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Big Bus: San Francisco Holiday Lights Tour

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San Francisco holiday lights tour with Big Bus passing illuminated Christmas decorations.

See San Francisco decked out in holiday lights on this 90-minute open-top bus tour with a live English-speaking guide.

Highlights

  • Soak up the dazzling sight of San Francisco in all its festive glory from the open-top upper deck of this non-stop bus tour.

  • Enjoy commentary from your English-speaking guide as the tour takes you through neighborhoods adorned with lights.

  • Treat yourself to a complimentary hot chocolate at Ghirardelli Square as you bask in the cheerful spirit of the season.

  • Marvel at the breathtaking displays of the ILLUMINATE SF™ Festival of Light.

Inclusions

  • 90-minute non-stop San Francisco holiday lights bus tour

  • English-speaking live guide

  • Complimentary hot chocolate at Ghirardelli Square

Exclusions

  • Hop-on hop-off service

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

San Francisco holiday lights bus tour

Immerse yourself in San Francisco’s holiday cheer on this open-top double-decker holiday lights bus tour. Departing from Union Square South, your journey will take you through the city’s neighborhoods, decked out in twinkling lights and dazzling decorations.

Schedule

  • Departure: 6:30pm from stop #5 (Union Square South, 280 Geary St, opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)

  • Frequency: Once every evening

  • Duration: 90 mins

What’s not allowed

  • Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • Your ADA service animals are welcome on the bus.

Additional information

  • Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the boarding point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Boarding point

  • Board your bus at Stop #5 Union Square South.

  • Address: 280 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94108.

  • Landmark: Opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps.

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