Tours & Activities in Sausalito

Sail along San Francisco's waterfront, under the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, and around notorious Alcatraz Island. Discover San Francisco's history via audio commentary, available in 16 languages.

This is an Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay with a maximum 6 passengers on a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain and crew where you'll sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, across the San Francisco waterfront, get a close-up look at Alcatraz and Angel Islands. This Sailing Experience is "interactive" which means we want you to get the full experience of sailing so you'll have an opportunity to take the wheel and sail your course.. It's all part of an unforgettable sailing experience you wont get anywhere else.. You will see and be able to photograph beautiful scenery and may also experience a close encounter with some of the local wildlife that calls the bay home. Sailing SF Bay Experiences are aimed at creating lifelong memories for you while showcasing the beauty and diversity of our area.

Enjoy spectacular views in a casual and fun atmosphere. Sail past Alcatraz, around Angel Island, along Tiburon and Sausalito, and under the Golden Gate Bridge.

See Marin's world-famous redwoods without the crowds on your moderately strenuous, 3 to 4-hour, guided small-group tour led by an expert local guide. Access the iconic redwood groves of charming Mill Valley on foot and navigate the quiet trails following the fern-lined canyons at the base of Mt. Tamalpais. Experience cathedral-like ancient trees in a primeval creek-side setting and explore the redwood groves for about two and a half hours. The walk begins with a shuttle from a meeting place near the ferry landing in downtown Sausalito (ferry ticket not included) and then a stroll through Mill Valley's historic downtown before heading out into the redwood forests and park-like neighborhoods.

Explore San Francisco's best landmarks on a Big Bus open-top double-decker. Immerse yourself in the city's history and visit sights like Fisherman's Wharf, Museum of Modern Art, Embarcadero, and more.

Get onboard with a maximum of six people for a personal trip! Often this will be just your booking group. Get a taste for what an experience living, working and voyaging on a sailboat can be, while viewing fantastic landmarks from the uncrowded deck, using sustainable and Eco friendly wind power. Get a little salty while we chat about what it's like going far from land and crossing oceans, from endless waves and wind, to calm nights under starry skies. Get a feel for what it's like to live and thrive in a constantly moving small space, in a beautiful but unforgiving environment. Hear what it's like to battle Tuna and Sailfish and have the freshest sushi minutes later. To anchor in tropical anchorages, bathe in the sea, and surf uncrowded waves. Ask as little or as much as you like about surviving storms, living in foreign countries, meeting great cruising friends, and unplugging from normal living to find another path. Or just sit back, relax, and enjoy a peaceful sail.

Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge and Oakland Bay Bridge on a beautiful 1.5-hour boat ride along San Francisco Bay. See Alcatraz and Sausalito up close as you learn all about San Francisco.

This is the classic version of the Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour* which is based on the Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour guide book.  Local author and artist, Victoria Colella brings you into this sequestered world.  Beginning with the Historic Houseboats then a stroll down the Gantry Crane Trail in the World War II Shipyards, exploring local art studios, Wooden Boat Center and into  working waterfront.  Here is where the floating homes are created and big boats are hauled out for repair.  Victoria offers refreshments in the old boat lettering shack in the heart of Sausalito's working waterfront at the end of the tour.  Tour takes about 3 to 3-1/2 hours.  There is free parking, places to rest along the way and 3 restroom stops. *Turn off those cell phones for a minute.  This is strictly analog and reading, dancing and reciting poetry may be required!

From serene ranks of giant redwoods to the quiet lapping of water on the shore, see all the highlights of the northern San Francisco Bay on this time-saving tour.

This sailing experience is an Interactive sunset sailing adventure on San Francisco Bay! This Sailing Experience is "interactive" which means we want you to get the full experience of sailing so you'll have an opportunity to take the wheel and sail your course.. It's all part of an unforgettable sailing experience you wont get anywhere else.. Once we depart from our dock in Sausalito we'll make our way out into the bay toward the Golden Gate Bridge. You'll Sail across the Golden Gate Bridge and along the San Francisco shoreline while enjoying the view of the sunbeams sparkling on the buildings and casting long shadows in the city. It's the makings of the perfect romantic scene in a movie, We'll watch the sun lower toward the horizon behind the Golden Gate Bridge while the city slowly begins to light up. Let us take you on an exciting journey showcasing the iconic landmarks that make Sunset Sailing on San Francisco Bay so special. Discover the Best of Sailing SF Bay with us.

