Planning out a weekend in San Francisco itinerary? Check out this detailed local’s guide on what to do in San Francisco in 2 days! San Francisco is an incredibly fun weekend destination, and locals from the surrounding Bay Area counties often find their way into the...
No trip to San Francisco would be complete without a visit to Napa Valley to experience the world-renowned wine, food, culture, and landscape. Keep reading to learn about how and when to go to Wine Country! For visitors to San Francisco, a north-bound day trip up to...
Yosemite National Park is one of California’s treasures. Its majestic waterfalls, giant trees and iconic mountains make it worth the journey from San Francisco. Let us help you plan the perfect Yosemite day trip! There are many sights, hiking trails and photo...
Need help planning your visit to San Francisco? We’ve done the work for you with this list featuring the best places to eat, things to do, and our recommendations for how to make the most of each of your 5 days in San Francisco! Spanning just 7×7 square miles,...
Whether you are looking for a crazy night out on the town or a chill bonding experience, we’ve got all the best ideas for a San Francisco bachelorette party or bachelor party! San Francisco is a top destination for brides and grooms to celebrate with friends before...
Planning a company trip, retreat or team building day? These ideas for corporate events in San Francisco will be fun, productive and memorable! Whether your company is based in the Bay Area or somewhere else in the country, San Francisco is full of activities that are...
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway in the city or a short trip mid-week, we’ve got the best ideas to help you make the most of two days in San Francisco. Keep reading to learn about our top picks for popular sights and local favorites! San Francisco is one of...
It wouldn’t be a visit to the Bay Area without a day trip to Napa Valley to experience the wine, food, culture, and landscape. Plan your visit with one of these unforgettable Napa Valley wine tours! Most people who travel to San Francisco want to visit the famous Napa...
Planning a trip to San Francisco? Check out our list of the best San Francisco tours that all come highly recommended and offer the most unique and fun ways to see San Francisco in a day! There are over 300 different companies offering various selections of San...
There are multiple ways to get from San Francisco to Muir Woods – with or without a car. We go through the best and worst ways to get to these famous redwoods near San Francisco. Even though Muir Woods National Monument isn’t IN San Francisco, it’s a...
Searching for the best Muir Woods tours? We’ve got you covered! Check out our favorite tour options for the perfect Muir Woods day trip to the redwoods from San Francisco. Located in Mill Valley, just a few miles north of San Francisco, Muir Woods National Monument is...
Planning to visit Muir Woods but feel confused about the parking system? Your visit to the redwoods will be smooth if you follow this simple guide to Muir Woods parking! A trip to Muir Woods National Monument is at the top of the list of things to do for many visitors...
There are numerous ways to get to Napa from San Francisco, depending on your budget and how much time you have. These are our picks! The Napa Valley brings to mind images of rolling vineyards, sunny days, and beautiful scenery. If you’re a wine enthusiast, or even if...
Enjoy your time in San Francisco on our electric bike Golden Gate Bridge tour. Explore San Francisco’s famous hills and landmarks as you’re guided through the streets by Dylan’s Tours. Have you ever wanted to bike across the Golden Gate Bridge? We...
Having 4 days in San Francisco guarantees you’ll be able to see (and taste) the best of San Francisco. These are our tips for exploring as much of San Francisco as possible in just a few short days. After you’ve decided if you’d rather stay at one of the best hotels...
Our picks for the 8 best Alcatraz Tours in San Francisco, so you can enjoy the most popular sight in the city and spend less time planning. Alcatraz is arguably one of the most famous landmarks in or around San Francisco. Getting to the infamous former prison can be...
A day trip from San Francisco to Carmel takes you on two of California’s most scenic roads. First, you’ll cruise down the coast on the Pacific Coast Highway, and then take 17 Mile Drive that leads to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Take a look at our favorite Carmel tours...
Plan an escape from San Francisco with a day trip to Monterey. Head south for a couple hours on California’s most scenic highway that connects San Francisco to Monterey. The Pacific Coast Highway (aka the PCH) is California’s Highway 1. This road hugs the California...
San Francisco is a city known for its rolling hills and iconic architecture. One of the best ways of seeing this unique skyline is from the middle of the Bay on a San Francisco boat tour. Travelers heading to the infamous prison island in San Francisco make the...
