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Golden Gate Bridge: Coastal Cycling Adventure
4.5
756 Ratings
San Francisco
Embark on an unforgettable coastal journey with our Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour. Explore the stunning topography, spot sea lions and dolphins, and visit military forts along the way.
Embark on an unforgettable coastal journey with our Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour. Explore the stunning topography, spot sea lions and dolphins, and visit military forts along the way.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Fisherman’s Wharf - The bike tour begins at 2661 Taylor Street, near the cable car turnaround at Bay Street, and follows an exciting citywide loop through about a dozen neighborhoods and districts, all on flat paths that circle the SF hills. No need to worry about getting tired, as you’ll be riding an electric bike!
- Fort Mason Center -…
- Fisherman’s Wharf - The bike tour begins at 2661 Taylor Street, near the cable car turnaround at Bay Street, and follows an exciting citywide loop through about a dozen neighborhoods and districts, all on flat paths that circle the SF hills. No need to worry about getting tired, as you’ll be riding an electric bike!
- Fort Mason Center - Explore the historic Fort Mason, a former military fort now transformed into a vibrant recreation center hosting local artistic events, fairs, and gourmet street food gatherings.
- Aquatic Park - Just a short distance from Fisherman’s Wharf, Aquatic Park offers stunning views of the San Francisco waterfront. Enjoy the iconic sights of Ghirardelli Square, the Hyde Street piers, and the Russian Hill neighborhood.
- Golden Gate Promenade - Ride past the yachts and take in the breathtaking landscapes and views of the Golden Gate Bridge that Crissy Field provides.
- Palace of Fine Arts Theatre - Marvel at the majestic Palace of Fine Arts, originally constructed in 1915 for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition. This beautifully restored structure now hosts concerts and events.
- Crissy Field - Cycle alongside San Francisco’s many piers and Crissy Field, with its spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Experience the lovely wetlands as you ride along the Golden Gate Promenade.
- The Wave Organ - Enjoy the ocean’s melodies as you pass by Crissy Field.
- Warming Hut at the Presidio - Take a moment to enjoy a coffee or a quick restroom break.
- Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center - The final stop for photos and restrooms before crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge!
- Golden Gate Bridge - Cycle across the magnificent span of the Golden Gate Bridge!
- Vista Point - Capture stunning photos of the bridge and the city of San Francisco after crossing the 2-mile Golden Gate Bridge!
- Sausalito Boardwalk - The tour, lasting up to 3 hours, concludes in downtown Sausalito. Participants can enjoy lunch, explore art galleries, crystal shops, restaurants, and wine shops. When ready, board the ferry with your bike to return to San Francisco (ferry ticket sold separately).
What's Included
- High-quality bike rental for the day
- Helmet, lock, and map included
- 3-hour guided bike tour with a local expert
- Insights on San Francisco landmarks
- High-quality bike rental for the day
- Helmet, lock, and map included
- 3-hour guided bike tour with a local expert
- Insights on San Francisco landmarks
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks (available for purchase along the way or in Sausalito)
- Gratuities for the guide (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Ferry tickets from Sausalito (Folks may return to San Francisco by riding back)
- Taxi ride back to San Francisco
- Upgrade to an electric bike for an easier ride
- Food and drinks (available for purchase along the way or in Sausalito)
- Gratuities for the guide (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Ferry tickets from Sausalito (Folks may return to San Francisco by riding back)
- Taxi ride back to San Francisco
- Upgrade to an electric bike for an easier ride
Additional Information
Beginning at one of the last authentic Fisherman’s Wharfs in America, participants will embark on a coastal adventure to observe sea lions, dolphins, military forts, and more. As they pedal across The Golden Gate Bridge, they can enjoy the distinctive landscapes and skylines that connect one waterfront to another. After crossing the iconic…
Beginning at one of the last authentic Fisherman’s Wharfs in America, participants will embark on a coastal adventure to observe sea lions, dolphins, military forts, and more. As they pedal across The Golden Gate Bridge, they can enjoy the distinctive landscapes and skylines that connect one waterfront to another. After crossing the iconic “International Orange” Golden Gate Bridge, riders will glide downhill into the sunny town of Sausalito, where the tour concludes. Visitors can explore Sausalito at their leisure. After the tour, individuals have the option to return to San Francisco by cycling back at their own pace. Alternatively, they can take a ferry back to the city (ferry ticket not included). During peak season, there is an option to leave the bike in Sausalito for an additional fee.
