San Francisco Vintage Van Tour
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Experience Highlights
Explore San Francisco in a unique way aboard a classic Volkswagen van, touring over 14 iconic neighbourhoods with retro style and charm. This 3-hour guided tour will take you through the most iconic streets as well as those that tour buses can't reach.
Admire major landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, Painted Ladies and Alcatraz, with photo stops at the most photogenic spots. Your local guide will share fascinating stories about the city, from the Gold Rush to the digital age of Silicon Valley.
This tour is available in English, with departures in the morning or afternoon. You can choose between two meeting points: Union Square or Fisherman's Wharf.
- Tour San Francisco in an authentic vintage Volkswagen van.
- Make photo stops at landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks.
- Discover more than 14 neighbourhoods with an expert guide in small groups.
What’s included
- 3-hour guided tour of San Francisco in classic Volkswagen van
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees to museums or attractions (tour focuses on exterior views and photo stops)
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Step by Step
Become the protagonist of an authentic Californian postcard on this tour of San Francisco aboard a vintage Volkswagen van. Far from conventional tours, this experience gives you access to narrow streets and historic corners that big buses can't reach, giving you a more intimate view of the city.
The tour begins at your chosen meeting point (Union Square or Fisherman's Wharf), and from there you'll embark on a 3-hour adventure that covers must-see sights such as Coit Tower, the Palace of Fine Arts, the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge and the Twin Peaks skyline. You will also have the opportunity to admire the Painted Ladies, the iconic Victorian houses known from the series "Forced Parenthood".
Along the way, you'll also pass through characterful neighbourhoods such as Chinatown, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury and trendy Golden Gate Park, all accompanied by the lively and entertaining explanations of your local guide, who will tell you about the evolution of San Francisco from its roots to become a global cultural icon.
The small group size (maximum 7 people) ensures a comfortable and personalised experience, ideal for both first-time visitors and those who want to rediscover the city with a nostalgic touch.