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“ I had Chino & Saggy as the driver/tour guides and wow, they're not just a tour guides, but also entertainers! ” in 7 reviews

“ My husband and I bought the two day pass and road around the city many times with several different drivers. ” in 5 reviews

“ The entire tour around the city lasted about 2 hours. ” in 3 reviews

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2737 Taylor St

San Francisco, CA 94133

Beach St & Jefferson St

Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach/Telegraph Hill

Serving San Francisco Area

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San Francisco Deluxe is a Hop On Hop off San Francisco Bus Tour company. Our tour start address is 280 Geary Blvd, San Francisco and our office is at 2737 Taylor Street, San Francisco. Office Phone is 4154096117 …

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Good thing I didn't see these reviews before booking! But before you go slamming the business maybe do a bit more research... there's a couple of bus tour companies around San Francisco and I'm sure they have different styles of operating depending on staffing. The first time to San Fran with the family we didn't get a chance to do everything we wanted to. After hearing from a client that they had a great time, I thought why not check it out. They mentioned there was a Groupon and the price was good. The entire tour around the city lasted about 2 hours. You are able to hop on/hop off at any stop throughout the day. We stayed on the same bus the entire time with no stops and that seemed to be the big difference with the not so great reviews. Although you're able to hop on/off, they do mention to be back at the spot around the 45 minute mark. Unsure how many busses are running but I would think that's not a lot of time with all the hills and walking that needs to be done... so for others to complain that the bus took too long to come back, I can see how it does waste time in the day but I think in this setting there needs to be more chill in the schedule. We tried to rush San Fran in a day and there really just wasn't enough time. So don't think about booking this bus if you're short on time and want to take advantage of the hop on/hop off because there isn't one that runs every 15 minutes like some others. Our guide on the mic was very entertaining. She had a great attitude even when there was someone on the bus challenging her info. Like she said, you wanna be right or do you wanna be happy? Just go with it, it's not a museum or a place to fact check. She's there to keep you entertained, geez. Before hopping on the bus we followed the map on the website to redeem our tickets and use the restroom (near fisherman's wharf). When we got to the bus she was out there getting business! Nice hustle, and would've worked if we didn't already have our pass. I wanted to see as much of the city as I could. Decided to sit up top with no roof, how fun! That cold wind on the bridge was no joke. The views were spectacular. We stopped at the view point for about 15 minutes. You can take pics, use the restroom or buy a hot dog from carts there. Even though we didn't get off at any stop, I would say you can reach a good amount of the city's focal points with this bus tour. We went through Pier 39/Fishermans Wharf, Chinatown, TL, North Beach, Alamo Square (close to the painted ladies), Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street... the map shows 21 stops, I wasn't counting lol. For the price, especially the Groupon price, it was great! Going around San Fran this way as a tourist was perfect. Not having to drive from spot to spot, pay parking at each location as well as looking for parking. Being able to sightsee as we are going around the city from a higher POV. Also meeting new people from around the world. I would definitely do San Fran like this again. I can totally see why people fall in love with this city!

Top of a double decker with the top off in 52° drizzle going over the Golden Gate Bridge was Def a diff experience! Hold onto your hats!

No idea what everyone was looking at... I was worried about my lashes flying off LOL!

if I could give 10 stars I would!! this was the best part of my trip my tour guide was Chino and his dog. His sense of humor is out of this world!! He made us love being on the bus and really truly understand the locals and how they really live. Letting us know that SF is and will always be the heart and soul of American culture. Incredibly happy I chose him to be my guide. Please request chino whenever you are going on the BUS TOUR DELUXE. Love the Brazilian American Clara 4/27 Love you Chino!!

This tour was a once and a lifetime experience for my family and I. Huge shoutout to Chino and Saggy! Literally the absolute best experience my brother, niece and my girls could ask for. We also got kisses and lovins from Saggy(the bulldog)! I lmao almost the entire trip. Chino was an outstanding tour guide and driver. The London bus was also amazing! Old and a lot of character!

Our lovely tour guide/driver and his co pilot! Saggy and Chino!

My daughter and I enjoyed our experience. It was mainly due to our driver Chino and his famous skateboarding dog Saggy. The live narrated tour made it for us. Chino was very entertaining. I'm surprised to read the negative reviews here. To be honest, we didn't take advantage of the hop on/hop off feature due to time restraints and being on the last bus of the day. We just did the 2 hr, 21 stop tour in its entirety. The Big Bus company is their competitor. We saw many of their busses, but they looked uncomfortably full of people. Ours had plenty of passengers, but wasn't crowded. Check Groupon for discounts, but know that you may have to push the bus up the steep hills since you paid less(a joke made by Chino).

