Big Bus passing San Francisco Ferry Building during sunset tour.
San Francisco skyline with Coit Tower illuminated at sunset.
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  • Trade your couch for a cool San Fran adventure and go on a 60-min sunset tour, your golden ticket to a city that never sleeps.
  • Forget the hassle, we've got you covered! Cruise the well-curated Blue Route, where every corner is a postcard waiting to happen.
  • After soaking up the sunset's magic, hop on the free shuttle to Union Square – shopping, dining, or just people-watching – the city's your oyster.
  • Unleash your inner explorer with the super fun audio guide, packed with fun facts and secret spots on the open-top buses.
  • Witness the city and landmarks like Golden Gate Bridge, Grace Cathedral, and Bay Bridge transform as the sun dips below the horizon.

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Big Bus passing San Francisco Ferry Building during sunset tour.
San Francisco skyline with Coit Tower illuminated at sunset.
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Blue Route (sunset tour)

Experience the architectural elegance of San Francisco, and its various famous buildings and landmarks, during this leisurely sunset tour. Your bus tour will begin at the Fisherman’s Wharf, one of the most famous and family-oriented places in San Francisco. During this trip, you’ll get a chance to view iconic places in the city like Nob Hill, Bay Bridge, and Grace Cathedral. Sit back and relax as you gaze at the glittering city of San Francisco at sunset, including its architecturally magnificent buildings.

Schedule

  • Departure: 6pm from stop #1 (Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center) (6:30pm from Mar 16, 2026)

  • Duration: 60 mins

  • Frequency: once every evening

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 60-min non-stop sunset tour
  • Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian & Portuguese (on the bus)
  • Complimentary headphones
  • Return shuttle transfer to Union Square
  • Hop-on hop-off service

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Carry a printout of your voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

The tour departs at 6pm from stop #1 (Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center).

The tour lasts for 60 minutes.

You'll get a chance to view iconic places like Nob Hill, Bay Bridge, and Grace Cathedral.

Food and alcohol are not allowed on the buses. Non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles are permitted.

Not all buses are wheelchair accessible, but you can contact the service operator 48 hours before your trip for assistance.

After the tour, there's a complimentary shuttle transfer to Union Square available.

The audio guide is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.

Guide dogs are welcome aboard the buses; however, other pets are not allowed.

No, the hop-on hop-off service is excluded from this particular tour.

The bus tour begins at Fisherman’s Wharf and departs from stop #1 (Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center).

Keep in mind food & alcohol (except non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles), and luggage are not allowed on the buses. Pack wisely!

Not all buses are wheelchair accessible. You can contact the service operator 48 hours before your trip and they'll try to assist you. Your safety comes first so visitors with mobility impairments may be restricted from accessing the upper decks. Your guide dogs (except pets) are welcome onboard.

The tour does not operate on Jul 4, Nov 23 (Thanksgiving), Dec 24 (Christmas Eve), and Dec 31 (New Year's Eve).

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