2 Day Hop-On/Hop-Off Explore Tour


 
Amount Per Person
Adult (13+)
$80
Kids (3 - 12)
$70
All other ages are free

$85 Adults, $75 Youth (5-11)

Hop off the bus at any of 20 stops, to see great attractions and neighborhoods. Walk around at your leisure. Then hop back on another bus coming by and continue the loop.

Takes 2.5 hrs plus any hop-off time. Buses come by roughly every 20 minutes or less (depending on season).

No Senior Pricing, Adult and Kid Only. Kids 3 and up need a ticket.

No Hotel Pickup.

No reservations needed. Your ticket is activated when you first get on any bus and lasts for the rest of that day and all of the next day.

Bonus 2-Hour Free Bike Rental with Blazing Saddles included.

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presidio
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victorians
tea garden
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Hop off the bus at any of 20 stops, to check out great attractions and neighborhoods. Walk around at your leisure. Then hop back on another bus coming by and continue the loop.

Primary Loop Operates: Daily from 10:00am – 5:00pm. Every 30 minutes (subject to change). Route is 2.5 hours. Last Bus returns to Fisherman’s Wharf circa 7:30 pm.

Start on any day you like, but your 2-day ticket is valid that day and the next.

You will travel over the Golden Gate Bridge where you can get off at the north end Vista Point stop. Walk out on the bridge at your own pace, or just stay for a quick, but spectacular view. 

Live Narration is in English. You can also choose recorded narration in multiple languages on the primary red line loop.

Select stops are located at or near:  The Haight/Ashbury district, Victorian homes, Chinatown, North Beach, Union Square, Financial District, Golden Gate Park, City Hall, the Palace of Fine Arts, Lombard Street, and more.

Plus bonus item! Free 2-Hour Bike Rental with Blazing Saddles.

  • 2-Day Explore ticket also includes a Chinatown walking tour option.
  • Upon purchase, you will receive an email Voucher showing your purchase
  • This Voucher will need to be shown/exchanged with Big Bus.
  • Your ticket starts when you activate the ticket get on any bus and lasts for the rest of that day and the next day.
  • You can begin your bus tours from Union Square, Fisherman’s Wharf, or any stop along the Big Bus route.
  • The Big Bus red line primary loop takes roughly 2.5 hours if you stay on the bus; Each time you hop-off will add to the length of your trip.
  • If you want even more sights, the Sunset Bus Tour is a separate purchase option from Big Bus. Ask them for details.
  • Tours are free for kids 2 and under.
  • See Terms and Conditions page for more policy details.