Saggy, the famous skateboarding dog and Chino's best buddy.

"Hop on, Hop Off " was such a joke. Unpredictable departure times, full (janky) busses, routes that didn't match the maps they gave out. We spent over $100 on this company and had to Uber to where we needed to go. Avoid at all costs!

The only reason I'm giving this a 1, is one of the drivers was really amazing and you have to rate it. First, we had to wait over an hour because busses were filled, when your an vacation time is everything and you buy this because it's a hop on/ hop off not expecting to be told no because the bus is filled. Flipping horrible. So instead of using the hop on / hop off we took a bus to our next attraction and didn't ride again. So what a waste of money, try contacting someone and no answer and the mail box is filled. I will be contacting the city of sf and complaining. This isn't right that you pay for a service and they can't even follow through.

We purchased two 2-day tickets at the Union Square stop late on Sunday morning for the discounted price of $55 each. Since it was already Sunday afternoon, the vendor validated the tickets to include Tuesday so we received more than 48 hours of hop-on, hop-off service. Pros: (1) if this is your first time to San Francisco, staying on this bus for the full circuit (about 2 hours) will give you a good sense of many of the top attractions in the city including, but not limited to, Union Square, Chinatown, the Financial District, Little Italy, Telegraph Hill, Fisherman's Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, the Painted Ladies, and more. (2) the highlight for us was driving over the Golden Gate Bridge in each direction -- hang on to your hats! it's quite windy! (3) all staff that we interacted with over 2+ days were great -- including 4 drivers, 1 narrator, woman who sold us the tickers at Union Square, and staff in Fisherman's Wharf. A special shout out to Willy, who was both an excellent driver and a narrator, and genuinely seemed to want to entertain his passengers while also ensuring their safety. Unfortunately, these positive points were far outweighed by the negative. (1) For a business that advertises itself as "hop-on, hop-off", there was too much of (an unpredictable) wait between busses. Generally, one could expect a bus every hour but we had one instance in which we waited 1 hour and 20 minutes. This seriously constrains the number of stops that one could make in a day. (2) Narration, and the announcing of stops, was inconsistent. We had one segment that had a very good narrator. More frequently, the bus driver also served as the narrator. In some cases, there was no narration at all. (For instance, the morning segment from Union Station to Fisherman's Wharf). Narration was only in English. (3) Delays resulting from consolidating passengers from different busses. For instance, passengers who boarded at Union Station were transported to Fisherman's Wharf, and had to transfer to another bus that was supposed to leave 30 minutes later but ultimately left 40 minutes later as they waited for yet another bus to consolidate passengers from. (4) Fleet of busses is on the older side. In one instance, we were informed that our bus was late because our driver asked that an earlier one that he had been driving to be replaced because it was experiencing mechanical issues (kudos though to the driver and the company for taking it back to the shop). Finally, it should be noted that there is a competitor -- that charges more, but we saw much more frequently at many of the same stops. They also offer an app so you can check the whereabouts of the next bus.

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I've been on this tour twice now with Chino and Saggy. Couldn't recommend a better tour guide! Would 100% recommend them to anyone who loves to learn about the history of San Francisco and enjoy an afternoon seeing all of the beautiful sites.

All this reviews on here spooked us. We purchased our tickets on our way to Alcatraz tours, the gentleman offered us a great deal for our family. We were on our way to board and didn't see the reviews ( glad we didn't) or we wouldn't of bought them. We bought our tickets for the next day. We got to the resort looked up the bus company and read the reviews, we were expecting the worse. Most reviews are bad, we were prepared to buy another company bus tickets. We went to the bus area, on fisherman wharf stop, hesitant about the reviews, the young lady right away greeted us, welcoming us, we were glad our great deal wasn't a fraud. We asked for the restroom and she directed us to the office, very clean restroom area. We boarded the bus and waited only a few minutes to start our tour. The lady was amazing from start to finish. Very informative with fun facts and details of local stops, we loved it. It was a very cold day, we dressed warm but we're still very cold, on our stop at golden gate we switched to the bottom of the bus, we're it was warm. We loved our tour. Great deal, my family of four had a amazing time. Visited : December 2022 Wait time : 30-1 hour Reservation recommended :Yes Price :$40-50 Kid friendly: yes Our family Loved it. Highly recommend if you ever travel to San Francisco.. don't let the reviews on here stop you from taking this tour

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Exploring san francisco’s iconic landmarks on a deluxe sightseeing tour, discovering san francisco’s hidden gems on a deluxe sightseeing tour, enjoying the best of san francisco’s cuisine on a deluxe sightseeing tour, taking in the spectacular views of san francisco on a deluxe sightseeing tour.

