Top San Francisco Nature Walks

Riding across the Golden Gate Bridge in a tour van leaves you free to take in the epic views instead of focusing on the driving. This tour takes you from downtown San Francisco to Muir Woods and Sausalito—two of Marin's top attractions—in a single day. You'll have free time to explore both sites, making this organized option a great choice for independent travelers.

Conquer San Francisco's urban jungle on this 3-hour urban hike. Trek your way up Tank Hill and Kite Hill, spots favored by locals for great city views, and stroll through hidden forests. Visit the Seward Street Slides to play like a local kid and take spectacular photos from the top of Twin Peaks. Between the forests, lush greenery and hidden pocket parks, you'll find it hard to believe you're in the midst of one of the country's busiest cities. Learn urban legends, history and culture from your local hiking guide.

On this 1-hour tour, we'll walk to 5 picture-perfect spots around the Golden Gate Bridge while I entertain you with fun stories about the most famous bridge in the world, the 1848 California Gold Rush, San Francisco, and much more.

San Francisco is undoubtedly a hilly place, and this challenging 5-mile walking tour doesn’t shy away from the steepness. Instead, it takes you off the beaten path and onto some of the city’s stairways for an incredible exploration of several neighborhoods and downtown attractions. While meandering through SF’s Russian Hill, Telegraph Hill and North Beach neighborhoods, you’ll come upon some hidden gems, jaw-dropping views, and world-famous sites. Climb to Coit Tower via the Filbert Street Steps; ascend Lombard Street, often referred to as the crookedest street in the world; and discover a tiny park overlooking St Peter and Paul Church, where Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio took their wedding pics after tying the knot at San Francisco City Hall.

There’s no doubt about it: San Francisco is a gorgeous city, and this small-group walking tour highlights some of its most spectacular scenery. Beginning at the Golden Gate Bridge, where you take in sweeping views of San Francisco Bay and the city’s dramatic skyline, embark on a walking tour of SF’s western edge. This slow-paced hike follows the Pacific coastline, meandering through Baker Beach and past the mansions of Sea Cliff as you make your way toward the Sutro Baths at Land’s End. Limited to 12 participants for a more personalized experience.

San Francisco attracts eager visitors from across the world, but the city’s walking tours can lack a certain excitement. On this tour, challenge your friends and family on an engaging treasure hunt through the city. Bring your problem-solving skills to the fore, follow a series of mysterious clues with your guide, and see San Francisco in a fun and active way—with a whole host of games and surprises along the way.

This Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge and stop at the north Vista Point for pictures, walk during 1h30min among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park (entree fee $15 not included for and free for 15 and under. As well free up to 4 people if you have the National Park pass). Then we will stop for an hour and admire the beautiful seaside Mediterranean style City of Sausalito you you. The transportation will be in a luxury brand New Mercedes Sprinter Van with only 11 passenger total. The toll and parking fees is included. You will have a particular attention from your tour guide during all your trip.

Our tour of the Presidio takes you on a walk through history, not the boring history you learned in school, but the sordid stories they never told you! A famous photographer who was also a murderer, an actress who was a Union spy, and a local Olympic hero are just a few of our stories. Your visit wouldn't be complete without a stop along the way to visit Yoda and discover how Lucasfilm came to be a part of the Presidio. We'll share the Presidio's past and talk about its future, show you "then and now" photos of the park and tell stories of the soldiers and civilians that lived here as well as some who are now buried here. On the main post, we’ll hear stories about what life was like for soldiers who lived here and discover the tragic, fiery fate that befell a very famous Army general. As a past employee and current resident in the park, our guide will give you insight on what it's like to be a part of the Presidio, and to live next door to the Golden Gate Bridge!

So many adventures to have in San Francisco with so few funds. If the pocketbook is feeling a touch light then consider these invigorating smartphone-guided scavenger hunts. The three-hour events force adventurers to solve clues and navigate the city streets; plus all the SF scenery you can absorb during the journey. Pricing is per individual but teams must book together to be in same adventure.

Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a shrine to human foresight. Giant granite domes formed under volcanic pressure were cut in half creating the famous sheer-walled faces of Half Dome and El Capitan. Yosemite Valley’s cliffs are 3500 feet tall, and countless waterfalls cascade off the cliffs into the canyon. Yosemite also is home to the amazing Giant Sequoia trees, remnants of the last ice age. Come with us to hike the iconic trails, and experience the remarkable wonders of this stunning national park. Camping brings us back to nature, the silence, digital detox, a roaring campfire, and the dark night skies. Your guide will tailor your trip to your needs and desires. We provide the tents, inflatable mattresses, and camp kitchen. Just bring your sleeping bag.

A short hike with amazing views and riveting stories. Though only 2 miles in length, this gorgeous walking tour of San Francisco's hidden stairways is breathtaking. See gorgeous mosaic tiled steps and vistas that most San Franciscans don't even know exist. You'll also discover beautiful neighborhoods that tourists rarely see. Enjoy the view and get some history along the way.

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin Peaks. It is the gateway to a hidden gem of 70 acres of open space known as Glen Canyon, of which 60 acres is officially designated as a Significant Natural Resource Area. Much of the history of Glen Park and Glen Canyon is closely intertwined, from early open-range cattle grazing and "milch" ranches, to an explosive direct link with today's prestigious Nobel Prizes, to a radical sales gimmick for selling home lots that included just about everything from lions and bears to trick shooters and high-flying aeronauts! In addition to the area's remarkable cultural history, we'll also discover some of the highlights of the canyon's natural history as we trek through. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a shrine to human foresight. Giant granite domes formed under volcanic pressure were cut in half creating the famous sheer-walled faces of Half Dome and El Capitan. Yosemite Valley’s cliffs are 3500 feet tall, and countless waterfalls cascade off the cliffs into the canyon. Yosemite also is home to the amazing Giant Sequoia trees, remnants of the last ice age. Come with us to hike the iconic trails, and experience the remarkable wonders of this stunning national park. Camping brings us back to nature, the silence, digital detox, a roaring campfire, and the dark night skies. Your guide will tailor your trip to your needs and desires. We provide the tents, inflatable mattresses, and camp kitchen. Just bring your sleeping bag.

Golden Gate Park is one of the best urban parks in the U.S. Start your morning tour by seeing the Japanese Gardens and De Young Museum, as well as some unusual hidden spots and several cool sculptures. After that we take you to famous Haight-Ashbury, a key location in the 1960's Hippie Movement. You'll be able to see the residences of Janis Joplin, the Grateful Dead and the infamous Charles Manson. You'll also get a chance to go into the notorious Psychedelic Shop, where LSD was openly sold when that was legal (not any more!). We finish the tour right in the heart of the neighborhood - the perfect place to get lunch.

This wildlife package packs in three great attractions into your vacation, including Muir Woods National Monument, the San Francisco Zoo, and the Aquarium of the Bay. First, enjoy a ride over to Muir Woods, where you’ll gain admission into the national monument, and stand next to towering California old-growth redwood trees. Then, plan some time to explore the San Francisco Zoo and the Aquarium of the Bay at Pier 39 on your own with your included admission tickets.

Experience the wild northwestern coast of San Francisco and the Golden Gate on a leisurely 4-hour walking tour of Lands End. Your guide shares California history and wildlife facts as you follow coastal foot paths to hidden beaches, rocky bluffs and sweeping ocean views. Dip your feet in the Pacific Ocean and get a great perspective on the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, and Marin Headlands.

Experience the natural side of San Francisco during a leisurely walking tour that travels from Crissy Field to the Golden Gate Bridge and Marshall Beach. Follow your guide along well-maintained coastal trails and footpaths that reveal pristine beaches, bird and animal life, wildflowers, and rugged ocean scenery. There will be an optional walk you can take across the Golden Gate Bridge.

San Francisco's Chinatown is the biggest Chinatown outside of Asia. You definitely have to see it before you leave this city! During this tour, I will show you the best parts of Chinatown--where to take the best pictures, where to grab cheap (and delicious) eats, and the most popular place like the Golden Gate fortune cookie! While we explore Chinatown, I will also share my unique perspective​, Chinese culture and ​interactive stories about the history of this neighborhood and what makes it so special in the heart of San Francisco. Prepare your walking shoes and a curious appetite for adventure, and I'm excited to have you on board!