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Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)

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Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)
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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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 either of the two departure points or taking the Sausalito ferry back to San Francisco (Pier 41).
  • 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

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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)
60' Stop in Sausalito
Return Ferry to San Francisco from Sausalito (if tour option is purchased)
4h Bike Rental in San Francisco (if tour option is purchased)
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 478 Post St , 478 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
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    / Gray Line Union Square Departure Location downtown / Check "Before you Go" section for exact departure times if you chose to depart from this location

  • 2805 Leavenworth St , 2805 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
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    / Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location (meet us at 2805 Leavenworth St. in front of the blue canopy) / Check "Before you Go" section for exact departure times if you chose to depart from this location

    • This activity will end right where it started.
    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 either of the two departure points or choose the option of taking the Sausalito ferry back to San Francisco (Pier 41).
    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. The 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 a part of the hiking experience. We offer the maximum time allowed at Muir Woods for any tour operator (90'). We would love to offer more time at this beautiful National Park, but every tour operator has a limited parking time at the Park to allow access to all visitors.
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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. We will stop for 60 minutes. If you plan to extend your stay in Sausalito for more than one hour, we recommend booking the tour option "return by Ferry" so you can decide when to come back to San Francisco at your own pace. The Ferry docks at Pier 41, in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf. If you book any of the Return by Bus options, you will be driven back to San Francisco and dropped off at the same locations you've been picked up: 478 Post. St or 2800 Leavenworth.
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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 within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • We offer options to return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito. Each one has different prices, make sure you purchase the option you want. If you plan to stay longer than 60 minutes in Sausalito, we encourage customers to purchase any of our options that include "Ferry return from Sausalito"
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
    • OPERATED BY Gray Line San Francisco
    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.
    • 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.

    Learn more about cancellations.

    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 (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)?
    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 (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito).
    Q:
    What is the policy on sanitization during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)?
    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 (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito).
    Q:
    What is the social distancing policy during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)?
    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 (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito).
    Q:
    What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Muir Woods & Sausalito Half-Day Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito)?
    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 (Return by Bus or Ferry from Sausalito).

