Free entry to the below 25+ San Francisco attractions

This sightseeing San Francisco bus tour allows you to hop on and off over 15 stops around the city.

Take the Hop On Hop Off Big Bus San Francisco with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes a one-day San Francisco hop-on hop-off bus ticket
• Access a free Big Bus map to plan your route
• Enjoy a walking tour of Chinatown
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

A guide onboard will tell you more about the history of the city, as well as give you interesting tidbits about the buildings that you’ll pass, so you'll learn a lot along the way.

Looking for things to do in San Francisco? See the all-digital planetarium, a natural history museum, an aquarium, and a four-story rainforest all in one place.

Visit the California Academy of Sciences with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Access to a planetarium, natural history museum, rain forest, and more
• The opportunity to learn more about the planet and ocean
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

The California Academy of Sciences has it all – an entire universe under a 2.5-acre living roof. This comprehensive science complex is entertaining and educational in equal measure while promoting sustainability and teaching on all matters environmental. It’s a place that will appeal to all the family.

A visit to Madame Tussauds is the best way to 'meet' famous figures of the past and present and is one of the most fun things to do in San Francisco.

Visit Madame Tussauds with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate - simply scan your digital pass
• See wax figures including Taylor Swift, ET, and Alfred Hitchcock
• Walkthrough themed zones and multi-sensory exhibits
• Meet Hollywood A-listers, sports stars, and musicians
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

You don’t have to hang around Hollywood to encounter the stars. And it’s not just standing back and getting a good look, you can get up close and take pictures with your favorite stars.

Looking for things to do in San Francisco today or for an upcoming trip? Enjoy an immersive, thrilling adventure through San Francisco’s dark history at the San Francisco Dungeon.

Visit The San Francisco Dungeon with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes general admission to the San Francisco Dungeon
• Enjoy a ride on The Drop 
• Take a historical boat ride
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in Las Vegas, so don't forget to check them out

The San Francisco Dungeons are a part-theatrical performance, part-thrill ride experience where you'll be transported back to the olden days in San Fran.

If you’re looking to engage little or big minds, The Exploratorium should be top of your things to do in San Francisco with kids.

Visit the Exploratorium with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes access to the Exploratorium exhibits
• Over 650 displays to explore
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

It’s the only place in San Francisco to touch, tinker, and play with more than 650 interactive exhibits.

If you're looking for things to do in San Francisco, head to The Walt Disney Family Museum.

Visit The Walt Disney Family Museum with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Access all the permanent galleries at The Walt Disney Family Museum
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Don't miss the chance to explore one of the most inspiring museums in San Francisco, The Walt Disney Family Museum, and learn all about how one man’s tireless pursuit transformed the world of animation and family entertainment.

When you're looking for things to do in San Francisco this weekend, get up close to sea anemones and seven-gill sharks at the popular Aquarium of the Bay.

Visit Aquarium of the Bay with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Access to over 20,000 marine animals
• Experience hands-on exhibits and displays
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out! 

Get up close to more than 20,000 marine animals and learn all about the conservation of San Francisco Bay and its watershed.

Ready for one of the best things to do in San Francisco? Strange relics, rare treasures and odd finds are the name of the game at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! 

Visit Ripley's Believe it or Not! with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Access to the odditorium to explore the wacky and weird exhibits
• Over 10,000 feet to explore
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

At Ripley's Believe it or Not! San Francisco, see a shrunken head, view an original vampire killing kit, and learn the bizarre story of Robert Ripley, the man behind it all. You’ll have plenty to keep you entertained with over 10,000 feet of weird to explore.

Working through the top 10 things to do in San Francisco? Do not miss Escape from the Rock, a cruise around Alcatraz Island.

Visit Alcatraz with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Return cruise around Alcatraz Island included
• Fully-narrated tour to learn all about the island and its former prisoners
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Alcatraz Island is located 1.5 miles off the coast of California, and the prison was in use until 1963. Sail around this infamous prison and get immersed in a history of crime and punishment as you learn about the grisly characters, the failed escapes, and the brutality of life on the Rock.

