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Muir Woods Bus Tours

This is a list of tour operators that provide service to Muir Woods and other Golden Gate National Park sites.

A Capital Limousine & Sedan Services No set schedule - charter service

Alma Mater Inc. dba Bonjour Transportation No set schedule

Best Bay Area Tours 8 am–1 pm or 1:30–6:30 pm

Blue Heron Custom Tours & Travel No set schedule

City Sightseeing Corporation Departure every 30 minutes, 10 am–2 pm

Coach Coach Coach, Inc. dba Coach 21 No set schedule

Dylan’s Tours Departs 9:40 am from Fisherman’s Wharf and 10 am from Union Square, with 3–3:30 pm SF arrival

Extranomical Adventures, Inc. Daily guaranteed departures. Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off. Start at 8:00 am-8:40 am (depending on pick-up location); Return at approximately 1 pm

Gray Line of San Francisco 7:45 am to 8:30 am pick-up

Golden Horizon Travel, LLC 9 am pick-up

Incredible Adventures 8:15 am–9 am pick-up

King’s Tour, LLC No set schedule

Mercury Tours No set schedule

Minitrans Corp dba San Francisco Minibus No set schedule

Myway Tours, Inc. No set schedule

Peninsula Tour No set schedule

Portofino Tours Services aka USA Tours No set schedule

Ram Tours No set schedule

S & S Tour USA, LLC No set schedule

San Francisco Chinese Tour No set schedule

San Francisco Comprehensive Tours LLC - San Francisco Shuttle Tours 12:45 pm–5:30 pm

Tour Transport, Inc. 9 am and 1:30 pm pick-up

Tower Tours/Divine Transportation Daily Tours at 9 am and 2 pm (11 am during the summer)

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Muir Woods National Monument

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• Horseback Ride
• Napa Balloon Ride
• Safari Adventure
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Daily Muir Woods Morning and Afternoon Private Custom Tours

Trip highlights.

• Marvel at the colossal redwoods in Muir Woods.
• Sightsee along the scenic California State Route 1.
• Adventure to the shores of Muir Beach on the Pacific Ocean.
• Tour the charming Mediterranean town of Sausalito.
• View the majestic Golden Gate Bridge from the mountaintops.
• Add a Bay Cruise, Alcatraz Island, or San Francisco city tour.
• Combine Muir Woods with a wine country escapade.
• Combine Muir Woods with an exciting horseback ride.
• Combine Muir Woods with an exhilarating safari adventure.
• Add a hot air balloon or seaplane flight for an extra thrill.

Tour Description

• Alcatraz Island
• San Francisco bay cruise
• Safari animal park adventure
• Hot air balloon ride
• Horseback ride
• Seaplane flights

Tour itinerary

Dive into the Redwood Realm with our specialized daily tours to Muir Woods. Explore colossal redwoods, breathtaking coastal vistas, and the tranquil Muir Beach. Enhance your experience with optional Bay Cruises, city tours, or personalize it with visits to wine country, safaris, and more! Enjoy flexible schedules, inclusive pickups in San Francisco or Sausalito, and passionate guides dedicated to making your Muir Woods adventure unforgettable! Customized for You: Experience the Magic of Muir Woods with Our Daily Private Morning and Afternoon Tours Relax in our luxury SUVs or vans (your choice based on group size) and enjoy a completely private and personalized tour that suits your preferences and interests. After a complimentary hotel pick-up, we head north, crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge en route to Muir Woods. Traverse Mill Valley and journey along scenic California State Route 1, pausing for optional photo stops to capture the beauty of the San Francisco Bay Area and the vastness of the Pacific Ocean. At Muir Woods National Monument, embark on a self-guided tour through the serene forest of ancient redwoods. Later, indulge in some shopping at the gift shop and take a coffee break. Did you know? Three California coastal Redwoods could stand as tall as the Eiffel Tower! Capture the unique beauty of this incredible national park. Post Muir Woods, your driver escorts you to the stunning Muir Beach overlook, where hanging cliffs offer breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean's rugged coastline. Take in the spectacular vistas from the vehicle or enjoy a guided walking tour through this picturesque spot. Finally, cruise along California State Route 1 to Sausalito. Explore its shops, stroll along charming houseboats, dine, and perhaps spend the day in this coastal haven, returning to San Francisco by ferry (ferry tickets not included).

• All applicable taxes
• Complimentary pick-up and drop-off in San Francisco downtown or Sausalito
• Muir Woods National Monument & Parking reservation fees
• Four-hour private custom guided tour by luxury SUV or van (based on your choice and group size)

Not Included:

• Meals, Muir Woods entrance tickets and optional activity fees & driver’s gratuity

Tour Prices

This custom tour is conducted by luxury SUV with a professional tour guide The trip is totally private and the price is per person.

This tour is totally private and conducted luxury van (deluxe minibus). The price is per party (per group) and not per person (this is not a public tour you can join)

Included: Pick-up and drop off at your hotel in San Francisco downtown or Fisherman’s Wharf or, Sausalito, all applicable taxes, private guided tour, (this trip is totally customizable). Not included: The price does not include meals , Muir Woods tickets and driver’s gratuity (it’s customary to tip the tour guide 15% in the US) overtime and all optional activities or entrance fees.

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Muir Woods Redwood Forest and Sausalito Morning Tour

Wander among 2,000-year-old redwoods, relax in seaside Sausalito

• 1 ½ hours hiking among ancient coast sequoia trees
• Muir Woods trails to the Cathedral and Bohemian groves
• Seaside Sausalito’s art studios and craft shops
• Optional ferry return back to San Francisco (if selected)

What’s Included

• Pick up at two San Francisco hotels
• Muir Woods park entrance fee
• Muir Woods vehicle parking reservation
• Expert live guided narration (English)
• Foreign language audios in 6 languages

What’s Not Included

• Food or beverages
• Guide gratuity

Please note: Admission to Muir Woods is strictly limited and this tour frequently sells out. Book as soon as possible to guarantee your seat.

