Things to do in Palo Alto

    Discover amazing Palo Alto activities and premium in-home experiences.

    Palo Alto is a picturesque destination in Bay Area, where you'll find local food tours. Whether you're seeking relaxation, exploration, or local flavor, this vibrant spot has something for everyone.

    Popular Activities in Palo Alto

    USS Potomac Dockside Tour: Visit the Floating White House

    Explore FDR’s presidential yacht on a docent-led, one-hour dockside tour

    4.8 59 reviews
    $15/ person

    Mystical Insights Private Divination Experience

    Gain clarity with a private tarot or astrology reading in an immersive art space

    4.8 185 reviews

    Indoor Tour: Into the Rabbit Hole

    Explore the Ultimate Weird House in San Francisco

    4.8 185 reviews
    $85/ person

    Gregangelo Museum 360° Virtual Tour

    Explore nine immersive rooms online at your own pace from anywhere

    4.8 185 reviews
    $11/ ticket

    Bespoke San Francisco Experience

    Let us design your perfect San Francisco adventure - on your schedule!

    5.0 25 reviews

    Private San Francisco City Tour by Electric Van

    Design your ideal San Francisco route in a private electric van with a dedicated local guide.

    5.0 25 reviews

    San Francisco City Tour

    Explore the heart of San Francisco with our expert guide!

    5.0 25 reviews
    $75/ person

    Steam Train Through Redwood Forest, Felton CA

    Journey through towering redwoods aboard an historic narrow-gauge steam locomotive

    4.6 4.3K reviews
    $29/ person

    Haight-Ashbury Food Walking Tour

    Savor five tastings as a local guide reveals Haight-Ashbury's counterculture and street art

    5.0 18 reviews
    $80/ person

    Mission and Castro Food Walking Tour in San Francisco

    Taste five local bites while exploring Castro and Mission history with a local guide

    5.0 18 reviews
    $80/ person

    Chinatown Dim Sum & Tea Tour in San Francisco

    Sample authentic dim sum, teas, and local secrets on a 3-hour guided exploration of San Francisco's Chinatown.

    4.8 327 reviews
    Contact for pricing

    North Beach and Little Italy Food Tour

    Taste classic North Beach flavors on a leisurely 7–8 block stroll with all food and drinks included

    4.8 327 reviews
    $32/ person

    Chinatown and North Beach Little Italy Walking Tour

    Sample dim sum, see fortune cookies made, and explore Beat hangouts on a relaxed neighborhood stroll

    4.8 327 reviews
    $42/ person

    Guided Off-Site Kite/Wing Session

    Learn Bay Area spots with a pro for setup, launches, and gear selection

    4.8 37 reviews
    $1,055

    Kitesurf and WingFoil Gear Rental

    Two-day rental with pickup in Berkeley or Treasure Island

    4.8 37 reviews
    $159/ gear

    Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Private Tour

    See Yosemite highlights on a private day trip with pickup in San Francisco

    5.0 8 reviews
    $1,200

    Golden Gate Bridge Electric Bike to Sausalito

    Ride across the Golden Gate Bridge with an easy-to-use electric bike and explore Sausalito

    4.6 22 reviews
    $89/ bike

    Muir Woods & Wine Country Day Tour from SF

    Savor California wines and stroll ancient redwoods on an all-day excursion from San Francisco.

    4.6 22 reviews
    $115/ person

    Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rental with Map & Helmet

    Ride across the Golden Gate Bridge with helmet, lock, and map included

    4.6 22 reviews
    $36/ bike

    Alcatraz Tour with Ferry, Audio Tour and Bike, Bus or Bay Cruise

    Go inside Alcatraz with ferry, audio tour, and your choice of bike rental, hop-on hop-off bus, or Bay Cruise

    4.6 22 reviews
    $134/ person

    Escape From the Rock Alcatraz Cruise

    Cruise under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz with gripping escape stories

    4.6 22 reviews
    $38/ person

    Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour from Fisherman's Wharf

    See towering redwoods, Golden Gate views, and a Sausalito stop on a 4.5-hour trip

    4.6 22 reviews
    $73/ person

    San Francisco Bay Cruise with Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz

    Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and circle Alcatraz on a flexible 60-minute bay cruise.

