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Explore San Francisco, Muir Woods, Alcatraz and Wine Country with our local guides on small-group public and private tours. We’ll help you choose the right tour and plan your trip to make the most of your time in the city.
Your kind of adventure.
Where to first? Tap a spot!
Your home base in San Francisco
Stop by our shop at 490 Jefferson Street, right in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. Book a tour in person, grab a bike or swim gear, play a round in the arcade and snap a photo for your feed before you head out to explore the city.
- Bike & e-bike rentals
- Tour booking desk
- Arcade games
- Social media corners
- Photobooth
- Swim gear
Private & group tours
Custom private tours of San Francisco, built around your group. Whether you're a foodie, a wine enthusiast, planning a birthday or a bachelorette, or rewarding your team, our local experts build the perfect San Francisco day, exactly how you want it.
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The Dylan’s Tours Difference
We believe exploring San Francisco should feel easy, exciting, and completely stress-free. Whether you’re standing among the Redwoods in Muir Woods, sipping wine in Napa and Sonoma, rolling down Lombard Street, biking across the Golden Gate Bridge, exploring Alcatraz Island or soaking in the beauty of Yosemite, we take care of every detail.
Our favorite ways to show you San Francisco:
Comfortable mini bus tours
Open-air bus rides
Guided and self-guided bike and e-bike adventures
No rental cars, no parking stress, no guesswork. Just great storytelling, small groups, stunning viewpoints, and a friendly local team leading the way.
Dylan’s Tours helps you see the real San Francisco.
Plan your San Francisco trip
Not sure what fits your days in the city?
Tell us when you're visiting, who's coming and what you want to see. Our local team helps you choose the right tours, lines up Alcatraz timing and builds a plan that makes the most of your time in San Francisco.
Plan My Trip- Share your dates and groupArrival, departure, ages and interests.
- Get a day-by-day planTours, Alcatraz, Muir Woods and Wine Country in the right order.
- Book direct and saveUse code SF10 and we handle the details.
50 Things To Do in San Francisco
Local attractions, neighborhoods, and secret viewpoints.
Cruise Ship Guide
Port pickup schedules and shore excursions.
How to Visit Alcatraz
Ferry tickets, audio tours, and sellout dates.
San Francisco Neighborhoods
Where to eat, stay and explore, neighborhood by neighborhood.
How to visit Alcatraz with Dylan’s Tours
Alcatraz tickets sell out weeks in advance. Pair official ferry tickets and the Cellhouse audio tour with our top-rated guided city and Muir Woods experiences.
San Francisco travel tips & guides
Which Muir Woods experience is right for you?
| Package | Best for | Time | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF + Muir Woods · Half day | First-time visitors short on time | 5 hours | Neighborhoods + Golden Gate Bridge + redwoods |
| SF + Muir Woods · Full day | Seeing more at a relaxed pace | 7 hours | 9 neighborhoods + redwoods + optional Sausalito lunch |
| SF + Muir Woods + Alcatraz | Major highlights | Full experience | City + redwoods + official ferry |
| Package | Best for | Time | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF City Highlights | Short on time | 90 minutes | Lombard Street + Wharf + North Beach + Chinatown |
| SF City Highlights Food Tour | Food lovers | 3 hours | City sights + pizza, dim sum and a surprise treat |
| SF + Muir Woods | First-time visitors | Half or full day | Neighborhoods + bridge + redwoods |
| SF + Muir Woods + Alcatraz | Major highlights | Full experience | City + redwoods + official ferry |
| Private City Highlights | Groups & celebrations | Your schedule | Your own open-air vehicle and guide |
| Package | Best for | Time | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour | First wine trip, small group | Full day | 3 wineries + tasting fees + lunch in Sonoma Square |
| Private Wine Country Tour | Couples, celebrations, groups | Full day, your pace | Wineries chosen around your group (custom quote) |
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right tour?
First-time visitors love our SF + Muir Woods + Alcatraz all-in-one package. Still unsure? Use Plan My Trip.
When should I book?
Book online in advance. Alcatraz combinations can sell out weeks ahead.
Can I add Alcatraz tickets?
Yes. Choose an Alcatraz combo for an official ferry ticket and audio tour.
What if I have more than one day?
Mix a city and redwoods day with Wine Country, Yosemite, or a bike rental.
What our guests say
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