Description.

This guided Muir Woods tour from San Francisco has a relaxed pace so you can fully experience this misty giant redwood forest. The tour features a morning crossing of the foggy Golden Gate Bridge on your way to Muir Woods and a stop in the charming seaside town of Sausalito .

Nature Trails Under 250-Foot Coast Redwoods

After entering serene Muir Woods, you will walk on the nature trail through the towering Coast Redwoods protected by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1908, some over 250 feet tall.

Plants & Animals Living Under the Forest Canopy

Be on the lookout for northern spotted owls, deer, ladybugs and 13 species of ferns that have been there for more than 300 million years as you study the redwood canopy above you. Take a moment to enjoy the silence in Cathedral Grove.

Sausalito’s Charming Crafts and Seaside Restaurants

From Muir Woods, your guide will head to Sausalito, a seaside community full of charm and unforgettable views of San Francisco. On its bustling streets, you’ll have time to browse and find a lunch table with a view.

Return by Crossing Over the Golden Gate Bridge

After our excursion in Sausalito, we will make our return trip back to San Francisco but not before a stunning southbound jaunt across the Golden Gate Bridge.

Things to Know About This Tour

If you select the option to return by ferry, a ticket will be waiting for you.

Children under the age of 8 must have an appropriate child seat for the tour.

07:40 AM to 08:00 AM - Hotel Pickup, Head to Muir Woods

• Incredible bay views crossing over the Golden Gate Bridge
• Journey through picturesque Marin County to Muir Woods

9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - Free Time in the Redwood Forest

• Hike the Muir Woods Redwood Creek trail while listening to narration in your native language
• Photograph giant Coast Redwoods in Cathedral and Bohemian Groves

11:40 AM to 12:40 PM - Browse and Dine in Sausalito

• Arrive in the charming seaside town of Sausalito
• Take time to explore, shop and have lunch
• Optional Return: Take the Blue and Gold ferry to San Francisco

12:40 PM - Scenic Return to San Francisco

Return to San Francisco with the tour vehicle and conclude the tour at your pickup location

Times listed are approximations. Traffic and unforeseen events can cause delays. 

What Our Guests Are Saying About Us

I would give Extranomical 5 Stars

The bus driver was kind enough to drop me, my wife, and my mother-in-law with bad knees straight to our hotel after the tour. Great customer service!!! Thank you for a great experience!!!

Elizer Garcia, Google

Great tour!

Booking was a breeze with wonderful customer service Our driver Kimmie took the tour to a new level. Muir Woods was serene and beautiful. Price was economical and worth every cent.

Cindy Henderson, Google

We took the morning Muir Woods tour and it was great!

Phil was an awesome tour guide - he was very knowledgeable about San Fran and its history; plus, he was funny and kept us entertained. He stopped at the GGB so we could take some awesome photos on a clear, sunny day before getting us to Muir Woods before 9 so we could get in free.

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Shawn Weisner, Google

Phil was an awesome tour guide - he was very knowledgeable about San Fran and its history; plus, he was funny and kept us entertained. He stopped at the GGB so we could take some awesome photos on a clear, sunny day before getting us to Muir Woods before 9 so we could get in free. Muir Woods was beautiful - picture and words can do it justice. We had about 1.5 hours there before stopping in Sausalito on the way back for about 30 minutes. While we weren't there long, we were happy with the 30 minutes to bask in the sunlight while sitting on the water (we could have chosen to stay longer and take the ferry back to SF, but we had plans for the afternoon). We can't give Phil enough praise. If we ever make it back to San Fran, we will definitely use Extranomical Tours again - and, we would want Phil to be our guide!

I really enjoyed the half day Muir Woods tour to Sausalito

I really enjoyed the half day Muir Woods tour to Sausalito. Lars was a great guide, friendly and punctual and provided great commentary on the neighborhoods we drove through, across the bridge and on to Muir Woods.

Samantha Colden, Google

I really enjoyed the half day Muir Woods tour to Sausalito. Lars was a great guide, friendly and punctual and provided great commentary on the neighborhoods we drove through, across the bridge and on to Muir Woods. Even though I've been to San Francisco quite a few times, I still learned lots of new things! We even squeezed in a Golden Gate Bridge photo stop! Before we got to Muir Woods, Lars gave us lots of information about the area and when we got there we had almost a full 2 hours to walk around the woods on our own - note though, we each had to pay $10 admission to enter the woods, it's the new Muir rules. After the woods, we went to Sausalito where you could get the ferry or drive back with Lars into the city. If we headed back into the city, we had about 45 minutes in Sausalito which was plenty of time for a quick bite or a stroll up and down the main street. Lars was kind enough to drop me off exactly where I wanted to go in Fisherman's Wharf which was much appreciated. The tour was exactly what I wanted with Muir Woods, a taste of Sausalito and a value added tour guide!

Steve was an awesome tour guide

My husband and I had a great morning tour of The San Francisco area, heading into Muir Woods, Steve was an awesome tour guide. Our last stop was Sausalito, a beautiful city on the water, we had the option to stay there the rest of the afternoon.

Hillary Grabowsk, Google

My husband and I had a great morning tour of The San Francisco area, heading into Muir Woods, Steve was an awesome tour guide. Our last stop was Sausalito, a beautiful city on the water, we had the option to stay there the rest of the afternoon. I recommend that option if your schedule allows. We had a great lunch at Scoma's (recommended by Steve) with views overlooking the bay. Plus there is great shopping in the city. You can take a ferry ride back into San Francisco. We highly recommend the AM Muir Woods Tour, the price was also very reasonable.

Fantastic day with Ross!

Our Muir Woods tour guide was Ross and he picked us up on time, was extremely friendly, and had great tidbits of extra information for us along the way. Ross took us on a "surprise" detour to a lookout point so that we could see the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline.

