Fisherman's Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tour in San Francisco, CA

Fisherman's WharfSan Francisco, CA 94109
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Overview

Learn to ride a Segway while seeing San Francisco’s most popular sites and destinations. Tour guests will experience Fisherman’s Wharf, Little Italy, and Ghirardelli Square while also enjoying unbeatable views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and San Francisco’s waterfront. This trip, led by a knowledgeable San Francisco tour guide, is wonderful for everyone!

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Good To Know

  • Tour is approx. 2.5 hours, including 40 minutes of training.
  • Arrive 15 minutes before your tour.
  • Suitable for children ages 12+ and under 70 years old.
  • All guests must weigh between 100 - 250 lbs or 45 - 113 kilos.
  • No pregnant women allowed.

Description

The Segway Tour routes follow the waterfront and allow guests great views of San Francisco Bay and the City Skyline. After a 40-minute training session on how to safely operate the Segway, you will explore the San Francisco waterfront for two hours. Tours are limited to ten riders per tour guide. Your experienced and fun tour guide will narrate your tour through a compact single ear-bud sound system. Each guest is issued a compact radio receiver so they don't miss a detail of what the guide is saying about each site seen on the tour. Numerous stops are made for photos - so don't forget your camera!

Tour Highlights:
- Cable Car turn-around
- National Maritime Museum
- Municipal Pier and Aquatic Park
- Historic sailing ships at Hyde Street Pier
- WWII Liberty Ship and Submarine Pampanito
- Ghirardelli Square - home of delicious chocolate
- Spectacular views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge
- Fisherman's Wharf, Dungeness Crab Stands, and picturesque fishing harbors
- Loop through North Beach San Francisco's Little Italy

Waterfront Segway Mini Tour - 1.5 Hours
The Segway Mini Tour route travels through North Beach and the Waterfront and allows guests great views of San Francisco Bay.

Requirements:
All Segway Riders must be 12 years or older. Riders under 18 years must be accompanied by parent or guardian on the tour. All guests must weigh between 100 - 250 lbs or 45 - 113 kilos. No pregnant guests allowed due to safety reasons. This activity is not recommended for guests that are ages 70 years and older or those with mobility issues. Each rider must sign a Liability Waiver. Helmets and safety vests are provided and required.

Wear comfortable closed toe and flat shoes. No high heels, flip flops or sandals. Bring an extra layer of warm, wind resistant clothing. Rain ponchos, knit gloves and warm jackets are available for guests use. Please leave bulky backpacks at home.

Level of Difficulty: Beginner or Intermediate
Tour Length: Approximately 2.5 hours (including 40 minutes of training)
Departure Location: Fisherman's Wharf
The Tour office is across the street from the Hyde and Powell Streets Cable Car turn-around, in Fisherman's Wharf. A Wells Fargo Bank ATM is at the entrance to the driveway of the training area. Look for yellow and blue flags. You must arrive 15 minutes prior to your schedule tour time. If you are late - you will lose your reservation and no refund will be issued. No exceptions.

Fisherman's Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tour Reviews

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"Great open Jeep tour"
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Reviewed May 30, 2024
Great tour and great guide. The open Jeep was great and we got to see so many great sights. The guide was also very informative and helpful. This was a private jeep tour of Sausalito and Muir woods.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fisherman's Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tour

Where do we meet?

Meet at the Fisherman's Wharf at 757 Beach Street, San Francisco. The tour office is across the street from the Hyde and Powell Streets Cable Car turn-around. A Wells Fargo Bank ATM is at the entrance to the driveway of the training area. Look for the yellow and blue flags.

How long is the tour?

The tour is 2.5 hours long.

Are there physical limitations for who can and cannot ride a Segway?

They offer a 45-50 minute training session for all Segway tour guests. However, riding and navigating a Segway is not an ideal situation for individuals with or a history of mobility issues. All guests who wish to participate in the tour must be able to easily and quickly step on and off without assistance. This movement is similar to ascending and descending stairs without the use of a handrail. Pregnant women are not allowed to participate in the tour due to the risk of falling when navigating the Segway. Due to the same risk, individuals above the age of 70 are not allowed to participate.

Is the tour suitable for children?

In an effort to ensure all guests are safe throughout the entire tour experience, they require that all guests must be age 12 or older and weigh at least 100 lbs.

What happens in the case of rain?

All tours run in light rain, fog, or shine. In the case that a tour is canceled due to extreme weather, you will be given the opportunity to join a future tour.

What time is my tour?

You will set your tour time when making your reservation. For questions about reservation times, please call customer service with the number located on your e-ticket.

Are there restrooms available?

There are public restroom facilities at the 3 neighborhood shopping centers, Argonaut Hotel or in the nearby National Park Museum prior to your arrival. The Golden Gate Park Segway Tour start location has public restrooms next to the training area. The VIP Wharf location at 417 Beach Street has restroom facilities on site. There will be one restroom stop on the tour approximately 1 1/2 after they begin training.

Is parking available?

No. There are no onsite parking facilities available. It is recommended that guests park at one of the many lots and garages nearby or utilize public transportation.

What should I wear for the tour?

Closed-toed shoes are required for tour participation. Wearing an extra layer such as a light jacket is ideal for the San Francisco weather.

Will I be taught how to ride a Segway?

Yes. All riders are thoroughly trained prior to the tour. Training instruction includes safe Segway operation, emergency stops, a safety cone course, and the “Share the Road” policy overview. Every rider is required to wear a helmet and wear a bright safety vest.