Wheelchair accessible things to do in San Francisco

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

San Francisco, California

4.6 · 180 reviews on Viator

Step into the Exploratorium, the award-winning museum of science, art, and human perception. With more than 650 hands-on exhibits across six indoor and outdoor galleries, this is a place built for touching, testing, and asking "wait, why does that happen?" Watch particle trails at the Cloud Chamber, freeze your silhouette in light at Shadow Box, or disappear into artist Fujiko Nakaya's living cloud on Fog Bridge #72494. At Gallery 2: Prototyping, peek into the machine shop where the museum's own engineers test fresh prototypes. Whether you're 6 or 60, there's something to get lost in. Journey through total darkness in the world-famous Tactile Dome. Refuel at the Tinkering Table Restaurant, with its stunning Bay view, or grab something quick at Catalyst Coffee Lab (hours vary daily), then browse the museum stores on your way out. Located at Pier 15 along San Francisco's Embarcadero, between Pier 39 and the Ferry Building, easy to reach by public transportation, with parking nearby.

“All exhibition spaces, the Store, dining areas, and all public restrooms are wheelchair and stroller accessible. A limited number of wheelchairs and strollers are available for loan, free of charge. They are located at the Info Desk on a first-come first-serve basis.”

de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

San Francisco, California

4.2 · 106 reviews on Viator

Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular permanent displays of paintings, sculpture and artifacts from the Americas, Africa and Oceania, and upgrade to include the audio tour and access to the top-tier Special Exhibitions. Head up to the Hamon Observation Tower to admire stunning views of San Francisco, Marin Headlands and the Golden Gate Bridge! You can also enter the Legion of Honor Museum with this ticket at no extra cost!

“Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Information Desks on a first-come-first–served basis”

Legion of Honor Museum General Admission Ticket

San Francisco, California

4.3 · 91 reviews on Viator

Perched on the headlands above the Golden Gate Bridge is the California Palace of the Legion of Honor. This unique art museum is one of San Francisco’s greatest treasures, and its spectacular setting is made even more dramatic by the impressive French neoclassical building. Explore an extensive collection of European paintings and sculptures, ancient Mediterranean art and the largest collection of works on paper in the American West, and upgrade to enjoy the audio tour or gain entrance to the fascinating Special Exhibits. You can also enter the Young Museum with this ticket at no extra cost!

“Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Information Desks on a first-come, first–served basis.”

San Francisco Alcatraz, Ferry and 2 Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

San Francisco, California

3.7 · 3 reviews on Viator

Explore San Francisco your way with a flexible Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and an unforgettable visit to Alcatraz Island! Ride open-top, double-decker buses to see top sights like the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, and the Painted Ladies — hopping on and off at 16 stops as you please. Soak in the city’s beauty and culture at your own pace with unlimited rides for 2 days. Then, step back in time with a tour of Alcatraz Island, once America’s most infamous prison. Take the ferry from Pier 33, explore historic sites, and enjoy the award-winning Cellhouse audio tour. Wander through the island’s outdoor landmarks, exhibits, and capture stunning views of San Francisco Bay. - 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass - Alcatraz Day Tour with ferry & Cellhouse audio tour - Scenic Golden Gate Bridge crossing Book now — your San Francisco adventure awaits!

“Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.”

San Francisco Jewish History Private Guided Walking Tour

San Francisco, California

How did Jewish pioneers shape San Francisco? Walk from Levi’s Plaza through Jackson Square with a Private Licensed Guide and trace Gold Rush ambition, migration and enterprise. HIGHLIGHTS: - Discover Jewish San Francisco with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide - See Levi’s Plaza and Jackson Square through a Gold Rush lens - Learn how Jewish pioneers shaped trade, charity and civic life - Explore Montgomery Street and the former Wells Fargo Museum site - Walk historic downtown streets where migration met ambition Trace the Jewish pioneers who helped transform San Francisco from a Gold Rush outpost into a center of commerce and culture. Walk historic downtown streets with a Private Licensed Guide and explore the legacy of immigration, enterprise and civic life. Book now and experience the city from a meaningful new perspective!

“Have a special request or need assistance for individuals with disabilities? Let us know in advance - we're happy to help!”