Elina Skripochnik, Google

Our Muir Woods tour guide was Ross and he picked us up on time, was extremely friendly, and had great tidbits of extra information for us along the way. Ross took us on a "surprise" detour to a lookout point so that we could see the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline. The tour itself was great; we had about 2 hours to ourselves in the woods early in the morning (which was great because by the time we were finishing up, it was becoming crowded), then we headed to Sausalito for lunch with the option to stay longer and take a ferry back on our own. While on the tourbus Ross gave us background and useful information, and then once we were in the woods or in Sausalito we were given our own free time to explore at our leisure.

Our tour guide was excellent.

Very knowledgeable and very amusing. Kept us entertained throughout. Well worth it. I also recommend the ferry trip back from Sausalito to San Francisco. We were lucky to have beautiful weather and excellent views of the Golden Gate Bridge. All in all an excellent tour.

Marion Williams, Google

Very knowledgeable and very amusing. Kept us entertained throughout. Well worth it. I also recommend the ferry trip back from Sausalito to San Francisco. We were lucky to have beautiful weather and excellent views of the Golden Gate Bridge. All in all an excellent tour. The Woods of course speak for themselves! Not enough time spent in them is the only downside of the day.

This was a great tour from beginning to end!

The driver was great and maneuvered the bus through the winding roads of Muir Woods with ease! The tour was organized and very COVID friendly. Beautiful sites and smells of California.

Susan Rigby, TripAdvisor

Wonderful time in Muir Woods!

We had a great time at muir Woods. The bus ride up was great and the return ferry ride back was an excellent way to see the bay!

Lisa Smith, TripAdvisor

Great trip to a gorgeous place.

We didn’t realize the return trip included an hour and 1/2 stop in Sausalito which was plenty of time to walk around and take photos. Also the stop to take pictures of the GG Bridge was outstanding. Jerry, our driver/guide provided interesting commentary and recommendations along the way. All in all, a most enjoyable day trip.

Elizabeth Tanaka, TripAdvisor

Bus ride to Muir Wood with tour guide is great

You learn some history of the places. Muir Woods is beautiful. Sausalito has great places to shop and eat. Ferry ride from Sausalito to SFO was also beautiful. More time in Muir Woods would have been better.

Rizzel Pineda, TripAdvisor

Tour was super easy to book and communicate with staff

My boyfriend and I did the bus tour to Muir woods from the Zaphry hotel and then elected to book a ferry from Sausalito back to Pier 39. We parked in the pier 39 parking structure (cost $60) and then walked to the hotel. Our tour guide, Tammy was amazing!

Amanda876876, TripAdvisor

My boyfriend and I did the bus tour to Muir woods from the Zaphry hotel and then elected to book a ferry from Sausalito back to Pier 39. We parked in the pier 39 parking structure (cost $60) and then walked to the hotel. Our tour guide, Tammy was amazing! Super fun and made the trip! Had about 1 hour and 40 minutes to enjoy Muir woods. Highly recommend. We had to change plans last minute for pickup and the staff easily assisted us without issue. Had a great time!!

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Award-winning tours & customer service, money back guarantee, 2000+ 5-star reviews, worry free cancellation, 460,000+ happy guests since 2002, is admission to the park included.

Yes. The Muir Woods park entrance fee is included in your tour cost.

Will I see the Golden Gate Bridge?

Yes. You will cross the Golden Gate Bridge on your way to Muir Woods and again on your return. Weather and time permitting, we will make a stop for photographs.

Is the Muir Woods tour guided? In what languages?

Yes. The live tour to Muir Woods is fully guided in English. For foreign language speakers, we offer recorded audio guides in: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, and Japanese. Please specify your preferred language when booking. Guided tours are not permitted inside the park.

How difficult is the Muir Woods hike?

Very easy as long as you stay on the main Redwood Creek trail. The loop trail to Bridge 3 is a bit less than two miles on a mostly paved and flat walkway.

What should I wear?

Muir Woods can be chilly in the morning and is nearly always shaded by the forest canopy. It’s best to dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes or sandals. High heels or flip-flops are not recommended. Bring along a waterproof top layer in case of rain.

What should I bring?

Bring a camera or phone, water bottle, hat, sunscreen, umbrella (if the forecast calls for rain), and cash or a credit card for snacks and souvenirs.

Are meals included? Can I buy or bring my own?

Meals are not included. Picnics are not allowed in the park. There is a small café just inside the entry gate but it is best to have a meal before the tour so you don’t spend precious time standing in line for food.

How much time do we spend in Muir Woods?

Muir Woods is extremely popular and officials strictly limit the time for visitors. You will spend about 1.5 hours exploring the ancient redwoods and other endangered creatures along Redwood Creek trail.

How much time do we spend in Sausalito?

If you return to San Francisco on the tour vehicle, you will have approximately an hour in Sausalito. If you’d like to spend more time in Sausalito, there is an option to return to Pier 41 in San Francisco on the bay ferry.

What should I know about the ferry option back to San Francisco from Sausalito?

The Sausalito/San Francisco ferry is super fun and offers not-to-miss photos of Alcatraz and the San Francisco skyline. The return ferry has multiple afternoon departures so you can spend as much time as you like in Sausalito! If you’d like to return via ferry, just add the tickets at check out. Note: you will be responsible for transportation from Pier 41 back to your hotel.

Where do we stop for lunch? How long is the stop?

Sausalito is a picture-perfect spot for lunch and there are several restaurants on the bay’s shore where you can enjoy a meal during the hour-long stop.

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Only about 16 miles north of San Francisco grows the famous ancient coastal redwood forest known as Muir Woods National Monument.

The park offers solitude, interpretive displays and programs, and numerous hiking trails. It’s an unforgettable place to visit if you’re in the Bay Area and one of the most popular day trips from San Francisco. In other words, you really can’t visit San Francisco and not hike through Muir Woods.

