Wonders of San Francisco City Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

San Francisco, USA

San Francisco City Self Guided Driving Tour Through Golden Gate Bridge

2 to 3 hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The ultimate audio tour of San Francisco, this self-guided, app-based driving tour covers the city’s most iconic attractions—from the Painted Ladies of Steiner Street to the Golden Gate Bridge. Follow a live GPS map down a curated route. Park and explore wherever you wish. Email, phone, and chat support are available if needed.

An app-based self-guided driving tour of San Francisco
Get a comprehensive introduction to the city’s most unique attractions
Get lifetime access to the tour, which also works offline
One purchase for each vehicle: only pay once per group

What's Included

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone

Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1700 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

6/9/2020 - 6/1/2025
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM

End point

Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Brg, California, USA

What To Expect

Painted Ladies

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Union Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Francisco City Hall

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lombard Street

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Telegraph Hill

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Coit Tower

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

International Hotel

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Transamerica Pyramid

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Magical Ice Cream

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Cable Car Hotel

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dragon's Gate

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Embarcadero

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ferry Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Union Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman’s Wharf

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Crissy Field

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Uber Headquarters

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Golden Gate View Point

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.

Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It's perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Cool tour

Sue_S, May 2024

Cool concept. Cheaper than a hop on hop Off bus. Wished it suggested best times. We got stuck in a lot of rush hour traffic. Would like more specific directions esp if you are in a new city

Response from Host, May 2024

I’m glad you enjoyed my San Francisco Tour, Sue! Check out my Tour of California Self-Guided Driving Bundle to keep exploring. It’s packed with diverse locations from Joshua Tree to San Francisco, each offering unique experiences to enjoy at your own pace.

Good tour, excellent audio, great concept, sometimes hard to get to right place

Margaret_S, Aug 2022

It was a rocky start to the tour as it assumed we had approached the starting point from the opposite direction. It wasn’t always clear how to find the next stop as we were wanting to do it all in order. The audio that did play when we were in the right place was excellent.

Response from Host, Aug 2022

Thanks so much Margaret! I'm thrilled that my tour of San Francisco city added to your learning and that you enjoyed it. I’ll look into those oddities and fix them for future travelers. In addition, I have 100 other tours in the USA. Please check them out on your next vacation. Also, just to remind you that the tour you bought is yours for a lifetime. So, you can listen to it at home or on your next visit also.