Muir Woods Redwood Forest and Sausalito Afternoon Tour
Muir Woods Redwood Forest and Sausalito Afternoon Tour
Product label: Park Admission Included
Duration: 5 hours
Overview
Enjoy an afternoon among ancient redwoods, then relax in seaside Sausalito
Included
- Pick up at two downtown San Francisco hotels
- Muir Woods park entrance fee
- Muir Woods vehicle parking reservation
- Expert live guided narration (English)
- Foreign language audios in 6 languages
Excluded
- Food or beverages
- Guide gratuity
Important information
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.
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 valid government-issued ID, 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 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.
Highlights
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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 crossing of the foggy Golden GateBridge on your way to the 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 enjoy guided audio narration (six languages) as you meander along a 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, lady bugs 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 dinner 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.