Use this site to explore the best ways of getting up to Muir Woods , whether you just want to take advantage of our shuttle to Muir Woods from Sausalito or go on a proper tour and bike across the Golden Gate Bridge. Once you have your transportation covered, don’t forget to check out our Muir Woods guides to learn more about the Muir Woods National Monument.

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Muir Woods Tours from San Francisco

This post compares and reviews tours to and from Muir Woods National Park.

We include organized bus tours from in and around San Francisco as well as how to visit the park on your own via a shuttle. Let's explore!

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WHY VISIT MUIR WOODS

The Muir Woods National Monument is an area just a short scenic drive north of San Francisco in Marin County, California.

The Muir Woods is famous for its beautiful coast redwood trees, which can reach a staggering height of more than 300 feet (92 meters) and live for over 1,000 years!

The tallest tree in Muir Woods is 258 feet (79 meters) tall and an astonishing 1,200 years old . Sure enough, these are among the tallest living things in the entire world!

There are 6 miles (10 km) of trails throughout Muir Woods National Monument, allowing visitors to choose from several different hiking routes.

When does Muir Woods open and close?

Muir Woods is open from 8 am to 5 pm (or 8 pm per the time of year). In every season, it closes at sunset.

What is the best time to visit Muir Woods?

The best time to go to Muir Woods is in the spring or fall, early in the morning or late in the afternoon on weekdays. In other words, the best time to visit Muir Woods is from May to October.

Is Muir Woods a difficult hike?

Muir Woods has trails for people of all skill levels, from easy to intermediate. Basically, the answer to this question depends on the trail you choose.

How long does a Muir Woods tour take place?

The tour itself takes 2 hours for a skilled person. But you must be prepared to spend 3 to 5 hours on this excursion, including your travel to and from Muir Woods.

Can you go to Muir Woods without reservation?

Technically, yes. If you arrive by foot, bicycle, or tour bus, you won't need to make a reservation. However, if you plan to drive there yourself, you will need to reserve a spot.

If you drive there without a reservation, you will have to return. At Muir Woods, you must make parking and/or bus service reservations.

The reason for this is that the national park has become much more popular in recent years and there is limited parking available. Due to safety concerns, they now require reservations to be made in advance for all vehicles.

Can you take an Uber to Muir Woods?

It is possible to take an Uber to Muir Woods, but it can be expensive (about $50 to $80 one-way from San Francisco) and hard to find a ride back.

We recommend a tour bus or other accommodations instead.

Muir Woods or Redwood National Forest?

Both the Muir Woods and the Redwood National Forest are beautiful national parks in the state of California.

The two are often confused as both feature old-growth coastal redwood forests full of these massive, ancient 1,000-year-old trees ( Sequoia sempervirens).

However, Muir Woods is much closer to San Francisco and receives a greater number of annual visitors. 

Redwood National Forest is more than 300 miles north of San Francisco, is much larger, and is much less visited.

So, which should you choose to visit during your trip to California? It depends on how much time you have.

Redwoods National Forest

It's 300 miles (483 km) north of San Francisco, so best for those who have the time to dedicate a full day to travel to and from the forest.

It's much larger and quieter, thus ideal for those truly looking for an escape. 

A beautiful forest that is just a 40-minute drive from San Francisco. Smaller than Redwoods National Forest, but features the same type of trees.

GUIDED TOURS OF MUIR WOODS

Each of the following companies offers tours to Muir Woods.

San Francisco Skyline Sightseeing, Gray Line, and Tower Tours lead combination tours that include tours of Sausalito, Sonoma, and/or highlights of San Francisco.

Most tour companies spend between 1.5 to 2 hours in the forest.

As noted below, some companies (such as Skyline Sightseeing and Gray Line) are more transportation services rather than tours, as there is limited guided commentary off of the coach.

Prices range from $50 to over $100 per adult, depending on what other activities are combined with the trip to Muir Woods. 

Skyline Sightseeing Tours (formerly City Sightseeing)

Skyline Sightseeing Tours are classic hop-off-hop-on bus tours that take visitors to several different tourist destinations.

They offer several options that include Muir Woods, including the option to add-on a return ferry to San Francisco (Pier 41), for those who want to spend more time in Sausalito then is included in the tour. 

While on the ferry, you'll pass by Alcatraz Island and get a chance to see this historic site from afar. You'll also enjoy excellent views of the waterfront around Fisherman's Wharf!

This outfit offers complimentary hotel pickup. 

Tours to Muir Woods National Monument with Skyline Sightseeing receive generally positive reviews, with many guests praising the ease of transportation.

Some guests found the tour pick-up/drop-off schedule to be somewhat restrictive, however, this is a common complaint among all organized tours to Muir Woods.

Overall, visitors who traveled with Skyline Sightseeing found the experience very enjoyable and straightforward.

Muir Woods and Sausalito (with optional Ferry back to San Francisco)

• Standard Ticket (without ferry): $82 Adults / $58 Children 
• Departs daily at 9 am and 1 pm from San Francisco with multiple departures from Sausalito daily
• Duration: 4-6 hours
• More info and to book .

Muir Woods and 1 Day City Hop-on-Hop-Off Ticket

• Standard Ticket (without ferry): $129.99 Adults / $84.99 Children 

Muir Woods and Wine Country Tour

This is a 9-hour tour that combines some of Sonoma's best wineries with a stop at Muir Woods. It operates daily at 9 am year-round.  

Be sure to read our post on Sonoma and Napa Valley  wine tours.

• $159.99 - Adult
• $115.99 - Child
• More info and to purchase .

Read more about their hop-on-hop-off city, and Alcatraz tours . 

Dylan's Tours

Dylan’s Tours offer intimate, guided bus tours of San Francisco and the surrounding area, including some trips that will take you to the Muir Woods.