“Experience San Francisco in Style with San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tours!”

Welcome to San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tours! We are proud to offer the best sightseeing tours in the city. Our experienced guides will take you on a journey through the city’s most iconic landmarks, neighborhoods, and attractions. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Fisherman’s Wharf, you’ll get to experience the best of San Francisco. Our tours are designed to provide an unforgettable experience, with plenty of opportunities to take photos and learn about the city’s history and culture. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local, you’ll be sure to have a great time on our tours. So come join us and explore the beauty of San Francisco!

We’ll take you on a journey through the city’s most famous sights, from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Palace of Fine Arts. You’ll get to experience the beauty of these iconic landmarks up close and personal, and learn all about their history and significance.

Our tour starts at the Golden Gate Bridge, the world-famous suspension bridge that spans the San Francisco Bay. You’ll get to take in the stunning views of the bridge and the bay, and learn about its construction and the engineering feats that made it possible.

Next, we’ll head to the Palace of Fine Arts, a stunning Beaux-Arts building that was originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition. You’ll get to explore the grounds and admire the architecture, and learn about the building’s history and its role in the city’s culture.

We’ll also take you to the iconic Coit Tower, a 210-foot tower that stands atop Telegraph Hill. You’ll get to take in the breathtaking views of the city from the top of the tower, and learn about its history and the murals that adorn its walls.

Finally, we’ll take you to the famous Fisherman’s Wharf, a popular tourist destination that’s home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions. You’ll get to explore the wharf and learn about its history and the unique culture that surrounds it.

So come join us on our Deluxe Sightseeing Tour and experience San Francisco’s iconic landmarks up close and personal!

Are you looking for a unique way to explore San Francisco? Look no further than a Deluxe Sightseeing Tour! This tour will take you to some of the city’s most hidden gems, giving you an unforgettable experience.

First, you’ll get to explore the city’s iconic landmarks, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Palace of Fine Arts. You’ll get to take in the breathtaking views and learn about the history of these iconic sites.

Next, you’ll get to explore some of San Francisco’s lesser-known attractions. From the vibrant murals of the Mission District to the hidden staircases of the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, you’ll get to experience the city’s unique culture and history.

You’ll also get to visit some of the city’s most beautiful parks and gardens. From the lush greenery of Golden Gate Park to the stunning views of the Presidio, you’ll get to take in the beauty of San Francisco’s natural landscape.

Finally, you’ll get to sample some of the city’s best food. From the famous sourdough bread of Boudin Bakery to the delicious dim sum of Chinatown, you’ll get to experience the city’s diverse culinary offerings.

So what are you waiting for? Book your Deluxe Sightseeing Tour today and get ready to explore San Francisco’s hidden gems!

Are you ready to experience the best of San Francisco’s cuisine on a deluxe sightseeing tour? Then you’re in for a treat!

This tour will take you to some of the city’s most iconic restaurants, where you’ll get to sample some of the best dishes the city has to offer. From classic seafood dishes to delicious Mexican cuisine, you’ll get to experience the flavors of San Francisco in all their glory.

You’ll also get to explore some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Palace of Fine Arts. You’ll get to take in the stunning views of the city from the top of the bridge, and explore the unique shops and restaurants of Fisherman’s Wharf.

The tour also includes a stop at the famous Ghirardelli Square, where you can sample some of the city’s famous chocolates and ice cream. And of course, you’ll get to take in the breathtaking views of the bay from the top of the hill.

So what are you waiting for? Book your deluxe sightseeing tour today and experience the best of San Francisco’s cuisine!

Are you looking for a way to take in the spectacular views of San Francisco? Look no further than a deluxe sightseeing tour!

This tour will take you to some of the most iconic spots in the city, giving you the chance to take in the breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the San Francisco Bay. You’ll also get to explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, including Chinatown, North Beach, and the Financial District.

