Outdoor Activities in San Francisco

San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Through Golden Gate Park (opens in a new tab)

24 1 h

This rental offers a unique experience in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. You'll have the chance to ride through lush landscapes, picturesque gardens, and serene pathways with views of historic landmarks. The park is a peaceful, car-free zone, perfect for families and leisurely rides. With the included map, you can explore at your own pace and enjoy the beauty of the park's famous attractions, like the California Academy of Sciences and the Japanese Tea Garden. It's a relaxing way to take in the natural splendor of Golden Gate Park! Surrey Rental in Golden Gate Park for Two or Four. Pick up anytime during operating hours, 9am-5pm.

Free cancellation

San Francsico E-Bike Rental (opens in a new tab)

1 9 h

Discover San Francisco's diverse neighborhoods and iconic landmarks with an electric bike rental. This seamless adventure allows you to ride at your own pace while experiencing the city's charm and natural beauty. Enjoy the scenic route across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, or explore attractions like Golden Gate Park and the vibrant Mission District. Our friendly staff provides helmets, bike locks, and route suggestions for a hassle-free experience. - Navigate San Francisco's famous hills with ease on a pedal-assisted bike - Explore charming Sausalito, with options to bike or ferry back - Visit iconic sites like the Presidio and Alamo Square at your leisure - Includes helmets and bike locks for your convenience

Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip Plus RocketBoat Adventure (opens in a new tab)

6 h – 8 h

Explore the serenity of Muir Woods and the charm of Sausalito on this unique tour that combines nature and adventure. Begin with a scenic drive across the Golden Gate Bridge, make a stop at on the Northern side of the bridge to take pictures, then continur to Muir Woods National Monument, home to towering redwoods over 250 feet tall. Take your time (1 h 20min) wandering among these majestic trees before heading to Sausalito (1 hour), a picturesque waterfront village filled with cafes and galleries. The day culminates in an exhilarating 30-minute RocketBoat ride across San Francisco Bay, where you’ll zoom past sea lions and under the Bay Bridge while enjoying the thrill of speed. - Scenic drive across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge - Explore Muir Woods at your own pace with entry included - Relax in charming Sausalito before the adrenaline rush - Experience a high-speed RocketBoat ride on the bay

Free cancellation

Private E Bike Tour in Half Moon Bay (opens in a new tab)

3 h – 4 h

Private Half Moon Bay E-Bike Coastal Experience Explore Half Moon Bay on a private guided e-bike experience designed around your group. Ride the coastal trail, explore the harbor and surrounding coastline, and experience local highlights such as Mavericks with a local guide. Premium e-bikes and connected helmets are included, with a relaxed pace and route tailored to your interests and comfort level. Approximately 3.5 hours. Private experience for 1–4 riders.

Free cancellation

San Francisco Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt (opens in a new tab)

2 h

Beat poets, a copper-green flatiron and the city's most famous spire — San Francisco's District 3 is one clue away. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through San Francisco on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Browse the legacy of City Lights Booksellers, cradle of the Beat Generation • Crane your neck at the Transamerica Pyramid, the skyline's unmistakable spire • Sleuth around Cafe Zoetrope in Francis Ford Coppola's Sentinel Building Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. North Beach stories, downtown views, one scoreboard.

Free cancellation

Blazing Saddles Bike Ride and Sausalito Adventure with Audio Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Explore the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and scenic towns of Sausalito and Tiburon with a bike rental from Blazing Saddles. Perfect for all skill levels, this rental allows you to set your own pace while enjoying the stunning views of San Francisco. Each rental includes a helmet, lock, handlebar bag, and a detailed bike route map. Convenient pickup is available at Fisherman’s Wharf, with flexible drop-off options for your ease.Guests pick up their bikes at our Fisherman’s Wharf location, ride along the San Francisco waterfront, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, and continue down into Sausalito. - Experience the beauty of San Francisco at your own pace - Rental includes essential gear and a personalized route map - Convenient pickup location at 2715 Hyde Street - Wide selection of bikes available, including electric and tandem options