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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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    star-5
    Can't miss this!
    John_B
    , May 2022
    Absolutely excellent. Would certainly go again. Very knowledgeable bus driver. Really beautiful! Sausalito was a little boring, but if you're into shopping, I'm sure it would be great.
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    star-5
    Well worth the time and money.
    Kirby_S
    , May 2022
    Redwoods were impressive and our tour guide provided a wealth of information. Our lunch in Sausalito was superb.
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    star-5
    Amazing trip
    Corey_F
    , May 2022
    Excellent, fun and make sure you take the ferry back to spend time in Sausalito. My wife and I really enjoyed the trip and Grayline is a first class operator.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Corey_F Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely review on our Muir Woods and Sausalito HD tour. I agree! the return by ferry is a great option so you can handle your time in Sausalito. All the best, Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Enjoyed…
    Kelly_D
    , May 2022
    Enjoyed our experience. Our Guide was informative and entertaining. Bus was clean and kept cool while we were out exploring. Muir Woods was beautiful. Trees were magnificent. The flora & fauna were spectacular. The water flowing down the creek was soothing. Gift shop has a wide variety of choices for purchase.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hi Kelly_D First of all, thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. I'm glad to hear that our guide and driver were great and helped you have a good trip. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Excellent tour!! Highly...
    Kelly_V
    , May 2022
    Excellent tour!! Highly recommend..made the whole experience amazing! So easy to book the tour and the tour guide made it even more fun by providing extra details and information during the trip,
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Appreciate your review and support, Kelly_V! The Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour is one of our best-rated tours, and we're proud to have the opportunity to work with such a great selection of local wineries. All of them contribute to creating a unique experience! Please refer us to your family and friends. Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-4
    Wonderful trip to the woods
    Danny_C
    , May 2022
    The bus ride was comfortable. The driver was knowledgeable. He kept our interest. John Muir woods was amazing.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Danny Thanks for your taking the time to share your experience. We're happy to see that you liked our tour and tour guide. Hope to welcome you back soon Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    1 traveler found this review helpful
    star-5
    Half day trip from SF
    Maria_C
    , May 2022
    Beautiful day at Muir Woods, enough time to take in the tranquility and beauty of this woods. Sausalito is a short stop, to grab something to eat or just walk around and enjoy the bay view. Returned by ferry was amazing, full view of Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Maria_C I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being so open with us. The ferry back to San Francisco is a plus. We hope you'll come and see us again soon! Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Amazing/fun tour
    Jerome_L
    , May 2022
    The tour started with a fun informational tour through San Fran on the way to Muir Woods and our guide (Michelle) was fantastic. The walk through the Muir Woods park was peaceful, beautiful, and little to no bugs.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hi Jerome_L Thanks for your taking the time to share your experience. We're happy to see that you liked our tour and our tour guide Michele. All the best, Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-4
    Good trip. Good tour...
    Sidhartha_P
    , May 2022
    Good trip. Good tour guide. Wish there was water bottles available on board. Recommended. Probably use again.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Sidhartha_P I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being so open with us. We hope you'll come and see us again soon! Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Fog-no worries. The sun will come out!
    Carol_J
    , May 2022
    Play close attention when driver is giving directions thru Muir Woods and where the bathroom is located in Sausalito.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Carol_J Thank you for posting your opinion on our tour. I am incredibly delighted to see you had such a great experience with us Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-4
    Great...and terrifying
    Vicki_G
    , May 2022
    It's been a bucket list item for a long time. The trees did not disappoint. I really dislike your 75 character minimum. Stuff that.
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    star-5
    Muir woods and Sausalito Half Day
    Brenda_M
    , May 2022
    Our bus driver Joe was very informative and friendly. Got a nice surprise as he stopped at Vista Point for a quick photo shoot. Highly recommend the tour
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Brenda_M I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being so open with us. Thanks for your kind comments about Joe. We hope you'll come and see us again soon! Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Highly recommend!
    Ramiro_Z
    , May 2022
    It was an absolutely great tour. The views at Muir Woods were amazing. To be around something so tall and so old is such an experience. Highly recommended.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Ramiro_Z Thank you for sharing your experience! I am truly glad to learn you enjoyed your experience on board our Muir Woods and Sausalito tour. I can´t thank you enough for recommending us to future travelers! Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Must do trip
    Julie_H
    , May 2022
    Joseph our guide and jack our driver were very courteous coach was very clean . Joseph was very knowledgable
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hi Julie Thanks for your lovely comments about our guide Joseph and our driver Jack. Hope yo welcome you again soon. Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-3
    A trip that can be done independently!!
    Sharon_B
    , May 2022
    good and informative guide but on the whole i was left with the feeling that we could have done the trip on our own since most of the time we were on our own anyway.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Sharon B Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us. Our tour offers much more than a ride to Muir Woods. If you take our tour, instead of going by an Uber (there is practically no phone signal inside the park), you have a tour guide who shares the history and information about each place; our professional drivers are trained and used to go through the narrow and curvy road to Muir Woods. You also pass through the Marina district in San Francisco with a photo stop on the Golden Gate Bridge and visit the charming Sausalito. Inside the Park, tour guides are not allowed to guide, so we suggest the best places to walk through and wait to take you to Sausalito. We also offer the return by ferry from Sausalito, where you get close to Alcatraz and have stunning views of San Francisco Hope to welcome you back again Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-3
    It was ok.
    Jeff_E
    , May 2022
    The trip was fine, nothing spectacular. The woods were nice to walk through, but unless you do a really long hike it doesn't take long, which you get 90 minutes but you only need 50-60. Sausalito was not worth it. A lot of places still out of business, many typical tourist trap shops, or Baby Boomer women fashion.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hi Jeff_E Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us. Muir Woods Park is a peaceful and lovely place to walk around. We offer 90 minutes there (the maximum time permitted for buses there), so you can walk up to Bridge 4, and those who want to hike a bit more can come back through the upper grove trail. Sausalito is a charming town to walk around. I always suggest returning by ferry, so you can also have fantastic views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Thanks again. Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Awesome Muir Woods
    Werner_K
    , May 2022
    Amazing place to visit. The transportation was on time and comfortable new bus. The driver had a good knowledge of the whole journey and offered information from the start to the end. I would have loved more time in the Muir woods. I had the bike session following the return to the city with the bus driver dropped me in front of the bike shop. The bike shop had no booking for me, but they gave me a bike to get going. On the return of the bike, I was told that they had no booking for me. Anyway, the guy did not charge me for the bike in the end.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hi Werner_K Thank you for posting your opinion on our tour. I am incredibly delighted to see you had such a great experience with us Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-4
    Muir Woods is absolutely...
    Tushar_G
    , May 2022
    Muir Woods is absolutely stunning. However, some tips on what to explore in Sausalito would have been great.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Tushar_G I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and being so open with us. We hope you'll come and see us again soon! Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Majestic redwoods tour muir woods
    trevor_d
    , May 2022
    The beautiful redwoods are Amazing to see. The tour guide was so informative and made the whole experience really fun and enjoyable.
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello trevor_d Thanks for your lovely comments about our tour and the guide's performance. Hope to welcome you back again soon. Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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    star-5
    Great tour!
    Justin_T
    , May 2022
    Driver / Guide was excellent. Knew a lot about every turn and made the entire ride memorable. Bus was clean, parks were beautiful!
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    icon Response from Host , May 2022
    Hello Justin I'm glad to hear that our guide / driver was great and helped you have a good trip. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Ignacio Gray Line San Francisco
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