There are a few key differences between the Alcatraz Night Tour and the Alcatraz Day Tour, read more below to find out which one is more your style! In 1962, three men left behind dummy heads in their bunks and used makeshift rafts made from old raincoats to make...
These are the changes coming to Muir Woods that you need to know about, most notably, the fact that Muir Woods Reservations are now required with a visit to the park. Big changes are under way for one of the most popular National Monuments in America — Muir...
Learn how to get to Alcatraz from Union Square, Fisherman’s Wharf & BART. Or choose a popular Alcatraz tour for transportation to your ferry. Alcatraz Island is a lone sandstone rock in the middle of the San Francisco Bay. There’s only one way to...
Plan a day trip to see some of the tallest trees in the world! These are our top picks for the best redwoods near San Francisco that you need to visit. Coastal sequoias, more commonly known as redwood trees, are synonymous with California. The unofficial mascot for...
The 4 hour drive from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park is one of the most scenic in the country, with winding mountain roads that are lined with ancient redwoods. Check out some of our favorite ways of visiting Yosemite! Getting from San Francisco to Yosemite...
Once Alcatraz sells out, finding Alcatraz tours last minute tickets can feel like an impossible task. Here is our local guide to finding sold out official Alcatraz tours tickets. Every year travelers to San Francisco are shocked to find out tickets to Alcatraz can...
Wine Country is just a bit too far from San Francisco for taxis or ride-shares. Luckily, Napa Valley & Sonoma Valley are the perfect distance for a day trip with wine tours from San Francisco. Wine Country in Northern California is about two hours north of San...
Moscone Center has reopened for San Francisco Conventions. Here’s what to know about the Moscone Center Expansion and how to have fun in the neighborhood at a San Francisco convention. Погледајте ову објаву у апликацији Instagram View from the corner of...
Taking a Yosemite tour from San Francisco is a great option if you have the time! Check out our favorite tours to this magnificent national park. Yosemite National Park is known for its glacier-cut rock formations and breathtaking waterfalls. With national landmarks...
In a city known for being bike-friendly, it should come as no surprise that San Francisco Segway tours and rentals have become some of the most popular methods of exploring the city! You won’t have any trouble finding a segway rental in San Francisco. When our most...
San Francisco walking tours are a great way of getting a closer look at unique neighborhoods. Let’s take a look at the different types of walking tours in San Francisco and what you should bring on them. Bike tours and bus tours of San Francisco are great ways of...
With everything from beer tasting to biking, team building in San Francisco has never been more fun. Or easier — with the help of locals from Dylan’s Tours. Escape rooms and trying to solve a scavenger hunt in San Francisco have been popular team building experiences...
VW bus tours can help you explore San Francisco, discover the best breweries, and guide you through Wine Country. Here’s a guide to our favorites! During the Summer of Love in 1967, all across the globe televisions were filled with images of wildly dressed (or...
Find out what to bring and where to go with your bike rental in San Francisco! HOW TO FIND THE BEST BIKE RENTAL IN SAN FRANCISCO Are you an originalist that wants to tackle the mighty hills with a regular hybrid bike rental in San Francisco? Or do you want to explore...
What you need to know about hiking in San Francisco – including the best trails, what to pack, and tips for your next hike! “Of all of the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” -John Muir San Francisco is often synonymous with picturesque...
Bike tours in San Francisco put a new twist on the way you bike the Golden Gate Bridge. Discreet electric batteries are the secret to San Francisco bike tours! When it comes to bike tours in San Francisco, there are generally two types to choose from. First, you have...
Planning a last minute Bay Area getaway? As 100% locals, Dylan’s Tours wants to help you discover what to do in San Francisco in 3 days! Believe us when we say that last minute getaways to San Francisco are fun. This city is only 7×7 square miles (that’s 121 square...
Traveling to San Francisco with toddlers in tow? We’ve got you covered! Our family activity go-tos in the Bay Area will make your next family vacation an absolute no-brainer. It’s time to stop asking yourself if there are things to do in San Francisco with a toddler,...
