridge, and Twin Peaks, or venture further afield to Muir Woods, Sausalito, or Half Moon Bay. The bus accommodates up to seven passengers, perfect for family and friends.

Explore two of San Francisco's most distinctive neighborhoods side-by-side on a walking tour of Chinatown and Union Square. Learn the fascinating history behind the oldest Chinatown in the United States, and be immersed in the city’s contrasting cultures as you stroll alongside cable cars through Union Square’s chic hotels, architectural landmarks, and luxury boutiques.

Enhance your visit to the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco on this special behind-the-scenes tour to learn about the facility's animal life or its research focus. Plus, your tour grants you general admission, so you can also explore the attraction’s 4-story rain forest and planetarium at your own pace. Express entry to the Rain Forest exhibit and a reserved ticket to a show at Morrison Planetarium are also included.

Avoid the hassle of a crowded San Francisco group tour with this GPS-guided scooter adventure that's perfect for travelers that want more freedom to explore. Grab your scooter, put on your helmet, and cruise through SF to see top landmarks. With a GPS to keep you on track, you can see attractions like Fisherman's Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge, and enjoy stops along the way to learn about landmarks.

Eat your way through San Francisco’s famous Chinatown on this 4-hour private walking tour and food tasting experience. Sample Canton, Mandarin and Szechuan cuisines as you get local insights and tips from your personal guide. Wind your way though Chinatown’s colorful streets and stop to taste authentic dim sum, moon cakes, steamed sesame balls, Peking Duck, craft beer, and coffee. Experience the must-see spots and local secrets and come away with a thorough understanding of the area.

Make your visit to San Francisco easy by taking this private sightseeing tour that includes round-trip transport in a luxury vehicle of your choice and bridge tolls. See some of the city’s most famous and memorable areas as this tour takes away the stress of maneuvering through the streets and parking in congested areas. Walk down Pier 39, stop for a cannoli in North Beach, see historic cable cars at the San Francisco Cable Car Museum, and take photos of the windmills in Golden Gate Park. Whatever you choose to do, it's up to you when and where to stop.

It's the most exhilarating, entertaining and enlightening way to see San Francisco - the first-ever GPS-guided storytelling car! The clever talking car navigates for you where bus tours can't go and points out the sights that bring San Francisco to life. Experience what the press is buzzing about, what visitors rave about and what Time Magazine has nominated "as one of the coolest inventions of the year".

California is famous for its rich wine country, located just a few hours by road from San Francisco. Escape from the city on this personalized wine country tour, which offers private transportation in a luxury vehicle so you can sip worry-free. Choose from over 700 wineries in the Alexander, Sonoma, and Napa valleys, and enjoy fine vintages alongside scenic views of vineyards and rolling hills.

Experience Northern California’s world-class wineries and breweries on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy chauffeur service in a luxury sedan or SUV, complimentary bottles, and tastings at up to five locations. Craft an itinerary based on your tastes and head to breweries like Russian River and Bear Republic, and wineries including Francis Ford Coppola Estate, Sidrui, and Jacuzzi.

Taste the best of Sonoma County and Napa Valley labels during this private wine tasting tour for VIP enthusiasts. Enjoy four pre-selected stops through wine country, including local cellars, wineries, and a world-class lunch stop. Or, feel free to swap in your own selections. Tours include private transportation in a luxury vehicle.

Enjoy Napa Valley like a VIP on this private tour by luxury vehicle. Sit back, relax and admire the landscape of vineyard-covered hills while a chauffeur transports you from your San Francisco Bay Area or Napa hotel to the wineries of your choice. If you don’t know which wineries you want to visit, don’t worry! The experienced driver is ready to offer suggestions and recommendations. This is a fabulous way to celebrate a special occasion with friends or family.