The tour is led by an experienced guide who will provide you with interesting facts and stories about the city’s history and culture. You’ll also get to enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, giving you the chance to sample some of the city’s best cuisine.

The tour is a great way to get an overview of the city and its attractions. Plus, you’ll get to take some amazing photos to remember your trip by. So don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore San Francisco in style!

Q1: What is included in the San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour?

A1: The San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour includes a guided tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, and the Palace of Fine Arts. The tour also includes a visit to Alcatraz Island and a ride on a cable car.

Q2: How long does the San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour last?

A2: The San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

Q3: What is the cost of the San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour?

A3: The cost of the San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour is $99 per person.

Q4: Are there any age restrictions for the San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour?

A4: No, there are no age restrictions for the San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tour. All ages are welcome.San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tours offers a unique and exciting way to explore the city of San Francisco. With its knowledgeable guides, comfortable vehicles, and comprehensive tour packages, it is the perfect way to experience the beauty and culture of the city. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a family vacation, San Francisco Deluxe Sightseeing Tours has something for everyone. With its unbeatable prices and excellent customer service, it is the perfect choice for your next San Francisco adventure.

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Public enemies like Scarface Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly, Creepy Karpis, and the Birdman (Robert Stroud) all learned this first hand. People on the outside have always been fascinated with Alcatraz. Visitors peered at Alcatraz through telescopes when the prisoners were there, and ever since it was opened to tours, thousands of visitors have come every year.

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Safest Yosemite Tour Around. More Free Time in Yosemite. Expert Separate Tour Guide (not a bus driver guide). Lowest Cost Tour. Comfortable Bus. Sightseeing Stops in Valley Floor. More Free Time in Yosemite!

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Our Driver does not drive more than 7 hours per day compared to other companies work their drivers 12 to 14 hours and require naps.

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Look for SF city tours that offer more stops and visit more than the most known landmarks in San Francisco. We recommend the SF Premium City Tour with Ferry!

Visit the Wine Country - Don't drive your first time!

We don't recommend drinking and driving thus, we don't recommend renting a car to go to Napa or Sonoma. Go on a bus tour from San Francisco that visits great wineries and has lots of variety during the tour.

Don't Miss The Redwoods - Go to Muir Woods!

So many people come to San Francisco and fail to visit the Giant California Sequioa Coastal Redwoods at Muir Woods National Park. We highly recommend this even over Alcatraz Island. Find a bus tour that uses smaller shuttles and visits other surrounding areas in Marin along with Muir Woods.

Go to Yosemite by Train instead of Car or Bus

The Yosemite Park Train Tour from San Francisco or Sacramento rocks! It's the coolest way to get to Yosemite. We highly consider you investigate the train tour versus a regular old bus tour to Yosemite.

Buy your Alcatraz Tickets Early

You need to book all Alcatraz tour combos at least 2 weeks in advance. Alcatraz tickets need to be sold as a tour combo. Be weary of anyone selling tickets solely and not combined.

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OnlyOneOf add new dates to 2024 ‘Things I Can’t Say LOve’ world tour

Featuring new shows in Asia and Australia

K-pop boyband OnlyOneOf have announced more dates and concerts for their ongoing ‘Things I Can’t Say LOve’ world tour in 2024.

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Today, (April 26), OnlyOneOf revealed the cities and date for their long-awaited Asia and Australia legs of their 2024 world tour. It comes after the K-pop boyband announced the Japan, America and Europe legs of the tour over the past few months.

In July 2024, OnlyOneOf will hold concerts in eight Asian cities, which include Taipei, Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore and more. Following these shows, the K-pop boyband will head to Australia for two shows, one each in the cities of Sydney and Melbourne.

Meanwhile, the US leg of the tour is currently ongoing and will run into early-May. On the other hand, the Europe leg of OnlyOneOf’s tour will take place during June 2024, with tickets on sale now via the official Jin Entertainment website .

Venue and ticketing information for the Asia and Australia legs of OnlyOneOf’s 2024 ‘Things I Can’t Say LOve’ world tour have yet to be announced. Keep tabs on this page for the latest updates.

