California’s Muir Woods National Monument and its towering old-growth redwood trees sit just north of San Francisco. With this tour, make the journey in a Jeep, and save an estimated two hours searching for parking or waiting at the visitor center’s long lines. After a self-guided walk among the redwoods, visit the seaside town of Sausalito, and return to San Francisco by Jeep or ferry (own expense).
- Skip the crowds at Muir Woods’ parking lots and the lines at the visitor center
- 45 minutes to one hour for a self-guided walk through Muir Woods
- Hassle-free round-trip transfers from San Francisco by Jeep
- Opt to return to San Francisco by Ferry from Sausalito (own expense)
What To Expect
Umbrella Alley San Francisco
Tours start and end at the local artist mural-filled Umbrella Alley. Grab a few fun pics before heading out.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fisherman’s Wharf
Tour starts and ends at Fisherman’s Wharf. home of San Francisco’s Fishing and Dungerness Crab fleet
• Admission Ticket Free
Presidio of San Francisco
Pass through the Presidio on the way to the Golden Gate Bridge. Presidio was designated a National Historic Landmark and the site has been part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area since 1994.
• Admission Ticket Free
Golden Gate Bridge
Tour crosses and stops for photos at San Francisco’s most iconic landmark, the Golden Gate Bridge!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Muir Woods National Monument
Muir Woods National Monument is covered in dense forests of coastal redwoods some almost 1000 years old towering to over 250’ in height.
Your visit inside the park is self-guided. Your guide will pick you up at the agreed-upon time. Time inside the park is generally 45 minutes to 1 hour.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Muir Beach Overlook
Time permitting tour makes a stop at either Muir Beach or the Muir Beach overlook on the Pacific Ocean.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sausalito
On the return to San Francisco a cruise through the bayside town of Sausalito.
Guests have options to return to San Francisco:
1) Option to return to San Francisco by Ferry from Sausalito (fee paid by guests at Ferry)
2) Return to San Francisco onboard the Jeep.
• Admission Ticket Free
Marin Headlands
Located just north of San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge the Marin Headlands is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Two of the for possible Golden Gate Bridge Photo stops are located in the headlands.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Infant seats available
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
NOTE: There is NO cell phone service or WiFi at or around Muir Woods National Monument.
Jeeps are small vehicles – we suggest 4 adult riders plus 2 children / teens in 3rd row seating.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 6