Their main service is a combo tour which includes both Dylan’s Famous Tour and a trip to Muir Woods.

During their San Francisco tour, you’ll visit sites such as Haight-Ashbury, Pacific Heights, and North Beach.

In addition to those options, this company also offers combo packages which include bike rides, a trip to Alcatraz, and more.

Dylan’s Tours is perhaps most well-known for its small group sizes and knowledgeable guides.

Their fleet of mini-buses allows for a more intimate experience than most of the other tour companies included on this list.

A vast majority of guests give this tour company a full 5 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor. Dylan’s Tours is reported to be very well organized and always on time.

Guides are also complimented for their impressive knowledge and likability. 

In fact, some guests liken the experience to a close friend driving them around for the day. Negative reviews are rare and usually the result of extenuating circumstances.

San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Alcatraz Tour

• $175 – Adults | $119 – Children 
• Departs daily at 8:30 am
• Duration: 8 hours
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San Francisco, Sausalito, and Muir Woods Tour

• $129 – Adults | $69 – Children 
• Duration: 7 hours

Golden Gate Bridge Bike Ride + Muir Woods Tour

• $105 per person 
• Departs daily at 8:15 am
• Duration: 6 hours
• Not currently available as of December 2022.

Gray Line Tours

There are 3 different tours to Muir Woods National Monument offered by Gray Line Tours:

• (1) Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour
• (2) San Francisco City Tour & Muir Woods
• (3) Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Bay Cruise.  

As each of these tours to Muir Woods includes a visit to a second location, time is inevitably limited at each stop.

You can expect the tour of San Francisco to include several stops in the Fisherman's Wharf area, Chinatown, and beyond!

The seaside town of Sausalito is a great place to visit if you want to find some of the best boutiques, cafes, and restaurants in the Bay Area.

All tours include admission to Muir Woods and hotel pick-up/drop-off during the morning tour.

The Gray Line Tour reviews are very positive, as many compliment the quality of the guides and the ease of transportation.

Some guests complain about the confusion regarding the hotel pick-up location, so be sure to check your confirmation email ahead of time. 

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour  

This tour brings guests to Muir Woods for 75 minutes and then to Sausalito for another hour.

Guests can choose to extend their stay and pay for their own ferry ride back if they wish.  (4-hour tour).  

This ticket includes the $10 adult admission fee to the park, so as it stands, it's a better value than Skyline Sightseeing's similar tour.

• Without Ferry Ticket: $89 Adult | $69 Child (5-11) | Free for under 5
• With Ferry Ticket: $105 Adult | $79 Child (5-11) | Free for under 5
• Departs daily at various times (4-hour tour)
• More info or to book . 

San Francisco City Tour & Muir Woods  

This tour spends a large majority of the tour in the city in neighborhoods such as Fisherman's Wharf rather than in Muir Woods.

In some instances, guests who chose to depart in the late afternoon were not able to visit the Muir Woods because of its early seasonal closure.  

• $139 - Adult | $96 Child (5-11) | Free for under 5
• Departs daily at 8:40 am

Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Bay Cruise

Finally, guests may take the Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Bay Cruise, which allows visitors to enjoy three sceneries: the woods, the water, and the quaint city of Sausalito.

• $110 Adult | $80 Child (5-11) | Free for under 5
• Departs daily at various times (5.5-hour tour)

Tower Tours

In addition to their many other tours, Tower Tours also offers a tour of Muir Woods, which departs 3x daily and can be combined with other attractions:

• (1) Muir Woods Tour
• (2) Muir Woods Tour + Sausalito Ferry
• (3) Muir Woods Tours + Aquarium of the Bay
• (4) and Muir Woods Tour + Golden Gate Bay Cruise.  

Like the CitySightseeing tour to Muir Woods, this tour is more of a transportation service than a guided tour.

Guests are allowed "up to 1.5 hours" in the forest, though traffic may affect the allotted time.  

They too offer complimentary hotel pick-up from most hotels.

The Muir Woods Tour by Tower Tours is a highly-rated tour with excellent reviews.

Though this company maintains a 4-star rating on TripAdvisor, most of the reviews for their Muir Woods Tour are 5 stars. 

Muir Woods Tour

• $85 - Adults | $55 - Child
• Departs daily at 9 am
• Duration: 3.5 hours

  Muir Woods Tours + Aquarium of the Bay

• $119 - Adults | $79 - Child
• Duration: 5 hours

Muir Woods Tour + Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• $125 - Adults | $85 - Child

Muir Woods Tour + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

• $145 - Adults | $105 - Child

Muir Woods Tour + Sausalito + Wine Country

• $175 - Adults | $105 - Child

Extranomical Tours

Extranomical has perhaps the largest selection of tours of any bus company in the San Francisco Bay Area.

They offer several trips to Muir Woods, most of which are combined with other tourist destinations such as Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, and Sausalito.

Guests are allowed up to 2 hours to explore Muir Woods on their own, during which time they can also buy lunch or hike a particular trail.

Their tours include free pick-up and drop-off at almost any hotel in San Francisco, making the door-to-door service very convenient. 

With a 4 ½ star rating on TripAdvisor and a 4-star rating on Yelp, it’s safe to say that most guests of Extranomical Tours have a great time. 

Most of the negative reviews seem to be centered around scheduling conflicts, but sometimes it’s impossible to foresee issues such as these.

If the only issues with this service are a few random, unforeseen problems with their schedule, that’s a pretty good sign.

Almost every other similar service has received complaints about the bus either being late or broken, so it’s worth noting that Extranomical does not appear to have these problems.

Muir Woods Expedition 

• $89 - Adult | $65 - Child (11 and under) 
• Departing daily @8:15 am and 1:20 pm

Muir Woods Expedition & San Francisco Ferry 

• $104 - Adult | $79 - Child (11 and under) 
• Departing daily @9:30 and 1:20 pm.