SF: Alcatraz Island and Ferry & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

San Francisco, California

Discover two iconic San Francisco attractions with one ticket: Alcatraz Island and a Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour by open-top double decker. Begin your journey with a ferry ride to Alcatraz, where you can explore the infamous prison and hear captivating stories of its past. Then, hop aboard an open-top bus for a flexible sightseeing adventure, including a memorable trip across the Golden Gate Bridge. Choose from 24- or 48-hour bus pass options, allowing you to explore at your leisure while enjoying informative audio commentary. Hop on to learn about the city and hop off wherever you want to explore more. - Visit Alcatraz Island and hear tales of notorious inmates and escape attempts - Enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge from an open-top bus - Flexibly hop on and off at key San Francisco attractions like Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, and more - Choose a bus pass duration that fits your schedule: 24 or 48 hours

“For wheelchair accessibility, please contact Big Bus 24 hours in advance for accomodations”

San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

San Francisco, California

4.7 · 1,781 reviews on Viator

Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at Fisherman’s Wharf, this one-hour cruise takes you beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and around Alcatraz Island. Learn about the history and landmarks of San Francisco Bay with complimentary audio narration available in 16 languages on personal audio guides—no app or download required. Enjoy panoramic views from the open-air decks or relax in comfortable indoor seating. Along the way, keep watch for local wildlife, including sea lions, pelicans, harbor porpoises and, on occasion, whales. Plans changed or worried about San Francisco’s unpredictable weather? Your flexible, open-dated ticket may be used on any available departure through the end of the calendar year.

“The main deck of each vessel are fully wheelchair accessible”

San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise

San Francisco, California

4.7 · 700 reviews on Viator

Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and Oracle Park, and enjoy views of the city skyline dotted by Coit Tower, the Ferry Building, the Transamerica Pyramid, the Palace of Fine Arts and more. Fascinating audio commentary lets you learn about the construction of these famous bridges, as well as San Francisco’s unique architecture, history, geology, and culture. Your vessel features restrooms and indoor and outdoor seating. You’re free to bring your own lunch on board to enjoy while you take in the sights, and there is also a full bar and snacks available for purchase.

“The main decks of all vessels are fully wheelchair accessible”

San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket

San Francisco, California

3.5 · 312 reviews on Viator

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding Pacific waters. This general admission ticket includes access to the Aquarium’s main exhibit areas, which feature more than 20,000 animals. You can observe creatures like sharks, rays, sea stars and river otters. With its location at the foot of PIER 39 between Fisherman’s Wharf and the Alcatraz ferry landing, Aquarium of the Bay is easy to fit into your San Francisco sightseeing schedule.

“Wheelchair and stroller accessible”

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

San Francisco, California

4.2 · 164 reviews on Viator

Embark on a 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Angel Island State Park before circling Alcatraz Island for an in-depth view of the prison. Take in the sights and sounds of the island as you listen to ex-guards and former inmates tell their stories of murder, mayhem, and mobsters on an audio tour with historical photos via your smartphone, tablet or other WiFi-enabled device. This ticket allows you to skip the box office line and go straight to the gate.

“Wheelchair accessible, only on first deck”

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art General Admission Ticket

San Francisco, California

4.3 · 159 reviews on Viator

This is a general admission ticket to SFMOMA only and does not include surcharge exhibitions such as RM x SFMOMA: Between You and Me. SFMOMA is one of San Francisco’s must-see destinations, located within walking distance of Union Square. Explore seven floors of extraordinary art, including painting and sculpture, architecture and design, photography, and media arts, along with special exhibitions, the largest living wall in the US, and breathtaking city views from outdoor gardens and terraces.

“Wheelchair accessible.”

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium After Dark Thursdays (18+) Admission

San Francisco, California

4.6 · 54 reviews on Viator

Escape to reality on Thursday nights at the Exploratorium After Dark. Get a little weird at Pier 15 for evenings worth talking about: explore science, art, and culture, then play like no one's watching with more than 650 hands-on exhibits spread across six indoor and outdoor galleries. Disappear into artist Fujiko Nakaya's living cloud on Fog Bridge #72494, or head into Gallery 2: Prototyping, where the museum's own exhibit builders test their newest ideas and invite you to get hands-on with the prototypes yourself. Journey through total darkness in the twisting, turning, world-famous Tactile Dome. Talk to strangers at trivia nights and dance parties, or get pulled into surprising experiments, performances, demos, and talks. Grab a drink at the full bar, try something new, and go home different. Adults-only (18+), no kids allowed. The Exploratorium is located at Pier 15 on San Francisco's Embarcadero, just minutes from the Embarcadero BART Station, Pier 39, and the Ferry Building.