First popularized in Southeast Asia, Tuk Tuk tours are now seen in cities all across the globe. Here are the best. What is a Tuk Tuk? Tuk Tuks are kind of like a super charged rickshaw that holds two people. The engines on the first Tuk Tuks sputtered so much these...
Thanksgiving dinner in San Francisco has never been easier with so many San Francisco Thanksgiving events open this year! Enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner Bay Area style: dinner cruises and restaurants perched on cliffs overlooking the Pacific. You won’t find any Oakland...
San Francisco hop on hop off tours offer a unique way of exploring the city. Check out who we think offers the best city tour San Francisco. Our guide to the Best San Francisco Tours have one thing in common. None of them are San Francisco hop on hop off tours. But...
Drink your way through the best San Francisco breweries and Bay Area beer halls with these locals favorites. San Francisco has been on the international beer scene ever since Anchor Steam first started rooftop brewing shortly after the Gold Rush. While Anchor Steam...
24 hours in San Francisco is just enough time to discover the city, Muir Woods and even Alcatraz — with the right San Francisco itinerary. How to Spend 24 hours in San Francisco In the past, we published a guide comparing the Best San Francisco Tours filled with great...
The North Beach district in San Francisco is home to some of the oldest Italian restaurants in the country and the best pizza places in the States. Check out this list of the top 7 restaurants you need to try! After running 100% local San Francisco tours and bike...
Wondering how to get to Muir Woods without a car? Keep reading to discover our favorite way to get to the redwoods from San Francisco! Muir Woods National Monument covers a vast amount of land. However, because of the steep winding roads and poor cell reception,...
Planning on visiting Muir Woods this year? Whether you’re getting to the park by tour, shuttle, or car—here’s everything you need to know before your trip to the forest. If you head north across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods, you’ll find the best...
6 of the best San Francisco photo spots. Find the best spots for your Instagram feed as you bike around the city. Of all the fun things to do in San Francisco, cruising through the city on a bike has got to be one of the most fun. Discovering San Francisco by bike...
Best BBQ in San Francisco. Take a break from exploring the Bay Are and enjoy some of the best BBQ restaurants in San Francisco. By Leila N’Amara San Francisco has spent the past two decades earning a reputation as a global food destination. You can find just...
Discover 5 of the best breweries in San Francisco. You need to visit these local hubs the next time you are in the Bay Area! By Leila N’Amara San Francisco is a global player in the beer scene. Thrillist ranks San Francisco amongst the top ten beer cities in...
The Bay Area has fun activities for the whole family. On your next family adventure, explore penny arcades, carnival-themed restaurants, and these other fun things to do in San Francisco with kids. San Francisco is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the...
With how fast Alcatraz ferry tickets sell out, you might wonder if it’s worth it to book months ahead of time for the Alcatraz Ferry or to go on one of the many combo Alcatraz Island Tours instead. Let us help you choose the right option! One of the most common...
Big Bus SF’s Classic Ticket vs. Dylan’s Famous Tour, which one of these San Francisco bus tours is really the best? Choosing the right San Francisco bus tour can be challenging. Especially when there are hundreds of SF bus tours to choose from. You can choose from a...
What you need to know before Visiting Alcatraz – the most popular tourist attraction in San Francisco Coming across Alcatraz tickets is not an easy task during the summer and fall months. Even the best Alcatraz tours will sell out fast during the busy season!...
Here at Dylan’s Tours, we offer a variety of great ways to explore San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area, but our mini-bus tour of the city, Sausalito, and Muir Woods is our most popular tour package. This is called Dylan’s Famous Tour, and it’s considered by...
Rental one of our bikes and venture of on a DIY Tour/Picnic at the Ferry Building San Francisco. Exploring San Francisco by bike is one of the best ways of discovering the city like a local. Even though all of our tour guides are locals and can lead you around the...
Unlock the famous streets in San Francisco on Dylan’s Tours’ new tuk tuk tour. Dylan’s Tours recently added electric tuk tuks to its fleet of tour vehicles, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring something new to our beloved San Francisco. Unless...
Experience the Bay Area like a local on this customizable San Francisco Chinatown tour. Explore Chinatown’s food scene at your own pace. No trip to the Bay Area would be complete without a San Francisco Chinatown tour. As much as we love exploring Chinatown, our...
