Yosemite Valley
Beautiful Falls in the Yosemite Valley on a sunny day, California
Beautiful Falls in the Yosemite Valley on a sunny day, California

Yosemite Valley Tours and Tickets

8,439 reviews

Yosemite Valley is the heart of California's Yosemite National Park and the place to see all of the well-known sights, from El Capitan and Half Dome to Bridalveil Fall and Yosemite Falls. The valley is also a paradise for outdoorsy travelers; visit for endless opportunities to enjoy hiking, climbing, photography, and other types of adventures.

  • Yosemite National Park, California

Tours and Tickets to Experience Yosemite Valley

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What are people saying about Yosemite Valley

Hannah_B, Aug 2023
Unbelievable Trip
An incredible trip! Amazing tour guide James showed us the best spots! 1000% recommend! 2 days were perfect to see some key spots in Yosemite, the accommodation at Cedar Lodge was comfortable, clean and perfectly located!
CynthiaAdavi_D, Nov 2023
I’d take a a tour bus next timr
Visiting Yosemite Valley. Trip was long, one lady talked the whole time to the driver thus interrupting the serenity of the scenic view. Very punctual with schedule. I could have gotten a closer pickup spot than I was scheduled for and saved Lyft fare. Went right by my hotel.. didn’t know what to expect. Need more pre-trip info on how to get around the valley-like the free shuttle! Van held 10 passengers-bumpy ride. Seats did not recline. Not for the long legged and 9 + hrs on the road.
Anne_W, Nov 2023
Amazing….
Phil, our was amazing!! The communication before the trip about pick up spot and time was awesome. He answered the few questions I had to ease my concerns. The day was awesome! So much information about Yosemite, San Francisco, etc… way more then we expected! He shared where and how to get the best pictures, kept us on a schedules and most important, where the best bathrooms were! Phil is your guide for the best day ever! ♥️
Shrobona_C, Nov 2023
Was able to see beautiful...
Was able to see beautiful attractions of yosemite national park and it was a very beautiful experience
People Also Ask
Q:How many days do you need in Yosemite Valley?
A:Although Yosemite National Park is massive, you can see much of Yosemite Valley in one day. That's enough time to get oriented at the visitor center, visit the Awahanee and Yosemite Valley Lodge, picnic somewhere scenic, and check out short hiking trails and some of the park's most famous waterfalls.
Q:How do you tour Yosemite Valley?
A:In more ways than one. Visitors can drive and hike the valley themselves, ride the free public shuttles, or take private tours. Also, Yosemite Hospitality partners with the Federal Park Service to give 2-hour bus tours of the valley. Ranger-led nature and history walks are also offered throughout the year.
Q:What is the best time of year to visit Yosemite Valley?
A:The best times to visit Yosemite Valley are spring and late fall after the wildfire season—summer can bring tourists, traffic, and limited parking. Although parts of Yosemite become inaccessible, Yosemite Valley remains open in winter and becomes a snowshoeing, ice skating, and winter hiking destination with organized holiday celebrations.
Q:How long does it take to drive around Yosemite Valley?
A:From the intersection of Big Oak Road and El Portal Road, the roughly 15-mile (24-kilometer) round-trip drive around Yosemite Valley takes about 40 minutes, depending on the route. On public transportation, the Valleywide Shuttle makes about 19 stops on its roughly 1.5-hour route around the same valley.
Q:Do you need a reservation to visit Yosemite Valley?
A:No, reservations are not required to visit Yosemite Valley—pay the admission fee at the park entrance and drive to the valley. Reservations have been required to manage crowding and may be needed in the future. Reservations are also required to stay overnight.
Q:Are there restrooms at Yosemite Valley?
A:Yes, there are restrooms in Yosemite Valley. You can find them at the Yosemite Valley Lodge, the Yosemite Valley Visitor Center, the Mirror Lake parking lot, the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center, and the Church Bowl, Swinging Bridge, and Sentinal Beach picnic areas. These are all accessible restrooms.