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San Francisco Presidio Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Enjoy a guided walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of San Francisco's Presidio and surrounding area while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the game guides you along and solve 22 unique challenges along the way. You'll walk about 3 miles along this scavenger hunt tour. Score points for correct answers and try to get the high score on the leaderboard. See major attractions as well as less-known gems of the Presidio and surrounding areas on this unique scavenger hunt and walking tour. Play any time that fits your schedule! There is no in-person guide you have to wait for! Tour the Presidio of San Francisco. See the Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, and lots of interesting historical sights and markers. Explore at your own pace. Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends. Discover some of San Francisco's hidden gems and historic sights. Perfect for all ages.

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Iconic San Francisco Urban Hiking Tour (opens in a new tab)

11 3 h

See epic views of the iconic sites of San Francisco’s northern neighborhoods in this 5-mile small-group, locally-led urban hike that takes you from city sidewalks to park trails ending in a local-favorite, truly-SF neighborhood with plenty of food and drink options for after the tour. Learn about life in San Francisco while understanding how history shaped the urban landscape we experience today – from the battles over bike lanes to the private enclave off the city grid – shared with humor and realism. Get top tips from your guide on other authentic San Francisco experiences to make your visit unique. She has seen it all and can help you discover the best San Francisco for you. We’ll cover about 450 feet of elevation gain over gradual hills at a moderate pace with lots of opportunities for photos. Good walking shoes and layers are all you'll need.

Golden Gate Park Self-Facilitated Treasure Hunt (opens in a new tab)

2 h

Our Golden Gate Park self-facilitated event will lead your teams to locations such as the Music Concourse, AIDS Memorial Grove, Dahlia Garden, Shakespeare Garden, and Conservatory of Flowers. encourages teams of 4-5 people to work together to solve fun clues and also explore the Park and experience a fun, creative, and competitive event.

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Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline (opens in a new tab)

3 h 30 min

The coastal hike will take you from Sharp Park through the coastline of Pacifica where you will get to experience Whale sightings, see California goldfields and poppies (wildflowers native to California), Black sand beaches, and watch surfers catch waves. As we hike from Sharp Park Beach to Pacifica State Beach near Linda Mar you'll likely see fishermen standing on the beaches hoping to catch striped bass or salmon, and if you look into the sky you may see paragliders floating above Musell Rock Park in the distance. The trails are beginner-friendly so feel free to bring the whole family along.

Comfort Bike for the Day (opens in a new tab)

1 h – 1 day

Bike & Roll takes pride in offering quality rental products, and exceptional service. Choose between a large variety of bikes and take advantage of our shop location which is near the best riding trails and attractions in town. All bike rentals include a lock, helmet, and riding map.

San Francisco Murder Mystery: Self-Guided Detective Walk (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

A body has been found in San Francisco. Step into the role of detective and crack the case on this self-guided walking quest. Your smartphone delivers clues, witness statements, and puzzles as you navigate between real-world locations that become your crime scene. Each stop reveals new evidence and suspects. Follow the trail from location to location, piecing together the story while exploring San Francisco's streets. The app guides you step by step with an immersive narrative full of twists. This 1–2 hour private detective adventure runs 24/7 — start whenever you want, pause for coffee or photos, and play at your own pace. Available in 5+ languages.

Free cancellation

San Mateo City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Zombie Scavengers (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Zombie Scavengers in San Mateo challenges your team to survive a zombie apocalypse! The game instructs you to find a variety of items to survive the apocalypse anywhere in the city you'd like via an app. Get points for finding survival items (in any order you want) and participating in exciting zombie themed tasks. Plan your survival adventure carefully in order to get the most points to survive! A remote host will be following along (virtually) and help if you need it via chat. Come survive with us in San Mateo today!