Muir Woods and Wine Country (Sonoma and Napa Valley)  

• $169 - Adult | $122 - Child (10 and under)
• Visit Muir Woods and 3 wineries. 
• Departing daily @8 am.

Tom Martell's Famous Muir Woods Tours

Tom Martell's Famous Muir Woods Tours is a small company owned and run by Tom Martell, a naturist and experienced Muir Woods guide.

Tom's tours are fully escorted and aim to inform guests about the flora and fauna of the area, the Redwoods themselves, Indian customs, park and local history, and folklore.

Tom promises that he is "here to give you a glimpse into the life of the forest, not to steer you to the gift shop or hurry you along."

The tour covers 2-4 miles and includes water, snacks, fruit juice, and complimentary pick-up at your San Francisco hotel and drop-off at the Sausalito Ferry.

NOTE: Tom is currently running private tours only . 

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SELF-GUIDED TOURS OF MUIR WOODS

Guests who prefer to hike around Muir Woods on their own or who choose not to use a tour company to travel there can follow several different self-guided walks around the park.

Each ranges immensely in terms of distance and time/difficulty level. 

View the Most Popular Muir Woods Day Hikes and the NPS Map of Muir Woods to plan your visit. 

NOTE: Admission to Muir Woods is now free for all US Veterans and Gold Star Families. Fourth Graders can also visit for free!

COMBO PASSES / DISCOUNTS

Gocity san francisco pass.

This company sells 2 different discount passes that sometimes include visits to Muir Woods:

• All-Inclusive Pass
• Explorer Pass

The All-Inclusive Pass is valid for a 7-day period during which guests are allowed to visit all attractions included on their list.

The Explorer Pass allows you to pick the specific activities you want rather than paying one flat price for everything.

The latter option is more expensive but does give guests access to many more sites.  

NOTE: As of December 2022, these passes no longer include a trip to Muir Woods, but that may change in the near future.

Groupon, Living Social, and GoldStar 

Additionally, there are several other discount websites such as Groupon and   LivingSocial , that periodically offer discounted tours to Muir Woods.

These companies update their deals on a regular basis, so be sure to check each website to learn more about what special discounts are on offer. 

HOW TO GET TO MUIR WOODS

Located just 12 miles north of San Francisco, the address for Muir Woods National Monument is 1 Muir Woods Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941 ( map ).  

Muir Woods National Monument is open 365 days a year and does not require reservations (unless you are parking).

The forest opens every morning at 8 am and then closes between 5-8 pm depending on the time of year.

For the most up-to-date information, check the National Park Service website.

There is a $15 entrance fee to Muir Woods for those 16 and older. Those under 16 years old are free. This fee is in addition to the optional reservation and parking fees below.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Reservations are required for those driving their own vehicle and those taking the Muir Shuttle.

We have a detailed post on  how to park at Muir Woods , but below is a summary.

Visitors arriving by foot, bicycle, or tour bus are not required to make a reservation.

Reservation fees  (in addition to the park entrance cost):

• A parking reservation fee is $8 per vehicle in addition to the park entrance fee.
• Shuttle bus reservations cost $3 per person, age 16 or older. There is no reservation fee for those under 16, but you still must make a reservation for them.

When to make reservations:

Reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance on a rolling basis.

A limited number of reservations will be held back and released five (5) days in advance to provide access for visitors who were unable to plan their trip further in advance.  

Demand for parking and shuttle reservations will be high  so reserving far in advance is recommended .  

How to make my reservation:

See the  Go Muir Woods  website or call 1-800-410-2419

DIFFERENT WAYS TO GET TO MUIR WOODS

In addition to the information below, you might also want to check our post covering ways to get to Muir Woods .

Via Muir Woods Shuttle:

This is the most common way people get to Muir Woods without a car (outside of taking a guided tour from San Francisco).

This is a seasonal shuttle that services Muir Woods National Moment. 

The round-trip fare for adults is just $5 and free for guests aged 15 and under. (Be sure to make reservations. See above ).

There are 3 different shuttle stop locations from which visitors can take the shuttle, none of which are in San Francisco proper.  

Most visitors to San Francisco will take the ferry to Sausalito, which costs $11.50 each way for passengers aged 5 to 64 (free otherwise). 

• Marin City Hub   (Donahue & Terners)
• Sausalito Ferry Terminal   (Bay & Bridgeway)
• Pohono Street Park & Rid e  (100 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley CA)

Read our post on how to take the Muir Woods shuttle .

Via Public Transportation (without Muir Woods Shuttle): 

As the Muir Woods Shuttle only operates seasonally, guests who hope to visit the forest via public transportation might find the trip to be rather long and confusing during the winter months.

The trip takes roughly 2 hours on public transportation from downtown San Francisco to Muir Woods National Monument. 

Click here to see precise routes and timetables.  

By Car: 

Visitors can also opt to drive to Muir Woods National Monument. It is only about a 40-minute drive, however, can take much longer if traveling during heavy traffic. 

Y ou must make a reservation for parking . (See above ).

If all spots are reserved for your chosen date, you may want to look into taking the Muir Woods Shuttle or even a guided tour with one of the companies suggested below.

Via Guided Tour:

Finally, guests can also visit the Muir Woods with a guided tour company that brings visitors directly into the heart of the park.

For more information about guided tours of the Muir Woods, please see the following section . 

Important: Pets, bicycles, smoking, horseback riding, and camping are not permitted within the park. Food is not permitted in the forest.

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An excellent reason to visit the Bay Area of California is to visit Muir Woods National Monument . What makes Muir Woods so special and different is its acres of giant, ancient redwood trees.

Muir Woods can make you humble. It’s not just the size of these enormous trees, at nearly 300 feet tall, that is difficult to document in a photograph. Or how the trees soar into space like a green cathedral.