Join this guided scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge. Explore the beauty of the giant coastal Redwoods and enjoy great views from Sausalito's picturesque waterfront.

Delight in a small-group experience exploring Sausalito's best restaurants through delicious offerings of food and wine. Enjoy this beautiful bay-side village with a long-time local (and foodie) who guides you with colorful conversations of how Sausalito began and evolved. Understand how important Sausalito was to Janis Joplin, Otis Redding, Robin Williams, Clint Eastwood and so many more. Learn about colorful madam-turned -Mayor, Sally Stanford and how prohibition effected the town. Breathe in gorgeous views of the San Francisco skyline, Angel Island, Alcatraz, East Bay and more. Walk the dock of sailboats on your way to dessert, taking in even more California History. Expect to eat enough food to satisfy lunch with 4-distinct courses. Some will be family-style and plated at the table. You might even get a charming visit from a seal, we usually do!

Experience the thrill of a bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge! Take a guided cycling tour on a Comfort Hybrid from San Francisco to Sausalito. This 3-hour excursion includes stops at many San Francisco landmarks!

Beautiful Sonoma Valley is your destination on this laid-back, fun-filled, all-day tour. You will learn much about the region from your friendly and knowledgeable guide and will have the opportunity to sample many of the delicious wines that have made Northern California a world-renowned wine producing region. You will travel with a small group (limited to 12 people) to three of Sonoma’s finest boutique wineries where you will spend approximately one hour at each winery. This journey also includes a stop in scenic Sausalito, a stop at the Golden Gate Bridge, and a lunch stop in the historic town of Sonoma where you can select from one of the many fantastic restaurants on the square. If you’re feeling adventurous you can even take a walk into the past at Mission San Francisco Solano. Tasting fees at all wineries are included!

Leave San Francisco and enjoy a half-day excursion to wine country. This tour is designed for guests who don’t want to dedicate their entire day in the area, or are only visiting for a short time.

Combine inside Alcatraz with an assigned time same day visit to Muir Woods with Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy a hybrid of light driver narration with bridge history and Alcatraz Escape presentations. This tour includes: Assigned By Us: Muir Wood Van departure time (70+ minute) Assigned By Us: Alcatraz Island Admission Time Slot (2.5+ hours) Golden Gate Bridge stop (15+ minutes) We will assign your time in advance. We will assign a random time slot as early as 6:45am or as late as 5pm in peak times. VIP James Woods Road Trip Upgrade: Our full Muir Woods Express plus bonus time in Sausalito with brunch credit. Guests will be returned to Wharf by van or scheduled Sausalito ferry. Some dates will start by ferry in Sausalito then Muir Woods and Golden Gate. We will advise. 645am Early Bird: Get there before the crowds do! Enjoy nature as it was intended with silence! We are often the first tour group there! Enjoy $10 Brunch credit after Muir Woods at our chosen vendor.

Wander under the redwood trees in Muir Woods and admire scenic seaside views in Sausalito on a guided tour from San Francisco. Board a ferry to explore the infamous prison on Alcatraz Island.

Embark on a quintessential California road trip with this customizable full-day tour down the Pacific Coastal Highway from San Francisco. See the Big Sur coastline, visit the Monterey Peninsula — famous for its bay views, abundant marine life, and historical Cannery Row — and stroll around the top-rated destination of Carmel-by-the-Sea with your private guide. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Walk among ancient groves of the world's tallest trees on a morning tour of the Muir Woods. After exploring the park, enjoy a scenic drive through the coastal town of Sausalito before returning to San Francisco.

Hop aboard the ferry for a trip from San Francisco to Sausalito. Your ticket allows you to skip the box office line and head straight to the gate. This one-way ferry service takes you across San Francisco Bay with beautiful views of the city skyline, Bay Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge. In the charming bayside city of Sausalito, explore narrow streets filled with boutiques, galleries and museums at your leisure, and enjoy a meal (own expense) at a waterfront restaurant offering unbeatable views of the surrounding Bay Area. This is a great way to maximize your stay in San Francisco, and makes for a romantic getaway or a fun day trip with family and friends. PLEASE NOTE: you will need to purchase 2 tickets per person for Round Trip service.

Experience the sights of San Francisco by renting an electric or regular bike. Begin your self-guided tour at Fisherman’s Wharf, and if you like, ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito.

