Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)
- 5–8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods National Park and Sausalito. This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay Area's most popular National Park Monument to experience the magnificent views of the Giant redwoods during a 90' stop. Visit the beautiful coastal town of Sausalito, a gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint shops and waterfront restaurants. If you choose the option, take the ferry back to San Francisco!
Inclusions
What's included
- Admission to Muir Woods (a $15 value) unless the option without park entry is selected
- Return Ferry to San Francisco from Sausalito (If option chosen)
- 60' Stop in Sausalito
- 90' stop guaranteed in Muir Woods (maximum time allowed by National Parks)
- 2/3hs Guided bike tour from San Francisco to Sausalito (If Bike Tour option chosen)
- Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach with Certified professional Driver-Tour Guide
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
The tour departs at 07:40 AM, 10:40 AM, or 01:40 PM (depending on the selected option) from Union Square or Fisherman’s Wharf (depending on your departure time). For the bike tour, you will start from Bay City Bike Store at 2661 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133, where you'll receive your bike and begin your journey towards the bridge. Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels.
Famous for being used as a firebreak by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
A scenic waterfront neighborhood known for its views of the Golden Gate Bridge, upscale residences, and lively atmosphere.
After crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, you'll have the opportunity to stop for photos at the Golden Gate North Vista Point. This viewpoint offers breathtaking views of the Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the stunning San Francisco skyline.
After departure, the bus will take you directly to Muir Woods National Monument, where you will have 90 minutes to explore the ancient redwood forest. You will enjoy a peaceful walk through the towering redwoods, taking in the serene beauty of the park. The Bike Tour does not visit Muir Woods first. Instead, Sausalito is visited first, followed by a bus ride to Muir Woods. Step into a magical forest of towering Giant Redwoods (Sequoia Sempervirens) that have stood for centuries. Take in the serene beauty of the ancient trees as you walk along the trails, enjoying 90 minutes to immerse yourself in the tranquility of this national treasure.
After exploring Muir Woods, the bus will take you to Sausalito, a picturesque waterfront town. You will have time to explore local shops, cafes, galleries, and the charming Mediterranean-style village. If you choose the Bike Tour, after riding across the Golden Gate Bridge, you will arrive in Sausalito. After your visit to Sausalito, you will leave your bikes there and hop on a comfortable bus that will transport you to the breathtaking Muir Woods National Park. The bus will pick you up at 2:30 PM from 599 Humboldt Ave (the corner of Humboldt and Bay St).
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.4
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5What a great day
Joseph and Darrell were a dynamic duo. Joseph’s commentary was so well done. Informative and fun. Darrell‘s driving was fantastic. We had no idea about the narrow roads and switch backs. But it was evident there was no need for concern, as we were in the hands of an experienced driver. The time spent at each stop was just right. We went with our two adult children in their 20s. A great day was had by all.
5Wonderful trip and tour
Adolfo was great! He knew tons of interesting things about the city, kept us on time and really added to the experience. Muir Woods is just wonderful and I highly recommend the early morning trip since there are fewer people and it’s really peaceful even if it is a bit foggier than later in the day.
4Stay in the Woods
Great Scenery, if 90 minutes in the woods were to be doubled (a total of 3 hours) it would be even greater!
5Beautiful
From someone that lives on the east side of the country this was an incredible thing to see. The trees are so insane and huge! The walk is not too rough, definitely bring water or something to drink but it’s before on the hike and plenty of areas to rest and take pictures
5Muir Woods: A wonderful gift from God!
Our tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito was very enjoyable and professionally conducted. Our tour guide Michele possessed a wealth of detailed knowledge of San Francisco’s history which she shared as we traveled through the city streets, crossed over the Golden Gate, and entered Muir Woods. Michelle has an engaging and warm personality which enhanced the richness of the tourist experience. Israel, our bus driver, was also quite personable. He expertly handled the uphill curves leading to the park entrance. The weather was picture perfect, the views of The bay and bridge were fantastic, and the redwood trees of Muir Woods were awesome, all of which contributed to a great tour!
5Breathtaking views
Be prepared for amazing sights and a crazy ride up and down the hills. This was truly a fantastic day. The redwoods are simply impressive and so fun to use your pano setting on your phone for amazing shots. The bus ride is informative on many things about the area. The bus ride is wild as hell taking curves on a road that is barely enough for two cars , let alone a tour bus. Sausalito is cute town with some nice eateries. We took the ferry home for some more photo ops and enjoyed that as well.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Gray Line Fisherman's Wharf Area, 2805 Leavenworth Street. Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you. Check "Before you Go" section for exact departure times.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 40 travellers
- Operated by
- Gray Line San Francisco
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in San Francisco
- Its from-price is 86% below the median of the 204 day trips we list in San Francisco.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 204.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About San Francisco
San Francisco crowds steep hills onto a peninsula between the Pacific and its bay, with cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge and colourful neighbourhoods.
The Golden Gate Bridge spans the strait at the mouth of the bay, often wrapped in fog, and walking or cycling across it is a classic. Boats cross to Alcatraz, the former island prison, while Fisherman's Wharf is known for seafood and the sea lions that bask on the docks of Pier 39. The Ferry Building is a food lover's market.
Top-ranked sights in San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, San Francisco Chinatown.
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