Explore the bike-friendly streets and waterfront paths of San Francisco with an all-day bike rental from Blazing Saddles, one the best San Francisco bike tours around.

Experience All-Day Comfort Bike Rental with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes a full day of bike hire to explore the city
• A helmet, bike lock, and a custom map with route recommendations are supplied
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out 

Their easy-ride bikes, combined with their new, free mobile app full of helpful tips and sightseeing suggestions, make the self-guided tours easy and fun for everyone.

If you're looking for the best San Francisco art museum then SFMOMA, brimming with iconic and inspiring works of art from Paul Klee to Alexander Calder and Andy Warhol, is the one for you.

Visit San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes general admission to the museum
• View works from Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Donald Judd
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

SFMOMA was originally constructed as the first West Coast museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art. A recent three-year-long expansion project has turned this already must-see art destination into the largest museum of its kind in the entire country.

If San Francisco tours are your thing, visit the stadium of the mighty San Francisco Giants and see where the three-time World Series champions hit their home runs.

Take the Oracle Park Tour with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes a behind-the-scenes look at the stadium including the dugout and field
• Receive admission to The Giant Vault rotating exhibition space
• Accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

You’ll get a sneak peek everything from the dugout to the press box and much more. Baseball fans won’t want to miss this.

For a family-friendly day out, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is the San Francisco attraction that has all the bases covered.

Visit Six Flags Discovery Kingdom with your Go San Francisco ticket

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes unlimited rides and attractions
• Wildlife park access
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

The 135-acre park is jam-packed with a wide range of thrilling experiences and is North America's only theme park that combines marine life, wildlife, and wild rides.

Visit the USS Pampanito, a World War II Balao class Fleet submarine and memorial and one of the top things to do in San Francisco.

Visit the USS Pampanito with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes general admission and access to permanent exhibitions
• A headset with prerecorded audio information about the vessel is available
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Given National Historic Landmark status, this vessel has a rich history ready to be explored and is currently being restored to late summer 1945, to represent the height of WWII submarine development.

A must-see museum in San Francisco, the de Young Museum has been an integral part of the cultural fabric of San Francisco for over a century.

Visit the de Young Museum and Legion of Honor with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes admission to the de Young Museum to explore American painting, sculpture, and more
• Enjoy same-day general admission to the Legion of Honor in Lincoln Park
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

The museum's collections include American painting, sculpture, and decorative arts from the 17th to the 21st centuries, as well as art from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, costume, and textile arts, and international modern and contemporary art.

Get behind the wheel and zip around the race tracks at K1 Speed Indoor Karting in San Francisco.

Experience K1 Speed Indoor Karting with a Go San Francisco pass 

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• 14 laps on the racetrack to enjoy
• Kart hire for the duration of the race, plus helmet and headsock
• Includes annual membership with extra perks and benefits
• Access the PitStop cafe
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Each vehicle features a high-speed, high-performance, zero-emissions technology with the capability of reaching up to 45-miles per hour for an authentic, racecar-like experience

GoCar is a one-of-a-kind way to sightsee San Francisco. Enjoy a 30-minute ride with this rental opportunity. 

Experience the GoCar San Francisco 30-Minute Rental with a San Francisco pass 

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• 30-minute GoCar rental and helmet included
• Onboard GPS guide to show you the sights
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

You and a friend will be able to take a GoCar for a 30-minute spin, using the inbuilt GPS to tell you all about the sights and sounds as you pass them. Take a 30-minute ride around Union Square and the Chinatown Gate.

If you're looking to places to go in California, Angel Island is the where you can discover the history of San Francisco.

Visit Angel Island with Roundtrip Ferry with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes return trip to Angel Island
• Explore the Ellis Island of The West
• State park fees included
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Hop on a ferry at Pier 41 and ride to Angel Island, one of the finest historic sites in the San Francisco Bay Area. This island is known as the Ellis Island of the West as it was the first stop for millions of immigrants entering the United States via the Pacific.

Looking for the best museums in San Francisco? Add the Asian Art Museum to your itinerary list. 

