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Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry)
Across the Golden Gate Bridge, the North Bay is home to Muir Woods National Monument where visitors walk along some of the oldest and tallest trees.
Just a few miles outside of San Francisco, Muir Woods National Monument is a protected nature reserve where visitors walk along paved trails to see the giant trees.
Locals and travelers enjoy strolling through the Viña del Mar Park of Sausalito, a charming town in Marin County, north of San Francisco.
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icon5 hours  (Approx.)
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Overview

Wander through an ancient coastal redwood forest and explore the artistic bayside enclave of Sausalito on this half-day tour from San Francisco. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge to visit Muir Woods, home to some of the oldest and tallest trees on Earth. Then, soak up stellar views of the San Francisco skyline and browse art galleries along the Sausalito waterfront. At the end of your tour choose between getting dropped off at Union Square in San Francisco or taking the Sausalito ferry back to San Francisco.
  • Half-day tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito from San Francisco
  • Explore the giant redwood sequoia trees at Muir Woods
  • Shop and browse in Sausalito, California's prettiest town
  • Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This tour includes Muir Woods entry and stays a little longer than other tours.
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4-hour tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito
Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach & Professional Tour Guide
Admission ticket to Muir Woods National Monument (15$ value included)
90' stop guaranteed in Muir Woods (maximum time allowed by National Parks)
75' Stop in Sausalito
Return Ferry to San Francisco from Sausalito (if upgraded tour option is selected)
4h Bike Rental in San Francisco (if upgraded tour option is selected)
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

478 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Departure Point

2800 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Muir Woods National Monument is a must-see destination on any visit to the San Francisco Bay Area. Just a short drive across the Golden Gate Bridge, the protected nature reserve is home to one of the world’s last remaining coastal redwood forests. 

Choose from a morning or afternoon departure. Stop at a vista point for a fantastic perspective of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz, and wind through the rolling emerald hills of the Marin Headlands to arrive at Muir Woods. Stroll along forest paths surrounded by the giant redwood trees, some of which stretch as high as 250 feet (76 meters) and date back nearly 800 years. 

After Muir Woods, take a short drive to the artistic bayside village of Sausalito. Capture wonderful photos of the San Francisco skyline during a stroll along the waterfront, pop into one of the many art galleries and grab a cappuccino or ice cream at a local café (own expense).

Your tour concludes with drop-off at Union Square in San Francisco or choose the option of taking the ferry back to San Francisco from Sausalito.
Itinerary
Pass By:  
Union Square
Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels
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Van Ness Avenue
Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
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Cow Hollow
Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
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Crissy Field
Driving above Crissy Field it gives a great vantage of the San Francisco Bay, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Golden Gate Bridge
Crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge offers a panoramic view of the bay and the San Francisco skyline.
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Marin County
Entering Robin Williams tunnel as we exit travelers get a view of Sausalito.
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Stop At:  
Muir Woods National Monument
Muir Woods lies in the middle of the redwood's latitudinal region. Incredible diversity of flora and fauna can be daunting at times. Redwoods, Stellar’s jay, ladybugs, ancient horsetail ferns, and the banana slug are all apart of the hiking experience.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At:  
Sausalito
A gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint shops, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants. Extend your stay in Sausalito and return by ferry to San Francisco at your leisure. Ferry cost is not included unless selected during booking. The Ferry docks at Pier 41, in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf.
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Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Fisherman's Wharf
First Drop-off location On the northern waterfront, is the cities most visited and busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops, stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls, appear at every turn.
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Union Square
Union Square Second drop- off location
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please note that Departure times can vary from day to day depending on our parking assignments.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • For all riders’ safety, Unlimited Biking do not recomend any riders who are 300 pounds and over as this exceeds the weight limit the manufacturer has advised for the bike’s build. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we do prioritize your safety during the ride.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Gray Line San Francisco

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry)?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry).
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What is the policy on sanitization during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry)?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry).
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry)?
A:
The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry).
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry)?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry).
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry)?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tour (w/ upgrade option: Sausalito Ferry).