Planning a trip to Muir Woods? Here’s a list of some of the most common Muir Woods wildlife that you might see while exploring the park! Have you really experienced the San Francisco Bay Area if you haven’t explored the ancient grove of coastal redwoods at...
10 inspirational John Muir quotes to think on as you explore the California Redwoods on a Muir Woods tour! North of the Golden Gate Bridge is a grove of nearly two-thousand-year-old redwoods hidden in a valley of Mount Tamalpais, a forest that has been home to coastal...
Learn everything you need to know about Muir Woods. How much is Muir Woods Parking? Can you bring food into Muir Woods? We’ll answer all of your questions in this Muir Woods FAQ! Being rated the best Outdoor Activity in San Francisco on TripAdvisor means we at...
Hike the most popular Muir Woods trail on your next trip to this enchanting forest. About 30 minutes north of San Francisco, lives some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world. These nearly two-thousand-year-old coastal redwoods make up the forest at Muir Woods...
Enjoy the best Sausalito ice cream. Discover three of the best dessert places in this charming seaside town. By Leila N’Amara A mile north of San Francisco and across the Golden Gate Bridge is the beautiful seaside town of Sausalito. Even though Sausalito is...
Even though our San Francisco tours run rain or shine, we know that not everyone is up for a Muir Woods tour when it’s raining out. But even if it’s wet out, there are still ways TASTE THE MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM Okay, so maybe ice cream isn’t the most...
Best spots for a quick lunch in Sausalito. Enjoy a meal at any of these delicious restaurants as you take a break from exploring the Bay Area. Located just a mile downhill from the Golden Gate Bridge is the quiet, charming town of Sausalito. This seaside town has...
Explore the city with Seattle Bicycle Tours. Learn why this tour company offers the best Seattle Tours in Washington State. After running tours for over ten years, Dylan’s Tours has been rated #1 on TripAdvisor’s list of Outdoor Activities in San...
Need some inspiration on fun things to do in San Francisco? Check out Musée Mécanique, the famous Fisherman’s Wharf arcade. By Leila N’Amara Usually, here at Dylan’s Tours, we stick to guiding tourist through the streets of San Francisco via minibus...
Quick, you have until Karl the Fog returns to take advantage of these seven best parks in San Francisco! Hop onto one of our e-bikes and explore. By Leila N’Amara San Francisco might be a thriving city, but it is also home to many beautiful public parks. There...
Did you know that San Francisco has cold, foggy weather during the summer? Don’t let it stop you from exploring The Bay Area. Survive Fogust in real San Francisco style. By Leila N’Amara San Francisco’s weather can be a little different than the rest...
By Leila N’Amara Choose your own adventure on San Francisco’s ONLY tour that let’s you bike the Golden Gate and catch a private shuttle to Muir Woods! Ditch the tour guide and hop on one of our seven speed bikes (or an electric bike if you want to...
Enjoy a delicious meal from any of these 10 classic restaurants near Washington Square San Francisco. Washington Square San Francisco is one of the cities gorgeous parks located in the neighborhood known as North Beach commonly referred to as San Francisco’s...
Haight-Ashbury Things to do: 9 Summer of Love hangouts to visit. Take a step back in time to the era of love as you explore the hippie places in San Francisco. The iconic Haight-Ashbury is located between a big hill and a big park, and there’s so much history to...
Where to find the best Fisherman’s Wharf breakfast. Start your perfect day in San Francisco with a delicious breakfast at one of these favorite local restaurants. If you’re discovering San Francisco with one of our local guides on the Famous Tour,...
Sing-a-long at the Castro Theatre View this post on Instagram A post shared by Russell Darling (@russelldarling) on Dec 17, 2016 at 12:27pm PST Keep warm this winter by catching a sing-a-long at our historic Castro Theatre! Built in 1922 by Timothy Pflueger who later...
San Francisco is a city of transplants. Which means one thing during December — the entire city is a little less crowded as everyone goes back home for the holidays! Take advantage of the (relatively) quiet streets of San Francisco this holiday season and enjoy...
Minibus, electric bike, and tuk-tuk tours to see the most iconic sites of San Francisco in One Day
