Hop on a unique 2-hour bus tour through San Francisco with actors as guides, featuring over 50 movie clips matched to iconic city spots. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore San Francisco’s famous neighborhoods like never before!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the tour is conducted on a bus with minimal walking.
Wildlife
History
The Golden Gate Bridge was completed in 1937 and has since been featured in numerous iconic films, showcasing San Francisco’s cinematic legacy.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to minimize the tour's environmental impact by using eco-friendly buses and promoting sustainable tourism practices.
San Francisco Movie Tours
Hop on a unique 2-hour bus tour through San Francisco with actors as guides, featuring over 50 movie clips matched to iconic city spots. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore San Francisco’s famous neighborhoods like never before!
San Francisco Movie Tours is a San Francisco-based tour operator that specializes in guided film-location experiences across the Bay Area. The company offers a range of curated trips including the San Francisco Movie Sights Dirty Harry Tour, the San Francisco Movie Sights Golden Gate Bridge Tour, a Sonoma Wine Country Movie Sights Tour, and the San Francisco Movie Sights North Beach Walking Tour. Many tours are led by actors-turned-guides and feature on-board film clips and narrated context to connect locations with scenes.
On the Dirty Harry Tour, guests spend two hours visiting over 30 film locations while viewing clips from all five Dirty Harry films aboard a luxury bus. The Golden Gate Bridge Tour is a two-hour route that crosses the iconic bridge, travels through varied neighborhoods, and pairs 50 movie clips with real-world locations. The Sonoma Wine Country Movie Sights Tour is an eight-hour excursion that combines wine tastings, lunch at a film location, and a personal look at Francis Ford Coppola memorabilia, all aboard a customized Theater on Wheels. The North Beach Walking Tour runs approximately 1.5 hours through North Beach and Chinatown and highlights more than 30 cinematic locations, from The Godfather to Star Trek IV.
Tours emphasize cinematic history, on-site playback of film clips, and experienced guides with acting backgrounds. Transportation varies by tour and includes luxury buses and a Theater on Wheels. The company's public information focuses on immersive, location-based storytelling and curated film content. Tours are suitable for film fans and visitors to explore.
Tours Offered
4 Tours
Curated film-location experiences.
Duration Range
1.5–8 hrs
Short walks to full-day trips.
Guides
Actors-turned-guides
Performed and narrated tours.
On-board Experience
Luxury bus & Theater
Film clips and screenings onboard.
Book the Dirty Harry, Golden Gate Bridge, Sonoma Wine Country, or North Beach walking tour to experience film locations with expert, actor-guides.
Arrive Early for Best Seating
Get to the boarding point 15 minutes early to secure a window seat for optimal views and movie clip watching.
Dress in Layers
San Francisco's weather changes quickly, especially near the Golden Gate; layering keeps you comfortable throughout the tour.
Bring a Camera or Smartphone
You'll want to capture stunning views of the bridge and cityscapes featured on the tour.
Mind Traffic Delays
Tour timing may be affected by rush hour traffic, so plan for possible slight delays.
Layered Clothing
Allows you to stay comfortable with San Francisco's changing temperatures.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture stunning shots of the Golden Gate Bridge and movie locations.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour, especially on warmer days.
Comfortable Shoes
You may have brief walking segments when boarding or stopping, so comfortable footwear is recommended.