Visit the Asian Art Museum with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Get general admission to the museum and permanent exhibitions 
• Access over 17,000 Asian artworks
• Refuel with noodle dishes, tasty curries and kid-friendly rice bowls at the in-house café, 'Sunday at the Museum'.
• Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out.

Chinese Jades from the Neolithic period, rare Japanese Buddhas, bronze from the ancient site of Angkor Wat... these are just a few examples of the impressive collection at the Asian Art Museum. You will be transported across seven regions, dating back 6,000 years.

Looking for the best museums in San Francisco? Add the USS Hornet Museum to your itinerary list. 

Visit the USS Hornet Museum with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• General admission to the museum and permanent exhibits included
• Access the flight deck to get up close to helicopters and fighter jets
• Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out too

This museum is a must-see for aspiring pilots and marines. Head to the aircraft carrier USS Hornet (CVS 12) and explore this historic vessel’s history and importance.

Looking for things to do in San Francisco? Head to the Contemporary Jewish Museum and explore the intriguing exhibits. 

Visit the Contemporary Jewish Museum with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes general admission to the museum and permanent exhibitions
• Daily tours to find out more about the exhibitions included
• Visit plenty of other attractions with the Go San Francisco pass 

Located in the San Francisco’s Yerba Buena arts district, the Contemporary Jewish Museum is one of the city’s most iconic structures built in the last ten years. Designed by internationally renowned architect Daniel Libeskind, The CJM opened in June 2008 and has since established itself as a vibrant place where contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history, art, and ideas thrive. 

Looking for fun things to do in San Francisco? Head to the UC Berkeley Botanical Garden and explore the thousands of plants. 

Visit the UC Berkeley Botanical Garden with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Get admission into the UC Berkeley Botanical Garden
• Visit plenty of other attractions with the Go San Francisco pass

The University of California Botanical Garden is a living museum open to the public featuring one of the most diverse plant collections in the United States. Established in 1890, the Garden's 34 acres contain over 12,000 different kinds of plants from all over the world.

Head to the Beat Museum in San Francisco to learn all about the Beat Generation.

Visit the Beat Museum with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• General admission to the Beat Museum
• See exclusive Beat memorabilia including manuscripts, books, and letters
• Visit plenty of other attractions with the Go San Francisco pass

Learn everything there is to know about the Beats generation and cultural influence at this unique museum in the city where it all began.

Head to the California Historical Society to get a fascinating look into the history, art, and culture of the Golden State.

Visit the California Historical Society with a Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• General admission to the California Historical Society
• Entry to the changing art and culture exhibitions
• Visit plenty of other attractions with the Go San Francisco pass

The rotating exhibits have covered a huge range of themes, including California landscapes, the history of the Golden Gate Bridge, and modern society in San Francisco.

California's Great America should be top of your list of top things to do in San Francisco. It offers entertainment for all the family.

Visit California's Great America with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• Includes access to high-energy thrill rides
• Get South Bay Shores Waterpark admission
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Please note: this attraction is closed until end of February 2020

Located in Santa Clara, this theme park is bursting will roller coasters, water slides, and kid-friendly attractions. You’ll get a rush of adrenaline on the dozens of thrill rides, splash about and ride the waves at the Boomerang Bay water park, make a stop at Planet Snoopy, and experience the rush of RailBlazer, a first of its kind single-rail rollercoaster.

The theme park also offers ongoing and changing live stage productions, as well as special events. When you’ve had your fill of fun, check out the dining options, from traditional amusement park fare, sports bars, cafes, and healthy options, there’s something for everyone.

Get inspired by nature and wildlife at San Francisco Zoo & Gardens. It's one of the best things to do in San Francisco with kids.

Visit San Francisco Zoo & Gardens with your Go San Francisco pass

• Pay nothing at the gate – simply scan your digital pass
• General admission to the zoo and gardens
• Over 2,000 exotic creatures from around the world
• Your pass gives you access to many more attractions in San Francisco, so don't forget to check them out

Home to more than 2,000 exotic, endangered, and rescued animals from all over the world, you’ll see amphibians, birds, invertebrates, mammals, reptiles, and more. In addition to its animal inhabitants, the zoo features 100 acres of tranquil gardens, with a variety of plants that are native to California and beyond.