“Wheelchair accessible. A limited number of wheelchairs are available for loan, free of charge, at the Info Desk on a first-come first-serve basis”

Picture your best SF tour ever! (Epic Bay Area photo adventures)

San Francisco, California

5.0 · 14 reviews on Viator

THIS IS THE OPPOSITE OF A PACKAGED TOUR. It's a private, customized journey through our most unique and iconic scenery. Along the way, I'll show you how to get great photos you can share and frame. * * * DON'T HAVE A FULL DAY? You can book the 4-HOUR OPTION and still see tons of amazing stuff! *** This is for people who want to see what really makes San Francisco the most spectacular city in the world — its natural surroundings! We can hike, bike, trail run, or even just drive to awesome places if you're not feeling energetic. Along the way, I'll show you how to take killer pictures using just the phone in your pocket. I'll create our itinerary based on your interests, how active you want to get, and what the weather's doing that day. In the winter, we can see waterfalls in misty redwood forests. In the spring, green hills full of wildflowers. In the summer, fog rolling in off the ocean. And in the fall, incandescent sunsets over crashing waves. It's awesome all year round!

“If you have a wheelchair or stroller, we can put it in the back of my SUV and we can focus on accessible areas. Service animals are welcome, but might limit our access to certain areas.”

San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience

San Francisco, California

4.8 · 9 reviews on Viator

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding Pacific waters. This VIP ticket includes a guided tour by one of our amazing educators, which features more than 20,000 animals BEFORE the aquarium is open. You can observe creatures like sharks, rays, sea stars and river otters.

“Wheelchair and stroller accessible”

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket

San Francisco, California

5.0 · 2 reviews on Viator

Explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. Enjoy an amplified evening with access to a private exhibit area with two free drinks and light bites surrounded by dazzling geology specimens. Receive expedited entry to some of the Academy's most popular exhibits, treat yourself with discounts on dining and shopping, and sit back and relax in a planetarium show. From 6pm to 10pm, Ages 21+ with valid, physical photo ID.

“Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available at the Coat Check on a first come, first served basis”

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

San Francisco, California

4.1 · 4,777 reviews on Viator

See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from the Golden Gate Bridge for panoramic views of the Bay, to Fisherman’s Wharf to enjoy fresh clam chowder and watch sea lions at Pier 39. Explore Chinatown’s bustling streets, admire the Painted Ladies’ Victorian charm, and stop at Union Square for shopping and dining. With one full route covering all major attractions, you won’t need to change buses or worry about directions. Hop on and off at your own pace, while onboard commentary in 8 languages provides stories and tips to bring the city to life. Highlights: Unlimited hop-on hop-off access at 17 stops across San Francisco Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on an open-top bus for unbeatable views Learn about the city with engaging onboard commentary in 8 languages Flexible tickets that let you explore at your own pace

“Wheelchair accessible, please call ahead for arrangements”

San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

San Francisco, California

4.8 · 1,435 reviews on Viator

Enjoy the serene San Francisco Bay at sunset on this evening with the Sunset Cruise aboard a luxurious catamaran. Sail by Alcatraz Island, under the Golden Gate Bridge and look for sea lions, then cruise down the city skyline. Both the Adventure Cat 55' or 65' catamaran are complete with a 360-degree, protected viewing area for those who don't like the wind in their faces as well as canvas trampoline nets where you can experience the ocean and sights in the open sea air. Just a note on capacity, we are considered an outdoor business by category, so we are not officially restricted currently, but we do self-limit to have enough room for all to feel safe. Our 47-passenger vessel is limited to about 40 per trip, and the 90-passenger is limited to 76 for comfort of all.

“We can accept manual wheelchairs only, as there are 3-4 stairs to board the boat. Also, restrooms are not ADA accessible.”

