Top San Francisco Outdoor Activities

Q: Which San Francisco Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

San Francisco Outdoor Activities with Instant Confirmation include: Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator San Francisco Bay Adventure Sightseeing Cruise View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more San Francisco trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked San Francisco Tours. Top 10 San Francisco 2026 Senior-friendly tours San Francisco The best tours and activities for culture lovers in San Francisco Top Day Trips from San Francisco Things to do in San Francisco this summer View all San Francisco Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in San Francisco?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in San Francisco are: San Francisco Luxury & Special Occasions San Francisco Luxury Tours San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing San Francisco Cultural & Theme Tours San Francisco City Tours View all tour styles in San Francisco →

Enchanting Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both …More

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Enchanting Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both...

13 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$395

Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Dr, Big Sur & Mcway Falls PrivateTour

Explore the captivating beauty of California’s coast on our private tour from San Francisco. Discover the charm of Monterey with its marine life, Cannery Row, …More

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Monterey, Carmel, 17 Mile Dr, Big Sur & Mcway Falls PrivateTour

Explore the captivating beauty of California’s coast on our private tour from San Francisco. Discover the charm of Monterey with its marine life, Cannery Row,...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$890

Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour with Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour

Experience San Francisco Bay’s stunning waterfront as you pedal across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco to Sausalito. Join our fun and knowledgeable …More

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Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour with Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour

Experience San Francisco Bay’s stunning waterfront as you pedal across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco to Sausalito. Join our fun and knowledgeable...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$209

The Ultimate Yosemite National Park Full Experience- 5 Days’ Vacation Package

Embrace Yosemite’s 5-Day VIP Bucket-List Journey - Luxury Travel Package with Hotel & Custom Itinerary! Unveil the ultimate 5-day Yosemite odyssey with our VIP Private …More

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The Ultimate Yosemite National Park Full Experience- 5 Days’ Vacation Package

Embrace Yosemite’s 5-Day VIP Bucket-List Journey - Luxury Travel Package with Hotel & Custom Itinerary! Unveil the ultimate 5-day Yosemite odyssey with our VIP Private...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

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$2,329

Experience the Thrills of Yosemite: 3-Day Package

Discover Yosemite’s Best-Kept Secrets on a 3-Day Luxury Private Adventure (Hotel & Entrance Fees Included) Step into a world of breathtaking beauty with our exclusive …More

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Experience the Thrills of Yosemite: 3-Day Package

Discover Yosemite’s Best-Kept Secrets on a 3-Day Luxury Private Adventure (Hotel & Entrance Fees Included) Step into a world of breathtaking beauty with our exclusive...

3 days Hotel pickup offered

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$1,349

Yosemite National Park 1-Day Private Tour from San Francisco or Yosemite Area

Experience Yosemite – 1-Day Adventure for First-Time Visitors Get ready for an unforgettable day in Yosemite National Park with a private, tailor-made tour just for …More

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Yosemite National Park 1-Day Private Tour from San Francisco or Yosemite Area

Experience Yosemite – 1-Day Adventure for First-Time Visitors Get ready for an unforgettable day in Yosemite National Park with a private, tailor-made tour just for...

6 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$321

Shore Excursion in SFO - Enchanted Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour in SUV

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to California's famous wine country on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Tour and taste wine …More

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Shore Excursion in SFO - Enchanted Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour in SUV

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to California's famous wine country on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Tour and taste wine...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$385

Private Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Marin Headlands Tour

Take pictures at the Golden Gate Bridge near Lone Sailor Monument. Visit Muir Woods: coastal sequoias - tallest trees in the world. Visit Sausalito: a …More

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Private Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Marin Headlands Tour

Take pictures at the Golden Gate Bridge near Lone Sailor Monument. Visit Muir Woods: coastal sequoias - tallest trees in the world. Visit Sausalito: a...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$799

The ultimate San Francisco full day custom guided tour

San Francisco Private Full-Day SUV Tour – Luxury, Landmarks, Hidden Gems & Custom Itinerary! ✨ Experience the ultimate private San Francisco day tour in a …More

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The ultimate San Francisco full day custom guided tour

San Francisco Private Full-Day SUV Tour – Luxury, Landmarks, Hidden Gems & Custom Itinerary! ✨ Experience the ultimate private San Francisco day tour in a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$222

This convenient form of transportation takes you from San Francisco International Airport to the all-encompassing exploration of San Francisco's sights & landmarks. It means you spend more …More

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SFO Pick-Up with City Sightseeing Tour

This convenient form of transportation takes you from San Francisco International Airport to the all-encompassing exploration of San Francisco's sights & landmarks. It means you spend more...

