Nob Hill

Sights & Landmarks • San Francisco, California United States

After being settled in the 19th century, this area was quickly transformed into a rich and posh neighborhood, with an array of elegant mansions and exquisite hotels you can still marvel at today. It is also a popular tourist destination, for its great views of the bay and many sights you can visit. Don't forget to hop on a local cable car.


Tours for Nob Hill

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything Nob Hill has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

San Francisco in One Day in San Francisco, California $49 Tour Provided by Viator

San Francisco in One Day

San Francisco, California United States

I’m excited to show you why this walking tour is unlike any other in San Francisco!

We’ll trace the city’s history from its wild Gold Rush days in Jackson Square to the wealth and elegance of Nob Hill’s railroad barons, and we'll ride an iconic cable car along the way.

We'll go beyond the normal touristy sites and see the back streets and hidden alleyways that even San Franciscans don't know about! This is a fun, immersive adventure with plenty of interesting stories, local insights, and a chance to see the real San Francisco.

When we finish the tour at the Ferry Building, you’ll have seen all the best the city has to offer and you'll feel like a local.

San Francisco Holiday Season Private Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk in San Francisco, California $410 Tour Provided by Viator

San Francisco Holiday Season Private Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk

San Francisco, California United States

What’s prettier than San Francisco by night? San Francisco during the holidays! Jump in a Tuk Tuk, enjoy some holiday cheer, don a fuzzy santa hat, and sing some holiday tunes, as you take in the incredible sights. The Tuk Tuk provides an up-close and personal vantage point you’ll never get from a tour bus.

Enjoy our entertaining tour guides while this modern-day rickshaw takes you to festive scenes and towering holiday trees at Union Square & PIER 39.

Only in December, see San Francisco at its seasonal best! Feast your eyes on the festive lights and drink in some holiday cheer on board our delightful electric vehicles! Includes one quick stop at The Fairmont Hotel on Nob Hill to check out their amazing 2-Story Gingerbread House.

Your tour starts at Umbrella Alley in Fisherman’s Wharf. Holiday Tours are limited to five riders per Tuk Tuk (6 guests ok with a group that includes children and adults) No children in laps.

Larger groups can reserve multiple Tuk Tuks.

The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour in San Francisco, California $7 Tour Provided by Viator

The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour

San Francisco, California United States

On this ghoulish adventure you’ll explore the haunted neighborhoods of Union Square, Nob Hill, the Barbary Coast, Chinatown, see their haunted spots and hear their tales of the afterlife.

This tour is guided by the voice of an experienced spooky Professional British Narrator and hauntingly creepy sound effect to set the mood for this ghostly walk through the streets of San Francisco. Simply go to the Westin St Francis's front door, press start tour, and put your phone in your pocket. Our App's technology will guide you step by step from there.

As we walk, I’ll share with you the haunted locations and their spooky stories. You’ll learn about Chinatown’s dark past. The history of the 1906 earthquake. The gold rush era. The Jazz age. The Barbary Coast. And much more!

It’s a tour of history, tragedy, mayhem and of course, ghosts.

This is not a tour for the faint of heart. The tour begins outside the Weston Saint Francis.

If you dare!

San Francisco Tour: Lombard Street, Golden Gate Bridge & Alcatraz in San Francisco, California $149 Tour Provided by Viator

San Francisco Tour: Lombard Street, Golden Gate Bridge & Alcatraz

San Francisco, California United States

Make the most of your time in San Francisco with this exciting tour that blends sightseeing with one of our most iconic landmarks, Alcatraz Island.

Your morning kicks off at Dylan's Tours Shop in Little Italy, where you’ll board a open air vehicle for a 2 hour guided tour through San Francisco. You’ll explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods and take in stunning views of landmarks like Lombard Street, the Palace of Fine Arts and the Golden Gate Bridge.

After your city tour, we’ll conveniently drop you off at Pier 33 around 12:00 PM, giving you time to grab a quick snack before boarding your 1:00 PM ferry to Alcatraz. Make sure to check in by 12:30 PM at the main ticket booth with a valid ID to claim your official ticket.

On the island, you’ll explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour of the former prison, featuring stories from former inmates and guards. Ferries back to San Francisco run frequently, so you can return whenever you’re ready. Your day ends at Pier 33.

SF by Waymo Self-Driving Car: A Futuristic Private Custom Tour in San Francisco, California $149 Tour Provided by Viator

SF by Waymo Self-Driving Car: A Futuristic Private Custom Tour

San Francisco, California United States

Come explore San Francisco in a Waymo, the autonomous electric vehicle, with an expert guide! The Jaguar I-PACE is a unique and futuristic way of experiencing the city and is one that you will never forget. At first, you might feel a little uncertain, but after a few minutes, the ride becomes more enjoyable. Be amazed by the Waymo’s advanced sensors and smooth ride, you'll soon forget there is no driver and focus on the stunning views while your guide tells you the colorful and storied past of San Francisco. We'll cruise to vibrant neighborhoods like the Castro, Mission and Haight-Ashbury, and others upon request. We'll get the best photos of the Golden Gate Bridge and Painted Ladies. We will also enjoy a Cable Car ride and take short walks throughout the day for a fully immersive San Francisco experience. This trip is fully customizable and includes a one-hour break. Come discover one of the world’s most dynamic cities in an innovative, memorable way with a knowledgable guide!

Nearly Private San Francisco Tour Including Sausalito in San Francisco, California $125 Tour Provided by Viator

Nearly Private San Francisco Tour Including Sausalito

San Francisco, California United States

How do you get to really know a city? Have an SF native, show you the way in this nearly-private tour!

This well-crafted, intimate, & flexible, tour is designed to provide the you with the greatest exposure to SF's culture, history, and recommended spots in the least amount of time.

After nearly a decade of giving other people's tours, Paul, the owner/ guide, started SF Expeditions in order to give *his* tours of the City he grew up in.

We know that there's more to a good tour than relaying dates and facts. A good tour allows us the chance to really connect with the flavor of the city and to explore opportunities as they arise.

We're also happy to customize the route to suit requests, whenever possible ("Full House" location, anyone?).

Complimentary hotel pick-up/drop-offs can be pre-arranged.*

*Same-day requests may not be possible due to prior tours, so please text/email for fastest response.

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour in San Francisco, California $79 Tour Provided by Viator

San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour

San Francisco, California United States

Experience the cinematic side to San Francisco on an interactive, family-friendly tour that includes clips from more than 55 movies and TV shows filmed in the picturesque city. Revisit scenes from 'Mrs. Doubtfire,' 'Dirty Harry,' 'Vertigo,' 'Bullitt,' 'The Princess Diaries,' 'Full House,' and 'Star Trek IV,' among others. Learn from an actor-turned-guide who shares knowledge of San Francisco's filming history.

Private San Francisco Sunrise Photography Experience in San Francisco, California $350 Tour Provided by Viator

Private San Francisco Sunrise Photography Experience

San Francisco, California United States

Capture treasured memories and photographs from a San Francisco Photo Tour with Doc Miles. Sunrise and Sunset tours take photographers to locations that provide the best perspectives to capture amazing photographs of Bay Area icons and scenery. Locations along the tours take the photographer to places that are not on any tour bus, but provide extraordinary views of the city and its landmarks.