The dates for OnlyOneOf’s 2024 ‘Things I Can’t Say LOve’ world tour are:

MARCH 2024 27 – Osaka, Japan, Gorilla Hall Osaka (FINISHED) 29 – Tokyo, Japan, 1000 Club (FINISHED)

APRIL 2024 04 – Sao Paulo, Brazil, Studio Stage (FINISHED) 06 – Montevideo, Uruguay, Complejo Sala Show (FINISHED) 10 – Medellin, Colombia, The 6 Church (FINISHED) 12 – Monterrey, Mexico, Foro Tims (FINISHED) 14 – Mexico City, Mexico, Foro Puebla (FINISHED) 17 – Vancouver, British Columbia, Vogue Theatre (FINISHED) 19 – Chicago, Illinois, Copernicus Center (FINISHED) 21 – New York, New York, United Palace (FINISHED) 24 – Toronto, Ontario, Queen Elizabeth Theatre (FINISHED) 26 – Atlanta, Georgia, The Eastern 28 – San Juan, Puerto Rico, Teatro Inter Bayamon 30 – Orlando, Florida, Plaza Live

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MAY 2024 01 – Dallas, Texas, South Side Music Hall 03 – San Francisco, California, Regency, Ballroom 05 – Los Angeles, California, The Novo

JUNE 2024 02: London, United Kingdom, Heaven 04: Paris, France, The Yoyo-Palais De Tokyo 06: Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Panama 07: Cologne, Germany, Carlswerk Victoria 09: Munich, Germany, Tonhalle Munchen 12: Warsaw, Poland, Progresja 14: Milan, Italy, Fabrique 16: Madrid, Spain, La Nueve Cubierta 18: Barcelona, Spain, Sala 2 Razzmatazz

JULY 2024 02: Taipei, Taiwan 04: Hong Kong, China 05: Macau, China 07: Manila, the Philippines 09: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 11: Singapore, Singapore 13: Bangkok, Thailand 16: Jakarta, Indonesia 19: Sydney, New South Wales 21: Melbourne, Victoria

#lyOn from Europe – @OnlyOneOf_twt is making their way to your country in June for their ❤️OnlyOneOf 2024 World Tour – dOpamine ❤️ Benefit package information, concert admission prices, and sales schedule will be posted tomorrow, April 12! #OnlyOneOf #OnlyOneOf_dOpamine_Europe pic.twitter.com/qk3uM8bQ1O — Studio PAV Europe (@StudioPAVEurope) April 11, 2024

#lyOn from Asia 🇹🇼🇭🇰🇲🇴🇵🇭🇻🇳🇸🇬🇹🇭🇮🇩 and Australia 🇦🇺 – Get excited because OnlyOneOf is coming your way very soon for their ❤️ OnlyOneOf 2024 World Tour – dOpamine ❤️ Get ready to join the fun on this amazing world tour and interact with the members of OnlyOneOf through our… pic.twitter.com/mbuGonhgad — Studio PAV (@studio_pav) April 26, 2024

Comprising members KB, Rie, Yoojung, Junji, Mill and Nine, OnlyOneOf are a group under 8D Creative. The group’s concept was largely developed by creative director and producer Jaden Jeong, who is known for his work with  LOONA and most recently  tripleS .

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San Francisco Downtown/Golden Gate Bridge DELUXE Bus Tour -2 Days