Personally, I find visiting Muir Woods a spiritual, meditative experience. Indeed the sign at Cathedral Grove tells visitors to “enter quietly.” Many logs have a green coat of moss, while ferns and other verdant bushes cover the ground.

There are six miles of hiking trails at Muir Woods, named for pioneering naturalist and ‘father of the National Parks’ John Muir . The main trail is only about a mile. Beginning at the visitor’s center, it circles Redwood Creek on both sides of the stream.

The forest floor is fairly flat. Wood decking makes much of the loop trail accessible to wheelchair users and strollers, both of which I saw on my recent visit.

Some of the trees are split on the bottom, making for selfies “inside the redwood.” The history of Muir Woods is also interesting, both for the struggle to preserve it and because the founding members of the UN met there on May 19, 1945. The meeting was held “to honor the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, thirty-first President of the United States, Chief Architect of the United Nations and apostle of lasting peace for all mankind.” FDR had died of a stroke in April 1945.

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Cross section of a giant redwood tree in Muir Woods National Monument, dating back to 909 AD. The ... [+] annual rings are marked with historical events. The tree was 1021 years old when it fell. Mount Tamalpais, Marin County, CA, USA.

Yet the 80 years since the end of World War II and the conference are but a blip in the life of a redwood. Individual redwood trees are far older than the 250-year-old United States in which they reside. Indeed, a slice of one redwood tree shows it was already 150 years old when William the Conqueror won the battle of Hastings in 1066. Another, which pre-dates the building of cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde in 1100, was born in 909AD.

Nonetheless, the redwood was regarded as a resource. According to a guide, 96% of California’s redwoods were cut down from the 19th century to today.

What makes redwood lumber so beloved? Builders appreciated the remarkably strong, gorgeous wood that launched a million California decks. At my first home in West Hollywood, I installed a redwood deck. It was beautiful, and the tannins in the redwood made it resistant to bugs.

Now, redwood is hard to find at your local Home Depot. But find the towering redwoods at Muir Woods you will.

Muir Woods National Monument remains home to one of the largest surviving groups of the biggest trees on earth.

MILL VALLEY, CA - AUGUST 20: Coastal Redwood trees stand at Muir Woods National Monument on August ... [+] 20, 2013 in Mill Valley, California. A four-year study by the Save the Redwoods League called "the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative" found that due to changing environmental conditions, California's coast redwoods and giant sequoias are experiencing an unprecedented growth surge and have produced more wood over the past century than any other time in their lives. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

These are the coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) .The coastal redwoods grow from the Central California coast north into Oregon. They grow best in moderate temperatures and near or in streams. Steelhead trout and coho salmon swim into the streams when they swell with rain to spawn.

Muir Woods and Redwood National Park, also in California, remains home to some of earth’s tallest living things. The largest tree at Redwood National Park measures 379 feet tall with a 22-foot diameter. Its bark alone is 12 inches thick.

While the redwoods at Muir Woods are not quite as tall, they still reach an awe-inspiring height. The tallest at Muir is over 258 high, the height of a 23-story building.

At up to 2000 years old, the coast redwoods are also among the oldest living things on earth, although smaller Bristlecone pines are believed to live more than 4700 years. The mature redwoods at Muir range in age from 500 to perhaps 1000 years old.

The redwoods of Muir Woods have survived fires and floods, as well as the logging that took down so many of their brethren.

Muir Woods National Monument

Admission to the park is $15. You’ll need to make a reservation for parking. Like the redwoods, Muir Woods was in danger of being loved to death, so the National Parks Service instituted its first reservation system there.

Muir Woods is about an hour from San Francisco by rental car or tour bus. It’s a drive along a winding road after one crosses the Golden Gate. The journey is part of the destination, as the nearby headlands provide a spectacular view of San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.

The reservation system helps, but the roads to Muir Woods can be crowded with cars and bikes. Bus tours that will pick you up from San Francisco and leave the driving to them are available from TripAdvisor , Viator and many others. The price is often less than $100 per person, including admission.

Parking and shuttle reservations can be made here . If you choose not to drive but to take the ferry to Larkspur Landing or the Sausalito Ferry Terminal, you don’t have to pay for parking but will need shuttle reservations both ways.

Muir Woods National Monument is located on the Pacific coast of southwestern Marin County, ... [+] California, north of San Francisco and part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

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Muir woods shuttle starts for the 2024 season.

From Larkspur Ferry Terminal

Starting now, the shuttle from the Larkspur Ferry Terminal  to Muir Woods National Monument will run every weekend and holiday until October 2024. 

Visitors to Muir Woods have the option to take the ferry to Larkspur or to park at the terminal for free, and ride on the Muir Woods Shuttle. 

From Sausalito Ferry Terminal

Starting Monday, June 17, 2024 , the Muir Woods Shuttle will offer Monday to Friday service from the Sausalito Ferry Terminal . 

Reservation is required for both shuttles. Please visit  gomuirwoods.com  to purchase tickets. Reservations are available 3 month in advance. 

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City Sightseeing Moscow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