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Self-Guided Golden Gate Bridge Bike or Walking App Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Unlimited Biking's tour app is the best way to see the Golden Gate Bridge and surrounding area on a bike ride or stroll. We have provided information for each stop along the route. This map is color coded, so you can choose your own adventure! The app includes: -The primary tour route where each stop is a notable location along the route to the Golden Gate Bridge with a brief history (written and audio)! -Locations from television and movies. See where iconic scenes with some of the biggest stars were filmed -Stops notable for their beauty and photo appeal. Take a snapshot in this location and share with us on social media! -Top recommendations for food in and near the bridge. -Public restroom locations The app is available for Android and iPhone users. Downloading the app is free and by purchasing through Viator, you will receive a code to waive the in-app purchase. If you have more than one explorer with you, purchase for ONE customer and all will be able to use that code.

San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 1 h 30 min

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin Peaks. It is the gateway to a hidden gem of 70 acres of open space known as Glen Canyon, of which 60 acres is officially designated as a Significant Natural Resource Area. Much of the history of Glen Park and Glen Canyon is closely intertwined, from early open-range cattle grazing and "milch" ranches, to an explosive direct link with today's prestigious Nobel Prizes, to a radical sales gimmick for selling home lots that included just about everything from lions and bears to trick shooters and high-flying aeronauts! In addition to the area's remarkable cultural history, we'll also discover some of the highlights of the canyon's natural history as we trek through. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Free cancellation

Electric Bike Rentals in San Francisco (opens in a new tab)

4 h – 6 h

Getting to know San Francisco with our bicycles is a high-level adventure, comfort and quality are more than guaranteed and that makes your experience and time in the city invaluable. Many people try to get around the city with regular bicycles and unfortunately suffer because of the city's hills. We guarantee you an unforgettable tour, saving time, managing to see many places and with close contact with the city.

Enchanting Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco (opens in a new tab)

3 13 h – 14 h

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 guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley. Travel through the Central Valley farmlands, historical Gold Country, and the Sierra Nevada foothills Spend hours snapping photos of Yosemite’s stunning forests, rock formations, and waterfalls Visit Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and El Capitan on a guided van tour. Enjoy free time to explore Yosemite’s other natural wonders by foot or bike. Take in a breathtaking panorama from the Tunnel View overlook for an expansive view of the Yosemite Valley. Small-group tour with a private and group options limited to 5 ensures a more personalized experience.

Shore Excursion in SFO - Enchanted Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour in SUV (opens in a new tab)

2 8 h – 9 h

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 at a Napa Valley landmark—Castello di Amorosa. You’ll stop for photos of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy wine tastings in both Napa and Sonoma, where you'll take in the delightful notes of each region, and have free time to explore historic Sonoma Square. Many of the wineries that will be visited are some of the oldest wine making families wine in the Napa and Sonoma Valley. You’ll learn of their family histories and first beginnings in California’s most famous Wine Country.

Downtown San Francisco Personalized Self-Guided App Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h

Come and discover all the secrets that San Francisco has to offer. We will walk all over the beautiful city, and see some beautiful sites like Union Square, Chinatown, and the Financial District. We are very excited to take you on this journey! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

Free cancellation

Private 2 Day Yosemite and Lake Tahoe Adventure (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Explore Northern California’s stunning landscapes on a custom-tailored 2-day private tour from San Francisco. Spend the first day in Yosemite National Park, marveling at its granite peaks, towering sequoias, and impressive waterfalls. On day two, immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Lake Tahoe, known for its crystal-clear waters. Traveling in a private vehicle ensures a relaxed experience, allowing ample time to enjoy both destinations without a rushed itinerary. This exclusive journey is perfect for those looking to check off two iconic locations from their bucket list in one seamless weekend. - Discover the breathtaking views of Yosemite National Park - Enjoy the pristine beauty of Lake Tahoe's alpine shores - Private vehicle for a comfortable and flexible travel experience - Ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable weekend getaway

Free cancellation