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Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)
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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icon5 hours  (Approx.)
Pickup from select hotels
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iconOffered in: English
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Overview

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 Union Square in San Francisco or taking the Sausalito ferry back to San Francisco.
  • 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

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

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 with Wi-Fi and restroom
Return Ferry to San Francisco from Sausalito (if option is selected)
Admission ticket to Muir Woods National Monument
4h Bike Rental (if option selected)
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

1: 478 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
2: 2800 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Traveler pickup is offered
Please contact us 48 hours prior to tour departure, to confirm pick up location and pick up time.

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
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 Union Square in San Francisco or choose the option of taking the ferry back to San Francisco from Sausalito.
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. 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 apart of the hiking experience.
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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. Extend your stay in Sausalito and return by ferry to San Francisco at your leisure. Ferry cost is not included unless selected during booking. The Ferry docks at Pier 41, in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf.
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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 at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible. However, passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the bus on their own and if the wheelchair is foldable.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Please note that Departure times can vary from day to day depending on our parking assignments.
  • For all riders’ safety, Unlimited Biking do not recomend any riders who are 300 pounds and over as this exceeds the weight limit the manufacturer has advised for the bike’s build. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we do prioritize your safety during the ride.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Gray Line San Francisco

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • 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.

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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 and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)?
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 and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket).
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)?
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 and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket).
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)?
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 and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket).
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)?
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 and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket).
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket)?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour (Optional Sausalito Ferry Ticket).

Traveler Tips

  • "If you do, be sure to check the ferry schedule and plan your day accordingly as the ferries do not run that often." See review
  • "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

Reviews

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A peaceful interlude in a busy schedulel
Evelyn_B
, May 2020
We enjoyed our walk in the woods - we found the track to be well-laid out and not at all crowded. (This could have been because people were already becoming concerned about COVID-19.) We had ample time to complete the suggested walking track at a very leisurely pace and we found it to be very peaceful. Our transport was comfortable and kept to the stated departure time. We elected to stay in Sausalito and catch the ferry back to San Francisco. At this point, we were unsure how to use our voucher and there was no one to ask. It all ended well, but perhaps clearer instructions could have been given.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2020
Usually at this time of year, Muir Woods is very crowded. The path ways are very well placed and even during a normal peak season allow travelers to view the splendor of the National Monument. Thank you for your review and we apologize for the confusion surrounding the Ferry. This review helps us better our customers experience.
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Under the Spell of Muir Woods
Darlene_F
, Mar 2020
The driver was informative and gave a fun and interesting running monologue to and from Muir woods. The hiking portion I wish was longer, Muir woods has a way of captivating you the moment you pull into the parking lot. The drive up the winding roads to Muir woods is not for the faint of heart, but if you have the stomach for it the scenery will take your breath away.
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Good value
IrmaCMD
, Mar 2020
A good tour tho the bus driver/guide could have been a little more lively. I figure it’s not a possibility, but had the bus stopped at the Golden Gate Bridge to let us take a photo, that would have been a nice bonus. The time in the woods was plenty and the ferry back from Sausalito gave us plenty of photo opportunities.
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Don’t Miss Experience
Christine_V
, Mar 2020
Highly recommend this tour - our guide was funny and super informative. Loved her storytelling ability to engage us while on the bus. Muir Woods, and the road to, was beautiful-and while I would have loved to explore longer, it was the right amount of time for this tour.
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Thouroughly Enjoyed
Michael_R
, Mar 2020
Muir woods was an excellent trip. Absolutely gorgeous and peaceful to walk amongst these massive and spectacular creations of nature. I wish we had more time to sit and enjoy their beauty. The bus ride and our tour guide (Tiana) were excellent very informative and comical. She made us laugh but yet also provided great information and history about what we were seeing while driving through the city. We took the later tour which worked for us this trip but I would take the earlier tour if you want to spend more time in Sausalito and then catch the 2:55 (weekend schedule) Ferry back to San Francisco as it makes two stops before landing by pier 39. Kind of giving you a mini bay cruise.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience. This really helps us with maintaining the quality of the tour as well as customer service. Tyanna is and amazing person and is a complete professional! Your favorable review is much appreciated!
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Beautiful Redwoods
Melissa_P
, Mar 2020
Tour guide Josh was great very informative beautiful ride along the way worth seeing only wish other people respected the time of others had to wait 25 minutes on the bus when we left because 1 person did not get back on time cut our 2nd stop of the trip short. still worth it
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Majestic
Heather_B
, Mar 2020
The park was majestic! It was so beautiful. The walk through the park was one of the best experiences ever.
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Beautiful woods
Angela_A
, Mar 2020
I enjoyed this experience for the most part. They get you to Muir Woods and Sausalito then back. I just wish the driver didn’t talk so much the entire time.. literally not one minute of silence elapsed. I had a headache by the time we got to the woods which made it harder to do the bridge 4 hike but we still did it. Also I wish we had 30 more minutes for Sausalito. We had time to get lunch and quickly look in one store before rushing to use the restroom then get back on the bus with a minute to spare
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Great tour
OleJakob_H
, Feb 2020
Our guide was funny, informatuve and his knowledge was amazing. Grest tour and well worth the time and money.
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Muir Woods tour
Phil_M
, Feb 2020
Good to go early in the day to enjoy the quiet and peace of the trees. Guide provided good comentary on the way over and back to Sausalito.
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