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• Red Route runs from 10:00am - 6:00pm, every 25 minutes. Duration - 60 minutes. First stop - Bolotnaya Square.
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• Green Route runs from 10:00am - 6:00pm, every 60 minutes. Duration - 120 minutes. First stop - Bolotnaya Square.
• Orange Route (currently suspended) runs from 10:30am - 6:30pm, every 30 minutes. Duration - 140 minutes. First stop - Museum of Cosmonautics
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• Boat tour operates 5th May - 20th October, from 11:30am - 6:30pm. Duration - 60 minutes. Meeting point - Zaryadye Park Pier.
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• DebbJ 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great way to get oriented to Moscow We started our Moscow experience with the hop on hop off. It was a great way to get orientated to the city. The additional optional tours were also good, we did the Metro tour which I highly recommend, we also paid for the Kremlin tour. The hop on hop off has three different lines all included. Only fault was the bus was sometimes full and you had to wait for the next one which was about 15 minutes (in the cold). Read more Written January 6, 2020
• UmaDelhi 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 2 days are required Very very good audio guides- the voice quality was also good and also the anecdotes of history were brilliant. Russia is truly beautiful Read more Written September 1, 2019
• BeverleyT 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Boat trip - TERRIBLE We got on the bus, but couldn’t buy a 1 day ticket. They suggested we do the 1 hour boat trip and said they would drop us to the dock. 1) they dropped us in the wrong place 2) they were lost because of the marathon Then the boat, after we finally found it: 1) stinking fumes, actually gagging 2) no commentary, in fact, no interaction unless you begged 3) offered us 2 for 1 icecreams as they had melted and refrozen as the fridge gets turned off at night Honestly, we enjoyed the afternoon in the boat but spent all of it laughing at just how awful it was!!! The worst thing in Moscow! Read more Written August 18, 2019
• niruDurbs 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Not the best value for the price The ticket is quite expensive and covers three different routes in a 24 hour period. The red route is quite exciting and takes about an hour. The bus comes every 10 to 15 minutes. However the other two routes take about two hours each and buses come every 30 to 40 minute period. If the bus is full then you have to wait at the stop for the next bus. So personally I feel that not much can be seen this way. I definitely was not impressed. However it must be noted that one can learn a lot about the history of Moscow Read more Written July 3, 2019
• IrishCueTravel 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles SLO Motion Not all their fault , but if you plan on trying this Attraction be patient! Traffic is a big problem first and foremost. But to add additional unnecessary delays; the bus stops at each site for 15 minutes at a time or More ! I gave up half way through ( 45 minutes) ; and walked back to the starting point in 10 minutes! Read more Written June 4, 2019
• michael g 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Worst hop on/hop off EVER Waited for 40 minutes in the cold rain for a bus that never came... unacceptable. Traffic is so bad that when on a bus the previos day it was barely moving. My advice-get a subway pass and a good travel guide book and do sightseeing on your own! Read more Written October 24, 2018
• Rebecca J 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Boat element was excellent We purchased a ticket online for the boat and bus for 2 days. The boat element was wonderful, we saw some amazing parts of Moscow along the river side. The bus element was very disappointing as it only started at 10am and was finished by 6:30pm. It was extremely warm when we were there and it would have been great to do the tour in the cool of the day. There was also no air conditioning in the down stairs part of the bus. They also turned away passengers at one of the stops as the bus was full and there was not another bus for 40 minutes. Read more Written September 26, 2018
• Monismith2014 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles it was very enjoyable it was very interesting seeing things we saw walking around from the bus. so much more to see. we had a lot better view of the attractions from the height of the bus.also the bus was reasonable slow which gave us time enough for photos. it stopped at sparrow hill for 10 minutes for picture taking Read more Written September 20, 2018
• fati666222 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles The best way to see Moscow We did both routes but if you have little time then only do the red route.Its very informative and it takes you to the important sights.The staff on the bus are very friendly and helpful. Read more Written August 20, 2018
• adolfo17 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles The worst hope-on hope-off service I've ever seen Diffiult to understand the route maps and stops. Staff wouldn't help either. Lengthy stops. No air conditioning. Read more Written August 4, 2018
• Peter F 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Two Routes There is a short red route which depending on the traffic takes about an hour. The route is generally around the Red Square area. The ear phones were small and sometimes the commentary did not link up with the sites you were seeing. The green bus takes you on a longer route and ours took two and a half hours due to the heavy traffic. I would not recommend this trip unless it is raining or you want to fill in time. The sights we saw were nothing outstanding with plenty of time at certain stops for photos. Also the driver stop for a bite to eat at one stop. Read more Written July 30, 2018
• Bernardo P 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Boat Trips Moscow, Russia Yesterday, I booked a boat trip with the GetYourGuide.com web page and was totally horrible, didn’t have audio guide as it shows on the picture-Nobody Talk-. The girl on the picture-light blue bag-ask for 100 Rubles for show her the QR Code while I had the Booking and PIN number cause she must see the vessel name-Didn’t say nothing and after she said board any vessel. I suggest take the trip and pay on site, avoid fake internet pages, there are many other services with a lot of entertainment, don’t take this ones. Read more Written July 14, 2018
• Kathrynowl91 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Good way to see some sites We usually do these tours when we travel. They get you round and you see the sight . The traffic is quite heavy so it is a bit slow but there is not a lot they can do about it. We only did the red route. Just a note people don’t queue here when the bus comes it’s a bit of a free for all. Read more Written July 13, 2018
• Daniyal91 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Was Ok.! Started our tour of moscow from here, We had got the 2 Day Pass with the boat ride. The route and the map was good but not well managed. The bus didn't stop at many points. Were were unaware a couple of times at what point we were and missed them. Headphones and maps were provided. Would recommend one should check out the route map before going and decide which places to stop in advance, this way one can manage and enjoy the tour more and us it more effectively.! The boat ride was Ok, a little crowded. No guide provided, just a boat ride with restaurant service Read more Written July 12, 2018
• WilliamDyer 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Poor service on boat and too many waiting times on buses For the price, you should expect at minimum English speaking tour guides with decent experience, but at least in my case that did not happen both in buses and boats. And in the boat even tough we were 90% English speaking tourist at least, the tour guide spoke 95% of the time in Russia, and only 3 sentences in English, I really counted how many times she spoke in English. And at the end she asks us if we have any questions? Of course I told her I couldn’t ask her anything since I didn’t understand 95% of what she was saying. The boat tour is not worth it, just take the bus that would be my advice. Second minus is the waiting times, in the boat they made us wait an hour before it departed, and in many stops with the buses waiting times of 20-30 minutes. I actually think I lost that day around 2 hours doing nothing. Be careful. Read more Written July 10, 2018

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