• WiFi on board
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• Engaging Tour Guide on Bus (English Language)
• Hop-on hop-off bus tour Runs Between 10:15 am to 4 Pm (2 Days Pass)
• Hop on Hop off Only at Stops (20 stops)
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• Food and drinks
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• aleon13 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles A trip around SF The stops cover most of the tourist places that you would want to visit. The bus drivers are knowledgeable and friendly. The buses are old, didn’t have headsets and don’t have WiFi compared to others. We did receive a discount but it didn’t make up for the lack of amenities. Read more Written April 24, 2024
• maria_valdonido 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 100% worth it Wow! This experience was amazing. We got to see the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, and learned a lot of history of the city. Our tour guide, Dom, was amazing, and provided lots of information. I just recommend bringing a jacket, because it gets very cold and windy. Read more Written April 19, 2024
• jamiemA2734ND 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Top notch, worth every penny! The staff is extremely helpful, friendly and energetic. The buses were on time and stops were all very convenient for tourist attractions. The tour guides are witty, friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend sitting on the top deck while going over the golden gate! Read more Written April 3, 2024
• Inspire26183501148 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice hop hop Cooperating and on time service can book for own or for family Staff is also nice n polite Explored the whole Citi Explained througholy Read more Written March 30, 2024
• Tour45258570644 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tour guide The tour guide was amazing! I really enjoyed the stories and facts about the buildings in the city and the houses too. This was my first visit to San Francisco. Read more Written March 26, 2024
• s80pym 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great way to see city Great hour and a half tour. Ray was amazing and really informative. Busses are a little run down but forget when you are on them. Had a sunny day so sat up top and saw so much of city that you wouldn’t usually see. Great trip Read more Written February 23, 2024
• Sara P 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Scammed and hung up on. We went on this bus on the 8th of January in the afternoon. We had payed for the afternoon and 1 day pass.The day pass was useless as the guide the previous day failed to inform us that they dont run in the rain. So here my family and I were waiting in the rain waiting for a bus that would never come. We called them and a woman said “ we could go on big bus and get a refund”. After emailing our details 5 times we rung to which we were denied a refund by a rude worker. He hung up on us.I feel we have been scammed.Fraud? Read more Written January 17, 2024
• K2572SQscottp 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Bad Experience Would never ever recommend this company the busses were run down and old. We had bought a 2 day pass and they canceled it on the second day due to the weather. We were only on the bus for 2 hours. After this we have sent many emails requesting a refund all to no response. We then phoned the company and got a rude response ending in them hanging up on us. Read more Written January 17, 2024
• krystalb481 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles chino and saggy Took a hop on hop off bus with Chino and saggy it was a really great experience the dog made the trip that much better he kept my kids very entertained at the golden gate bridge I recommend this company Read more Written December 12, 2023
• poissonjl 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A nice way to discover San Francisco Markis was a very great guide and gave us a lot of insights about San Francisco with humor. Pablo was our driver and we enjoyed a lot the tour of San Francisco. The cost is really reasonable for all the sightseeing we had the opportunity to explore. Read more Written October 29, 2023
• 28hendrikn 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles San Francisco Hop On, Hop Off Bus Tours Brilliant , very informative the only issue we had was at the meeting point lots of buses and we were looking for the bus but it was actually with another company so if we hadn’t of asked if they were the tour guide could have missed the bus! Guide was great and it’s a great way to find your bearings in this city Read more Written October 15, 2023
• K5295XBdebbies 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Could have been better Saggy is awesome and the tour guide was great, BUT, it was hard to hear the tour guide and the first bus we were on was in really bad shape with broken seats. The next one was better. Disappointing...but would still recommend. Read more Written October 4, 2023
• edens597 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles We ❤️ Kirk Our experience was AMAZING!! Our driver Kirk was fantastic, so knowledgeable and funny. This touring company made it very easy to explore the city of San Francisco. We definitely recommend checking out the hop on hop off busses if ever visiting. Read more Written October 2, 2023
• 978morganl 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Hop on hop off tour with Chino & Saggy! Highly recommend this tour - such a great way to learn about the city and see everything in 2 hours. Chino the driver/tour guide was so amazing and funny, his dog Saggy came for the tour too and he was the best. We are from Toronto and this was our favourite part of our trip to San Francisco so far. Definitely would recommend !! Read more Written September 27, 2023
• Dallit 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun and real character This is the kind of tour I appreciate. It had real character and not a dry talking point sheet. Probably mostly thanks to our driver, Chino, and his cute skater dog, Saggy. Chino is like SF itself, quirky, interesting, fun, warm, and can't be put into a box. He knew everyone around town, and shared little tidbits which I doubt we would've gotten in other tours. He's also FUNNY. We laughed a.lot. And did I mention you can drink on the bus? Well worth the trip! Recommended! Read more Written September 24, 2023

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Animated metal band Dethklok brings tour with Babymetal to the Masonic for two nights

By Dave Pehling

Updated on: April 24, 2024 / 5:39 PM PDT / CBS San Francisco

The popular death metal band led by Brendan Small, the creative force behind popular Adult Swim animated show "Metalocalypse," Dethklok comes to the Masonic in San Francisco for two shows with co-headliners Babymetal.

Arguably the second most popular virtual band behind Gorillaz (the animated group helmed by Blur singer Damon Albarn), Dethklok made their as the stars of "Metalocalypse" when the show created by Small and partner/voice actor Tommy Blancha debuted in 2006. The world biggest death metal band in the program's absurd and surreal alternate universe, Dethklok stands as the planet's seventh largest economy despite the fact that the group's members are idiotic incompetents incapable of doing anything besides writing and performing brutal metal songs.