This 3-cabin yacht exudes timeless elegance. It is docked in Sausalito, a fun bayside village 10 mins north of the Golden Gate, though we can arrange other locations on request. Contact us to plan a unique excursion on one of the region’s most beautiful historic yachts—birthdays, dinner parties, wedding proposals, wildlife observation, and more. Let us know what you have in mind and we’ll do our best to make your dreams come true. You are also welcome to enjoy the yacht at the dock in Sausalito, before or after your cruise, or without a cruise. It’s a unique gathering space and we are happy to facilitate food, beverages, and anything else you can dream up. Maximum occupancy for cruises is six passengers. The price shown here is for a 2 hour cruise with a licensed captain.

Cruise from PIER 39 and enjoy the sunset on San Francisco Bay. Pass by San Francisco icons including the famous California sea lions, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island.

Visit Sausalito’s famed houseboats and learn the storied history of one of the bay’s most iconic landmarks on this 2 hour walking tour.  Hear stories of the bohemian writers and influential artist who defined an era, Like Southern transplant Otis Redding, who spent his short time here recording the song “Sitting on the Dock of the Bay” just days before his fatal plane crash.  Learn how the dozens of seemingly unconnected threads of history combine to create a rich tapestry of people, personalities, and art forms known as Sausalito from a local artist and author. Free parking Minimum of 6 people required. Note: If you have fewer than 6 people in your party, please call the day before to check on availability.

Embark on a guided tour to Napa Valley from San Francisco. Visit 2 wineries and enjoy up to 5 tastings at each as you savor the unique aromas and flavors of California wine.

Perfect for romantic evenings, private dinner parties, family brunches, business lunches, personal wellness retreats, and photo shoots. You tell us what you want to eat and drink and we will work with our network of local chefs to create a menu -- you are also welcome to simply rent the boat and bring your own food and beverages. Nearly a century old, this 3-cabin yacht exudes timeless elegance. With abundant natural light, views of the mountains, and the subtle swaying of bay waters, it is a retreat space that calms the senses and soothes the soul. The teak interior includes a quaint kitchenette, two bathrooms three small gathering spaces. At the rear of the boat is a cozy open-air space that seats four, with a roof overhead for protection from the elements. There's also room for 4 to 6 people to gather on the front of the boat. Base pricing noted here is for use of the space; contact us to decide on a menu and determine additional pricing for food and drink.

Rent an electric bike and discover the most interesting sights of San Francisco with ease. See the famous Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, North Beach, and more on a pedal-assist e-bike.

Napa Valley became the home of the first Agricultural Preserve in the U.S. in 1968. a prevalence of volcanic soils that inexplicably add an earthy, "dusty" taste to Napa's best wines The valley floor is 30 miles long and just 5 miles across at its widest point and its rare and unique climate makes it the perfect area for premium wine Napa Valley's geographic location, geology and soil diversity all have influence in the region being categorized as a Mediterranean climate. Beautiful gorges pickup any bay area location or any napa sonoma hotels and airbnb . we usually do 3 tasting a day , each tasting is 90 minutes , you make your,e itinerary and let me know what winery you choose and i will provide your transportation . you can customize your tours as you like , you can add winery or hours or opposite .

Explore San Francisco's most popular neighborhoods, with several photo stops. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge for lunch in Sausalito, then spend over an hour in beautiful Muir Woods National Park to enjoy the redwoods.

Save money starting from the Sausalito Ferry Pier dock instead of San Francisco! Arrive on your own to Sausalito by bike, cab, or ferry and we will chauffeur you to Muir Woods by assigned time van. Guests will spend one hour in the tall park of redwoods before returning to Sausalito. Guests then will depart on their own back to San Francisco. Guests have three options with this non narrated van excursion which all include an same day assigned time Alcatraz: Pier Woods Super Saver: assigned one-hour Woods roundtrip from Sausalito Ferry Dock. No ferry included. Meet us and save!! Pier Woods Brunch Bunch: Assigned $10 Sausalito brunch credit before our one-hour round trip Muir Woods van. A one way ferry ticket is included from Sausalito back to Pier 41 Wharf. Pier Woods Date Night: Early morning assigned Alcatraz. Guests will pay for their own ferry/Uber to Sausalito to join us for Muir Woods van. We will assign a $20 Sausalito dinner credit and Ferry Ticket back to Pier 41 Wharf.