    4.6 22 reviews
    $30/ person

    San Francisco Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

    See San Francisco's skyline on a 1-hour open-top night tour with Bay Bridge crossing and a Treasure Island photo stop

    4.6 22 reviews
    $42/ person

    45-Minute Golden Gate Adventure Cruise

    High-speed bay cruise to the Golden Gate Bridge with close-up views of sea lions and historic landmarks

    5.0 923 reviews
    $63/ person

    San Francisco Bay 90-Minute Excursion

    Ride a 12-passenger boat under the Golden Gate and Bay Bridge with captain narration and sea lion views

    5.0 923 reviews
    $94/ person

    7D Ride Experience

    Experience coaster-style motion with interactive laser blasting in a fast 10-minute ride

    4.2 550 reviews
    $15/ ticket

    Escape the Rock Escape Room

    Solve puzzles and beat the clock in a 30-minute escape challenge within view of Alcatraz

    4.2 550 reviews
    $30/ person

    Malone's Mobster Hideout Escape Room

    Solve clues to uncover a mobster’s hidden journal in 30 minutes

    4.2 550 reviews
    $21/ person

    The Flyer at Pier 39

    Feel a motion-simulated flight through San Francisco in 15 minutes

    4.2 550 reviews
    $15/ ticket

    Alcatraz & San Francisco Electric Bike Tour

    Experience Alcatraz Island then explore San Francisco neighborhoods by electric bike over two days

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $249/ bike

    1 Day Hop-On-Hop-Off City Tour

    See iconic San Francisco sights at your pace with a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off pass

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $69/ person

    Alcatraz and Full-Day Electric Bike Rental

    Visit Alcatraz and explore San Francisco with a full-day electric bike rental

    4.5 2.8K reviews

    Alcatraz & the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Tour

    Explore Alcatraz then bike across the Golden Gate to Sausalito over two days for a classic San Francisco experience.

    4.5 2.8K reviews

    2-Hour Bike Rental from Fisherman's Wharf

    Ride a well-maintained bike with maps and gear included for an easy city outing

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $21/ bike

    All-Day Bike Rentals at Fisherman's Wharf

    Explore San Francisco all day with quality bikes, helmets, and maps included

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $27/ bike

    Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Bike Tour

    Ride the waterfront and cross the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, with a ferry return option

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $69/ bike

    Private California Sunset Tour

    Cross the Golden Gate at sunset with a private guide and all-day bike rental

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $122/ person

    Private Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Bike Tour

    Ride with a private guide over the Golden Gate to Sausalito with a custom start time and all-day bike rental

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $122/ person

    Private Golden Gate Park Tour

    See Golden Gate Park on a private tour with a dedicated guide and all-day bike rental

    4.5 2.8K reviews
    $122/ person

    Discover More in Palo Alto

    Palo Alto is the intellectual and cultural heart of Silicon Valley, where redwood groves, innovation, and fine dining live side by side. Home to Stanford University and some of the most iconic tech campuses in the world, it’s a destination where big ideas meet a distinctly Northern California lifestyle.

    Start your day with a walk through the Stanford Dish trail or a coffee in the buzzy downtown, then explore galleries, bookstores, and farm-to-table eateries. Visit the Cantor Arts Center, take in a lecture or performance on campus, or wander through the Arizona Cactus Garden on a quiet afternoon.

    With Greetwell, guests can enjoy in-home wellness services, nature walks in the foothills, or chef-prepared meals featuring local, seasonal produce. Whether you're visiting for business, family, or reflection, Palo Alto offers a thoughtful, grounded base in the Bay Area -- sophisticated but never showy.


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