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  • paul h
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The trip was great, but the price you charged me was ridiculous ,£230 you charged me for me and my wife,$85 was the charge on the gate for both of us not a bad profit for you will not be using your again or recommending your services
    Written November 14, 2024
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  • Jaren S
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was my first time ever on a boat best experience ever 🤗 and my first time being in San Francisco i would recommend you to give it a try
    Written February 4, 2025
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  • Catherine B
    Little Rock, AR3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    TARA-Nova was the best!! She had such a great sense of humor and knew loads of pearls regarding location highlights!! She drove very well, and loved to smile & wave at folks.
    Written February 11, 2025
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  • Sadielou03
    Atlanta15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a wonderful afternoon with Scott. We loved all of his stories and history lessons. The food was also delicious and just what we were looking for - highly recommend
    Written February 9, 2025
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  • GradGirlAKJ
    Little Rock, AR113 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The big bus was a win for us. Rather than paying individual ubers or taking muni (city transit), we booked the big bus for the day. I do think it was worth the money. Before you depart, I recommend you download the app so you can see how far away the bus is from picking you up.

    I almost gave this a 3-star review due to timeliness. They say "a bus leaves the depot every 15-20 minutes," and that may be true but it does NOT mean there is a bus arriving at your pick-up spot every 20 minutes. We waited 40, even 45 minutes, on a bus to arrive. We asked the bus driver and he gave us some excuse about traffic, etc.

    Overall, I do recommend the Big Bus and would use it in another city to see the area.
    Written February 1, 2025
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  • Smoltman
    Courtenay, Canada10,775 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The academy is quite large and it has many diverse exhibits. Africa, the swamp, the aquarium, the tropical forest and the planetarium. We were not told we had to book a time slot for the planetarium so unfortunately we missed that exhibit. Very crowded but still able to move about. The on site cafeteria is a bit wanting though!
    Written November 27, 2024
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  • Judy W
    7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting. We opted for the walking tour and it was challenging for us but we were able to do it and keep up. It was surprising how any people were on the boats and island.
    The buses were on time, sometimes standing room only.
    Written October 11, 2024
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  • cmyssyk
    Montreal, Canada5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very good! The guide know very well his content! Very well documented! I never thought there was so many movies film in SF.
    Written February 11, 2025
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  • Dave S
    Yatton Keynell, UK14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An absolutely fantastic day starting at 8am and meeting our tour guide Alex.
    Alex was exceptional and very knowledgable on the day. Although on a tight timescale packed a lot into day. Drove around SF visiting a number of landmarks with Alex before we took the optional trip to Alcatraz where we could spend as much time as we wanted.
    Would certainly recommend the trip particularly if u only have a couple of days in San Francisco and want to see main sights.
    Written February 9, 2025
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  • Julie G
    Takeley, UK13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice trip around the bay unfortunately weather wasn't great but good photo opportunities all trip and good commentary with history facts
    Written February 6, 2025
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  • Julie R
    Brisbane, Australia119 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a fantastic time doing our city tour and riding in Daisy (Combi Van). Our driver Chris was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of information about San Fran. Definitely recommend this absolutely fun tour for anyone coming to San Fransisco.
    Written February 9, 2025
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  • Omar C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Al was Great to help us with bike rentals and Alcatraz tour
    Aldo Alcatraz tour we made Is very beautiful and interesting.
    Alcatraz tour explain very well how work the jail without been difficult too follow.
    Guide speak very well Italian
    city view from ferry Is amazing.
    very suggested!!
    Written January 7, 2025
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  • berwickconsulting
    Greater Canberra, Australia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This tour was fabulous. Our driver was friendly and very knowledgeable. We got to see a great deal in a short space of time which is what you want when you’re only in a place for a short period of time. Highly recommend
    Written January 21, 2025
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  • Jazzy76
    Yanchep, Australia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Marjorie was so good answered every question thrown at her she hit a home run I am coming back with my family thank you SF GIANTS 😍
    Written February 6, 2025
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  • Sissi
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent cruise all the way to the golden gate bridge, alcatraz. Beautiful weather & much to see. A must do in San francisco
    Written December 3, 2024
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