The quintet of singer Nathan Explosion (who was inspired by Cannibal Corpse vocalist George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher), guitarists Skwisgaar Skwigelf and Toki Wartooth, bassist William Murderface and drummer Pickles live and work in their massive fortress-like home and studio Mordhaus, venturing into the world to secure lucrative sponsorship deals and play huge concerts for their legions of fanatical followers with outlandish stage theatrics like over-the-top pyrotechnics, lasers and a giant swinging pendulum blade, inevitably resulting in widespread death and destruction.

Over the course of four seasons and a special broadcast on Adult Swim, "Metalocalypse" became one of the network's more popular shows and a favorite among musicians, with such notable figures as King Diamond, Alice Cooper, Jon Hamm, Werner Herzog, Jack Black and members of Metallica, Exodus, Emperor and Mastodon appearing on the show. Dethklok further built on its fanbase with a series of studio albums featuring the satirical songs featured the show like "Murmaider," "Bloodrocuted" and "Duncan Hills Coffee Jingle." The band also delivered entertaining live performances with widescreen clips of the animated band projected behind Small and his talented band including monster drummer Gene Hogland (Dark Angel, Death, Strapping Young Lad, Testament, Devin Townsend) and former Frank Zappa collaborator Mike Kenneally on guitar.

Dethklok would make regular festival appearances and tour with the likes of Mastodon, High On Fire, Machine Head and the Black Dahlia Murder. After the broadcast of the hour-long rock opera special, "Metalocalypse: The Doomstar Requiem" in 2013, the band continued to perform, but the project went on hiatus after the show was cancelled two years later.

The band returned to action in 2019, playing the Adult Swim Festival to ecstatic crowds. Dethklok also returned to the festival post-pandemic in 2022. The following year, Smalls was at last able to release the final chapter in the Dethklok story with the film Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar , which was accompanied by both a soundtrack and the band issuing its acclaimed fourth studio recording,  Dethalbum IV .

With the show having run its course, the band's current tour could be Dethklok's last hurrah as it takes to the road with previous touring partners and co-headliners Babymetal which stops at the Masonic for two nights starting Wednesday . A sensation in their native Japan since first forming in 2010, the group mixes elements of heavy metal with elements of J-Pop and "kawaii" -- the Japanese "culture of cuteness" as exemplified by Hello Kitty and Pokemon. Singer Suzuka Nakamoto had impressed producer Kobametal (aka Key Kobayashi) in her earlier girl groups Karen Girl's and Sakura Gakuin when he wanted to start a new band performing a heavier style of music.

Initially a successful offshoot of Sakura Gakuin, Babymetal became independent in 2013 and enjoyed growing popularity with the release of their self-titled debut the following year. Featuring Nakamoto along with fellow singers Moa Kikuchi (also a member of Sakura Gakuin) and Yui Mizuno executing synchronized dance moves and melodic vocals backed by a group of shredding metal session players known as the Kami Band, the album delivered a dizzying juxtaposition of sunshine pop and metallic crunch. The band rocketed to success in Japan and were playing sold-out shows to thousands when the girls were still in their teens.

The notoriety in their native land soon led to international touring in Europe and North America, with Babymetal appearing at major metal festivals and opening for Lady Gaga. By the time the band was set to release their sophomore album Metal Resistance in 2016, they were headlining Wembley Arena in London and the huge Tokyo Dome to 55,000 screaming fans. More high-profile support gigs with the Red Hot Chili Peppers followed.

While the band suffered some hardship with the accidental death of guitarist Mikio Fujioka late in 2017 after he fell from an observation deck and the departure of Mizuno due to health reasons the next year, Babymetal continued to tour and in 2023 announced the addition of Momoko Okazaki as Fujioka's permanent replacement. The band plays fan favorites and songs from its fourth album The Other One  at the Masonic. Opening acts on the two nights will be different, with hyper-technical British power metal band DrangonForce playing Wednesday and theatrical LA-based melodic death metallers Nekrogoblikon kicking off the show Thursday. 

Dethklok and Babymetal Wednesday-Thursday, April 24-25, 6 p.m. $75.75 The Masonic

Dave Pehling started his journalism career doing freelance writing about music in the late 1990s, eventually working as a web writer, editor and producer for KTVU.com in 2003. He moved to CBS to work as the station website's managing editor in 2015.

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