Explore San Francisco with flexible Red Route stops
24 hours
24-hour bus tour, audio guide
Explore San Francisco from an open-top sightseeing bus and shape your day around the Red Route. Stop where you want to explore, then continue when you’re ready.
Product ID: TPW8BR
Redeem your QR code at the Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center, then use the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your digital ticket.
Buses operate on the Day Tour (Red Route) from 10:00am–5:00pm, with buses about every 15 minutes. Route, stops, and frequency are subject to change.
A full loop without hopping off takes approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center, 99 Jefferson St
With an exceptional track record and glowing feedback, this bike rental and tour company clearly knows how to deliver memorable San Francisco cycling experiences. The guides consistently earn high praise, with names like Eli, Orla, Toro, Marcus, Ronaldo, and Reid mentioned repeatedly for their knowledge, friendliness, and ability to make tours genuinely fun. The e-bikes get thumbs up for being easy to ride and well-maintained, making the journey across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito accessible for various fitness levels. The staff excels at getting people set up quickly with great route recommendations, and the overall service feels professional yet personal. Several reviewers specifically appreciated photographers who captured their experience and guides who shared local insights along the way. One helpful tip from the reviews: expect a busy bridge and watch for serious cyclists.
Our tour with Blazing Saddles was fantastic! Marcus was an amazing guide who shared the wonderful history of San Francisco, great stories, and lots of knowledge of local restaurants! He took the time to check in regularly with everyone and be sure all were taken care of. His partner on the tour, Oscar, kept everyone together and made sure all knew how to manage their bikes. A wonderful time!
T McGarvey
September 1, 2026
Our tour with Blazing Saddles was fantastic! Marcus was an amazing guide who shared the wonderful history of San Francisco, great stories, and lots of knowledge of local restaurants! He took the time to check in regularly with everyone and be sure all were taken care of. His partner on the tour, Oscar, kept everyone together and made sure all knew how to manage their bikes. A wonderful time!
T McGarvey
September 1, 2026
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