- Confirmation for this tour will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Credit card with ID (one per party) is required to be on file for a security deposit
Location
2661 Taylor St
Taylor Street
Departure Point: Tour departs from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center at 2661 Taylor Street.
All guests must arrive at least 45 minutes before tour departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(756 Ratings)
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Williamsdeanne
Jan 26, 2026
Don’t miss it!! - Marcus was AMAZING!!! He was very knowledgeable, shared personal stories and pointed out his favorite houses. We popped in before our tour and he showed us a great breakfast spot and recommended places for lunch in Sausalito. He won’t steer you wrong!! Ten out of ten.
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Onair522237
Jan 13, 2026
A great experience!! - Oh, great. A great walk! The views are amazing. Unmissable experience. The guide was very friendly and professional. Super recommended.,
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Sidna_u
Jan 12, 2026
Best Day in San Fran - We were in San Francisco for four days and this was our favorite day! Our tour guide was fantastic! The views were amazing! And the ride over the Golden Gate Bridge was something I’ll never forget!
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Gill
Dec 2, 2025
Enjoyable bike trip - All the people who we encountered working in the store were informative, friendly and helpful.
The guide was extremely knowledgeable and the ride was paced appropriately, stopping along the way to take photos and to wait for all to bike together. We had plenty of time once we had crossed the bridge to spend exploring and caught ferry back at 2.45. A very enjoyable trip
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Karen
Nov 26, 2025
Great family tour of the city. - The booking process was easy. We arrived early and got fitted for our helmets and bikes. We ended up having a private tour with Adam. It was a great day and we would recommend to anyone.
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Paul_k
Nov 25, 2025
Jody did a very nice job... - Jody did a very nice job - great way to see San Fran and Sausalito. We took the ferry back which was a nice option so we didn't have to bike the same path home. Also, we were able to keep the e-bikes until 6:30pm so we do our own tour when the formal one ended.
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G00se19
Nov 15, 2025
Awesome Bike Tour of San Fran - We had a day to kill in San Francisco on our massive trip of the US and decided to book this tour. Our tour guide Ryan was amazing - he was extremely passionate about San Francisco and its history. He was accommodating of all four members of our party and differing levels of fitness and bike ability. Highly recommend this tour to see the sights - ending in the beautiful Sausalito with a quick ferry ride back to SF.
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Mikelle
Nov 7, 2025
THE BEST BIKE SHOP!! - 5!! This was a wonderful bike rental experience, Marcus and one other gentleman helped us out and we loved our bike experience. Definitely will be coming back and renting from this place again.!!
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Oli101uk
Oct 29, 2025
A Fantastic First E-Bike Adventure with Bay City Bike Tours! - Never before had we experienced the joy of gliding along on an E-Bike – we are so glad we chose Bay City Bike Tours for our initiation! With a friendly set-up and very straightforward to use bikes, we were on our way in no time at all.
In true San Francisco style, it was a little wet at times (always have your coat handy in this city), but our guide, Ryan Coats, was fantastic – he made it a fun and entertaining experience from start to finish. He not only took us along the promenade route and across the famous Golden Gate Bridge, but also through some of the local neighbourhoods so we could experience the city’s wonderful array of architecture.
This also gave us the chance to enjoy the seasonal spectacle that is American Halloween, spotting some wonderfully spooky delights along the way – from giant skeletons to vast spider webs – adding a unique flavour to the ride.
Of course, the highlight was crossing the Golden Gate Bridge itself! Truly an inspiring feat of engineering, with unbeatable views of the great bay. Ryan was deeply knowledgeable about the area’s history, and we learned so many fascinating facts from him.
The tour finished in Sausalito around noon, where we were free to explore with the bikes until 7:30 pm. There was ample time to enjoy everything via the best form of transportation! Adventurous souls can easily visit the nearby natural gems of Marin County, but Sausalito itself offers plenty of fabulous food outlets and quaint little shops – a charmingly relaxed contrast to the big-city bustle across the water.
There’s also a ferry return option for those with tired legs, though we chose to ride back the scenic way and relive the route all over again!
Had we been staying in San Francisco for longer, we would definitely have returned to take advantage of Bay City Bike Tours and their generous, liberating tours of the city.
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Drmjgonzalez
Oct 28, 2025
Flying down the wonderful hills of Sausalto while enjoying paranamic views!! - Jodi was an excellent guide. She was very informative and friendly. She took the time to take pictures and answer our questions. She warned us about the steep hills in Sausalito before flying down them.
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