Historic, progressive, and beautifully sited on the northern California coast, San Francisco remains one of America’s great cities and a genuine must-visit — either as a dedicated holiday of its own, or as part of a longer west-coast road trip, ideally taking in some of the plentiful national parks in and around the city limits.
Explore San Francisco at your own pace with the San Francisco Explorer Pass and, according to your interests, with an easy-to-use sightseeing pass. Select 2, 3, 4, or 5 must-see, must-do attractions and tours from a comprehensive choice of over 30 things to do in San Francisco. Save up to 50% off on top attractions, compared to buying separate tickets. Ride the hop-on-hop-off Big Bus tour and get to know the city, enjoy a San Francisco Bay cruise, visit informative museums, rent a Go Car for an hour, experience the thrills of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, and much more.
The most popular attractions included in the San Francisco Explorer Pass are:
• Highlights of Golden Gate Park Bike Tour- This comprehensive tour of Golden Gate Park lets you discover its best. Spanning 1,017 acres, the park has many gardens, lakes, museums, sports parks, and much more. You will see it all on this expert-led tour, so hop on the saddle and get ready to explore! This two-hour ride is perfect for beginners and expert cyclists alike.
• The Walt Disney Family Museum- The Walt Disney Family Museum features 40,000 square feet of interactive and entertaining exhibits and galleries, including over 200 video screens and an intricate model of Disneyland. You will see early drawings of Disney characters, cartoons, movies, music, listening stations, and more, all narrated in Walt’s voice. Explore Walt Disney’s personal life, from the early beginnings to the building of Disneyland.
• de Young Museum and Legion of Honor- A must-see museum in San Francisco, the de Young Museum has been an integral part of the cultural fabric of San Francisco for over a century. The museum's collections include American painting, sculpture, and decorative arts from the 17th to the 21st centuries, art from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, costume and textile arts, and international modern and contemporary art.
• Aquarium of the Bay- Get up close to more than 20,000 marine animals and learn all about the conservation of San Francisco Bay and its watershed. This aquarium is a watery wonderland brimming with exciting exhibitions and events. Check out the Sea Lion Center overlooking K-dock in the marina, learn about sea otters, and even touch a stingray. Learn about the aquarium's efforts to promote an understanding of various shark species native to the area’s waters.
• San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise- Sail around the bay for unbeatable views of the San Francisco skyline, the Oakland Bay Bridge, and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Look for top San Francisco sites like Alcatraz Island, Coit Tower, the San Francisco Ferry Building, Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower, the Palace of Fine Arts, and more. Learn about San Francisco’s unique natural history, architecture, and Native American culture, and get the best views.
Other attractions included in the San Francisco Explorer Pass
• California Academy of Sciences
• Escape from the Rock - Alcatraz Island Cruise
• USS Pampanito
• Exploratorium
• San Francisco Zoo & Gardens
• LEGOLAND Discovery Center
• Blazing Saddles: Full-Day Bike Rental
• The Beat Museum
• Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
• de Young Museum
• San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
Convenient and economical, the San Francisco Explorer Pass makes exploring San Francisco a breeze. You can use the pass for 60 days and choose 2, 3, 4, or 5 must-see attractions, meaning you can see all the iconic and famous stuff in San Francisco whenever you like. Show your pass on your phone (or download and print it at home) to get in and pay for nothing at the gate. It saves you money and time at the places you want to visit.