San Francisco
Full day in San Francisco with a local
Flexible Full-Day Discovery • 8 hours
5.0
(9)
Full day in San Francisco with a local
Pier 39, vintage cable cars and food truck tacos.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Get what you want out of San Francisco on a private and personalized experience
- Enjoy top spots, restaurants, historic neighborhood strolls or go for a walk on the city streets, with a host by your side.
- Fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of San Fran, getting the best of what the city has to offer in a limited time
- Get a taste of what keeps San Fran buzzing, with a twist – your stories will be authentic and all your own
- From Pier 39 and Golden Gate Park to the secret side streets known only by locals - the day is yours to make
- Get the scoop from your host on other areas to explore and exciting things to do whilst visiting The Bay Area
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
8 hours with your host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations).
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way around Chinatown, or a casual walk on Fisherman’s Wharf with a fresh snack from a food truck in hand. With a full day in San Francisco, you could be doing all of this, with an added bonus - one of our local San Fran hosts by your side.
They can’t wait to share stories about their city with you, what keeps it buzzing and where to get a great meal or drink.
Enjoy a stroll down Pier 39 or maybe a cruise in a vintage cable car. Get a slice of local life and get involved in a quirky activity like frisbee golf or head to the best vantage point to see the sunset over the city, discover a hidden trail with some mesmerizing views.
Before or after a hike, you might be keen to grab a bite, so get to know the local food scene as you pick up something from a food truck, try the locals’ favorite tacos from a tiny taqueria and taste some authentic Korean or Chinese cuisine.
See the secret side of San Fran, as your host shows you to places only a local would know. All of that, in 8 hours? What a day!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Jean
Mar 2025
Wonderful day walking around the city with John who knew the city and its history. We loved seeing the city from his perspective all the alleys and historic spots. Best possible way to get to know the city.
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Jean
Mar 2025
A wonderful tour of parts of the city from a personal unique perspective. Absolutely loved it! John opened up the city past and present. Perfect
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Erwin
Apr 2024
Der Tag in San Francisco war wunderbar. Unser Guide John war super und sehr bemüht unsere Wünsche zu erfüllen. Ich kann den Guide nur weiterempfehlen. The day in San Francisco was wonderful. Our guide John was great and tried very hard to fulfill our wishes. I can only recommend the guide.
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Gail
Nov 2022
MARIA WAS WONDERFUL! She personalized our tour and made things easy and comfortable. We saw things we'd have never seen without her. Don't be afraid t something like this instead of or in addition to a group tour situation to see the cooler things in the city that the big tours don't/can't show you. We rode the F cars and the traditional cable cars to the wharf, the museum, and the Ferry Building, China Town, we walked and ate, and had an overall great day in the city!
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Kerstin
Aug 2022
I had a great day seeing SF like a local Kathy had a lot to show and explain, simply good answers to my many questions Thank you!
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Tayler
Nov 2021
Maria was amazing and was so bubbly and enjoyed talking with her. There was never awkward silences it was a very nice experience we got to see a lot and loved every minute of it!
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