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Traveler Tips

  • "Parking at Muir Woods is so limited (and requires a timed permit) that the tour bus is the best way to go." See review
  • "Parking at Muir is poor so this one combined with the ferry return is a nice half day ending up at Fisherman’s Wharf." See review
  • "Just be prepared that the road to get there is really curvy, so if you get carsick, be sure to take motion sickness tablets before going." See review

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Awesome outdoor experience
KCG
, Jul 2021
The woods and trails were amazing. It was a short ride from the San Francisco Bay. I’d recommend this outdoor experience.
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Entertaining and professional tour
Tim_F
, Jul 2021
We had a great tour. Our driver Jack, did a great job. The tour guide, David, was very knowledgeable about the areas along our route, historical events, and the Muir Woods. We wish we had taken a tour that allowed for more time in Muir Woods and Sausalito. One hour in each location is definitely too short. I would definitely take another tour with this company.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2021
Hello Tim, thanks for your review and recommendation of Gray Line San Francisco for your next adventure in San Francisco. I will transmit your great review to our guide; he will be happy to hear it. For future customers, we would like to explain that tour operators are allowed to park in Muir Woods for a limited amount of time, so regretfully for us, we can't offer a long experience in the woods than the one we currently offer. Would you please let us know once you're back in the city so we can offer you another great adventure? :) Andrew Sales Manager Gray Line San Francisco
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Great
Renee_R
, Jul 2021
The awesomeness of the trees. It was nice to see how big they are. Pictures don't really do it justice.
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Awesome tour
Monica_M
, Jul 2021
It was a very nice tour. Its better with the ferry ticket because we are able to spend more time in Sausalito.
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Muir Woods and Sausalito first visit
Chris_S
, Jul 2021
The tour guides were very helpful. I enjoyed the scenic drive and the presentation. The tour was very affordable.
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Muir Woods!
Karen_T
, Jul 2021
Muir Woods is beautiful. Our tour guide was fabulous and gave so much information. The tour operator had some issues with our reservation, in spite of showing them our vouchers. Eventually they let us get on the bus, and the rest of the day was very enjoyable.
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Favorite Day
Conalee_R
, Jul 2021
It was a great experience! A perfect balance with something for everyone in the family. Nature and , hiking, in Muir Woods, lunch and shopping in beautiful Saltillo! Great Day!!
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Great trip
Allison_F
, Jul 2021
Loved the trip—bus was on time there and back and the driver very knowledgeable about the surrounding area. My only disappointment was that there didn’t seem to be a longer tour option. I’m not deducting stars from my review for that because we got exactly what we paid for—I only wish, as a suggestion, that Viator did tours that lasted over an hour at Muir Woods. I understand that that section was short because multiple people on our bus had other Viator booked tours they needed to get to afterwards. However, arranging longer *solely* Muir Woods trips would be really nice as one hour walking around had us rather rushed at the end with hardly any time left to visit the gift shop or even use the restroomif we wanted to maximize our time amongst the beautiful redwoods. But, as I said, the hour there was what we paid for, and the whole morning was run very smoothly. Would definitely book again.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2021
Hello Allison, Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate your comments as it allows us to explain ourselves to other travelers. Every tour operator is limited to 90 minutes of parking permitted in Muir Woods National Park. However, we hear customer feedback like yours, and we are proposing Muir Woods management to increase this time to 120'. We hope we can get this request approved soon. Would you mind checking all the other tours that Gray Line San Francisco offers in San Francisco and its surroundings so you can enjoy great experiences like the ones you had? Come back soon! Andrew Sales Manager Gray Line San Francisco
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Worth it!
Sheila_S
, Jul 2021
Great experience. John was very informative. Bus ride up the mountain was a bit scary but he was a great guide. Go early in the day before Muir Woods gets busy
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Worth the money
Duska_Brendan
, Jul 2021
Sadly, the Golden Gate Bridge was very shy at the 8 AM tour because of the fog. But that was expected. Muir Woods have been fantastic, the longest hike towards bridge 4 and back is absolutely manageable for the time the bus is waiting (if you don’t walk like a snail) - I loved the little stop at Sausalito where we grabbed some sandwiches and walked through different shops. Very unique. The driver was a great driver and had lot of knowledge, and some jokes :] overall a great experience.
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2021
Hello Duska, Thanks so much for leaving us a great review. I'm sorry you had to meet Karl (the Fog) during your visit to San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. We all love sunny days, but meeting Karl is part of the adventure when visiting the city by the Bay. I appreciate your compliments to our guide and the great description of the tour. We hope you'll join us again on your next visit to San Francisco. Check out all the other popular tours we run, such as the Wine Tour or the Yosemite tour. Susana Customer Relations Manager Gray Line San Francisco
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