1 to 2 hours

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$385

Muir Woods, Sausalito, Marin Headlands, Lighthouse Private Tour

Taking pictures at the Golden Gate Bridge near Lone Sailor Monument Visiting Muir Woods: coastal sequoias - tallest trees in the world. Visiting Sausalito: a …More

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Muir Woods, Sausalito, Marin Headlands, Lighthouse Private Tour

Taking pictures at the Golden Gate Bridge near Lone Sailor Monument Visiting Muir Woods: coastal sequoias - tallest trees in the world. Visiting Sausalito: a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$999

Muir Woods, Golden Gate Bridge, and Sausalito Coastal Experience

Step away from the city’s bustle and into the serene beauty of the North Bay. This curated journey takes you from the heart of San …More

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Muir Woods, Golden Gate Bridge, and Sausalito Coastal Experience

Step away from the city’s bustle and into the serene beauty of the North Bay. This curated journey takes you from the heart of San...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$195

San Francisco Bay Cruise and City Combo Tour

During the city tour, you'll see major attractions of the city, guided by our experienced and knowledgeable guides. You'll have about 5 stops to take …More

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San Francisco Bay Cruise and City Combo Tour

During the city tour, you'll see major attractions of the city, guided by our experienced and knowledgeable guides. You'll have about 5 stops to take...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$155

Monday Sick Day Midweek Kayak Tour on Tomales Bay

A great way to start your day in Point Reyes. We will start our day with 20-30 minutes of on shore activities as we all …More

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Monday Sick Day Midweek Kayak Tour on Tomales Bay

A great way to start your day in Point Reyes. We will start our day with 20-30 minutes of on shore activities as we all...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$135

Embark on an Epic Muir Woods and Wine Country Adventure!

Redwoods & Wine Country Escape: Private 8-Hour Tour from San Francisco – Muir Woods & Sonoma Valley Wine Tasting Experience Leave the city behind on …More

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Embark on an Epic Muir Woods and Wine Country Adventure!

Redwoods & Wine Country Escape: Private 8-Hour Tour from San Francisco – Muir Woods & Sonoma Valley Wine Tasting Experience Leave the city behind on...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$425

Lake Tahoe Small Group Tour from San Francisco

Explore the beautiful Lake Tahoe on this private tour from San Francisco. By booking this excursion, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience stress-free, knowing …More

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Lake Tahoe Small Group Tour from San Francisco

Explore the beautiful Lake Tahoe on this private tour from San Francisco. By booking this excursion, you’ll be able to enjoy the experience stress-free, knowing...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$385

Marin Headlands Gravel Cycling Tour From San Francisco

Let me introduce you to and guide you along the amazing gravel biking routes right in San Francisco and in the Marin Headlands. The headlands …More

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Marin Headlands Gravel Cycling Tour From San Francisco

Let me introduce you to and guide you along the amazing gravel biking routes right in San Francisco and in the Marin Headlands. The headlands...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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$150

Discover Yosemite, Mammoth Lakes + Eastern Sierra’s breathtaking natural wonders

Yosemite & Mammoth Lakes Luxury Adventure – 5-Star Private Tour of Eastern Sierra’s Hidden Gems, Hot Springs, Waterfalls, Ghost Towns & Geological Wonders Ready to …More

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Discover Yosemite, Mammoth Lakes + Eastern Sierra’s breathtaking natural wonders

Yosemite & Mammoth Lakes Luxury Adventure – 5-Star Private Tour of Eastern Sierra’s Hidden Gems, Hot Springs, Waterfalls, Ghost Towns & Geological Wonders Ready to...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

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$2,419

Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County

Learn the ancient skills of survival in the woods, including how to build a shelter, gather water, make a fire, and forage edible plants or set …More

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Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Marin County

Learn the ancient skills of survival in the woods, including how to build a shelter, gather water, make a fire, and forage edible plants or set...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$145

The Perfect Getaway: 2-Day Private Tour to Majestic Lake Tahoe

2-Day Lake Tahoe Private Tour from San Francisco – Year-Round Alpine Escape with Lodging, Guided Adventures & Scenic Wonders! Ready to trade traffic for towering …More

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The Perfect Getaway: 2-Day Private Tour to Majestic Lake Tahoe

2-Day Lake Tahoe Private Tour from San Francisco – Year-Round Alpine Escape with Lodging, Guided Adventures & Scenic Wonders! Ready to trade traffic for towering...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

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$894

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for San Francisco Outdoor Activities?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best San Francisco Outdoor Activities are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for San Francisco Outdoor Activities Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly San Francisco Outdoor Activities are:

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Which San Francisco Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Which San Francisco Outdoor Activities have Free Cancellation?

San Francisco Outdoor Activities with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which San Francisco Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These San Francisco Outdoor Activities include Hotel Pickup:

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