San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tickets — Day, Night & Combo Routes
Open-top hop-on hop-off buses loop the major sights with stops at the wharf, Union Square, and the Golden Gate Bridge — choose a day pass, a night tour, or a combo with Alcatraz or a cruise.
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Hop-on Hop-off Bus: what to know before booking
Open-top hop-on hop-off buses loop the major sights with stops at the wharf, Union Square, and the Golden Gate Bridge — choose a day pass, a night tour, or a combo with Alcatraz or a cruise.
- Availability
- 6 ticket options compared
- Starting price
- Tickets currently start around $44 USD before checkout fees.
- Rating signal
- Compared options average 4.5 stars across 6,369 traveler reviews.
- Location
- Central boarding points around Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Pier 39
- Best time
- Start in the morning to ride the full loop before the afternoon fog and wind pick up
- Ticket note
- Valid for the chosen duration (e.g. 24 or 48 hours) from first boarding
Hop-on Hop-off Bus in San Francisco
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Everything you should know before you book
Hop-on hop-off buses are the fastest way to cover San Francisco's hilly, spread-out sights without wearing out your legs. The open-top routes link Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, Chinatown, and the Golden Gate Bridge, with commentary on board and the freedom to get off and back on at any stop.
Pair a day pass with Alcatraz or a Bay cruise to cover the headline sights in one booking. Night tours light up the bridge and the city skyline and are a good second-day add-on. Buses run frequently across the day, so a 24-hour ticket usually covers everything a first-timer wants to see.
Frequently asked questions
Does the hop-on hop-off bus go to the Golden Gate Bridge?
Yes — the main routes stop at or cross the Golden Gate Bridge, which is one of the highlights of the open-top loop.
Is a day or night tour better?
The day pass is best for sightseeing and hopping off at the sights. The night tour is a fixed loop that shows the city and bridge lit up — a good add-on rather than a replacement.
How long does the full loop take?
A complete loop without getting off runs about two hours. With a 24-hour pass you can break it up across the day at the stops you want.