San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day

San Francisco, California

4.9 · 832 reviews on Viator

Discover the best of San Francisco with Dylan’s Tours’ signature small-group experience, combining iconic city sightseeing with a visit to Muir Woods National Monument. This flexible tour offers two options, allowing guests to choose between a half-day or a more immersive full-day experience. Travel in a comfortable, climate controlled minibus with a professional local guide as you explore San Francisco’s most famous neighborhoods, scenic viewpoints, and landmarks. Enjoy engaging narration covering city history, culture, and film locations, along with photo stops at iconic sites such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Palace of Fine Arts. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods, where guests have up to 90 minutes to walk among towering coastal redwoods. If you choose the full-day option, you get to enjoy approx. 1 hr. in Sausalito, a charming waterfront town known for its views, shops, and relaxed coastal atmosphere. In addition, you get an extensive coverage of San Francisco.

“Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated”

Best of SF: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

San Francisco, California

4.3 · 678 reviews on Viator

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences. Visit legendary Alcatraz Island by ferry and explore the former federal prison with the immersive Cellhouse audio tour. Ride an open-top double decker Big Bus and explore top sights including Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square, Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, and Pier 39 at your own pace. Hop off in Chinatown, the oldest in North America, to explore the historic neighborhood with an included audio walking tour. Then take a separate 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise for panoramic views of the skyline, waterfront, and Golden Gate Bridge. In the evening, enjoy a dedicated panoramic, open-top Sunset Tour showcasing San Francisco as the city transitions from day to night. Tours may be taken on separate days, making this an easy way to experience San Francisco by bus, boat, and on foot.

“Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required”

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

San Francisco, California

4.9 · 674 reviews on Viator

Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from the vantage point of the water. You’ll coast past the city skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and Sausalito. Enjoy panoramic views from inside or take a seat on the trampoline nets to heighten your adventure.

“We can accept manual wheelchairs only, as there are 3-4 stairs to board the boat. Also, restrooms are not ADA accessible”

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

San Francisco, California

4.2 · 525 reviews on Viator

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay area's most popular national monument, visit Sausalito - the prettiest village in California and sail next to Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate Bridge on a narrated one-hour cruise.

“Wheelchair accessible. However, passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the bus on their own and if the wheelchair is foldable.”

Big Bus San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

San Francisco, California

4.2 · 376 reviews on Viator

Enjoy the city's sights by night. Beginning at Fisherman's Wharf, our Night Tour of San Francisco takes you through the evening vibrance of the Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown and the Financial District before crossing the Bay Bridge for photos at Treasure Island. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so please aim to arrive 20-30 minutes before your preferred tour time. Please note that this is not a hop-on, hop-off tour.

“Wheelchair accessible, please call ahead for arrangements”

"Dear San Francisco"- An Acrobatic Love Letter from The 7 Fingers

San Francisco, California

4.9 · 69 reviews on Viator

Bursting with heart-pounding excitement and death-defying acrobatics, Dear San Francisco will leave you awestruck and amazed. Take an exhilarating joy ride through our City by the Bay’s busts and booms in a breathtaking aerial extravaganza perfect for your next great night out. Your tickets will be assigned to you with your party and will be available at will-call 60 minutes prior to the start of show.

“Some sections of Club Fugazi require stairs to access. If you require an accessible seating location at floor level, or space for a wheelchair, please contact the Club Fugazi Box Office with your purchase confirmation number”

California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

San Francisco, California

4.3 · 50 reviews on Viator

Calling all creatures of the night: explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. Featuring nearly 60,000 live animals, special programming, and outdoor bars, embrace the unexpected on Thursday nights with your choice of two tour options: Standard NightLife: Experience the event at your own pace with entry to the museum after hours, featuring a new theme each week with live DJs and access to nocturnal exhibit displays. NightLife Plus: Enjoy an amplified evening with access to a private exhibit area with two free drinks and light bites surrounded by dazzling geology specimens. Take advantage of an expert-led behind-the-scenes tour, receive expedited entry to some of the Academy's most popular exhibits, treat yourself with discounts on dining and shopping, and sit back and relax in a planetarium show.

“Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available at the Coat Check on a first-come, first served basis.”