This tour is great! Not rushed or "canned" like some tours I went on. The tour guide, Victoria,…read moreis exceptionally knowledgable and passionate about the community and its preservation. Time flew by, as Victoria regaled us with the stories of the different wooden boats. The tour is accessible and would be great for all ages and all abilities. I can't recommend it enough!

What began as an uncertain step into the unknown, quickly turned into a totally immerisive,…read moreeducational and adventurous joyride. Victoria and Jocelyn brought the history of the place to life in the most magical way, fully activating all the senses. We learned, we laughed, and we even danced!! Finishing the day over delcious snacks together in Victoria's beautiful studio space capped off a satisfying and memorable day. A truly unique experience, highly recommended to the curious and the adventurous

I recently went on a business trip with two of my business partners. We thought it would be easier…read moreto work with someone rather than arrange the tickets on our own, since it was the 3 of us and it was an international trip. Big mistake! Tour Arts booked a "Friends Fly Free" ticket for our international leg of the journey, which was completely non-changeable or refundable, unless both travelers did it at the same time. As it happened, our plans changed and there was nothing we could do about it! On the domestic leg of the journey, we were booked on a different airline, both direction, not only did we have to check in separately, but had to pay a separate baggage fee. Talk about adding insult to injury! At the end, I asked the agent to refund the booking fee of $50. I did get an explanation, which I didn't think was sufficient and when I expressed my continued dissatisfaction, all I got was an incredibly unprofessional and snarky email. I would have given an other chance to them after the mishap with the bookings as I didn't think it was done in bad faith, even though I thought they did a poor job. But getting attitude sealed the deal, it is no way to deal with customers and I believe is a terrible business practice, I will never recommend them or work with them again.

I have sailed on the bay often and of course taken the ferry many many times. The Matthew Turner is…read moreby far the best, way more interesting. It is amazing to see the work that goes into making sail. It's very impressive how the crew goes aloft to unfurl and furl the sails. The boat is very stable but there is some boat motion and it does heel a little but this adds just a bit of excitement. The crew is super helpful and as glad as everyone else to be on the water sailing. The views of the city, the islands and Alcatraz were great. No matter what the weather is on land it will be cool and windy on the water so bring a windbreaker and a thermal layer.

I've done two sails with them: an afternoon one in the spring and overnight in the fall. Both were…read morea joy. The ship is amazing, the crew completely friendly and upbeat, the view of SF, and the perspective on the Bay and the Bridge was different from anything on land. The overnight was spectacular: instant friends with the other folks, restaurant-quality food, and just a great adventure in less than 24 hours. Highly recommend it.

Such a wonderful experience. The owner was helpful and so nice. He fit our kids for bike seats and…read morehelmets. The bikes were brand new and easy to use. The pricing was also so much cheaper than bike rentals in SF city. Would highly recommend.

We rented road bikes for two days. High quality bikes, exceptional service! Mark greeted us by…read morename, offered us every possible accessory we could need (free of charge), and was very accommodating when we got back too late. He was a pleasure, and we definitely would rent here again!

I took a mushroom foraging class with Flora & Fungi in Point Reyes, and it was a 10/10 experience!…read moreMaria was incredibly knowledgeable, and I was able to gather a nice amount of edible mushrooms to take home and cook. At the end, she provided a small picnic featuring some of her own mushroom recipes. They also gifted chanterelles to anyone who didn't find any. I can't wait to join more of their events.

I had the pleasure of joining Maria (and her cute pup Flora) in Mendocino for an uni class!!! It…read morewas a great day!! Maria explained why removing uni from the ocean is actually advantageous for the ecosystem, knew the rules of fishing (what we could & could not remove), and explained the entire process beautifully. Eating the uni right out of the ocean was delicious, and Maria had a campfire going to grill the uni up as well!! The fishing license was definitely needed, as rangers were there. You can collect up to 35 uni, so a larger mesh or other bag for collection is needed. A set of metal tongs and/or other utensil is recommended. Leather gloves, a knife and set of shears to cut into the uni after harvesting is helpful. And definitely a change of clothes/shoes! The uni you don't eat can be taken home & Maria is great at explaining that process as well.

We enjoyed our second sail on The Schooner Freda B out of Sausalito tonight. It was a perfectly…read morewonderful sunset sail on SF Bay. Previously, we took the Freda B on the Wildlife Morning Sail in 2024, which was also fantastic. What makes the Freda B special is the crew. The vessel itself is gorgeous--even the "head" is great! From the moment you board and are greeted by the crew, you know you're in good hands. The safety instructions are thorough, and the crew immediately puts you at ease before setting off. Whether you have a clear night or a little fog (like tonight), the skies are beautiful, the Golden Gate Bridge is magical, and San Francisco twinkles in the distance. The crew meets your every need with kindness, excellent service, and genuine interest in you as a passenger. They're also an interesting bunch--just ask them about themselves! Hot (chocolate!) and cold beverages are available for purchase, including adult beverages. For out of towners...Wear and bring layers. Jacket + sweater/fleece, long pants, beanie hat, gloves if you have them. Blankets available onboard. This is SF Bay 12 months a year - always chilly and the sail is worth every layer of clothing. We celebrated my birthday tonight, and it was perfect. Thank you!

The Freda B and its crew took our dream of a wedding on a sailboat and made it into a reality. The…read morecaptain was prepared, thoughtful, and ready to help us with all of our needs. The crew was all smiles, good cheer, and skillful work. They carefully crafted an amazing experience, allowing us to get married with the Golden Gate Bridge and the bay as our backdrop. We could not have asked for a more magical wedding.

Five family members gathered in Sausalito to bid our final farewells to my brother Lanny. His son…read more(my nephew) and I researched the services available for this need, and we feel very lucky to have found Captain Kirk's. Every detail was handled with utmost care and sensitivity. Our captain, Rowan, was personable and pleasant, and gave us space to say goodbye as we needed. I know Captain Kirk's couldn't control the weather, but if they did, it couldn't have been a better day. Beautiful sunshine, the water was sparkling, and our loved one had the send-off he wanted. Many thanks to everyone at Captain Kirk's for a pretty much perfect experience. We highly recommend them for anyone looking for a comfortable and sensitive voyage when scattering a loved one's ashes in the Bay.

Captain Kirk's did an all-around fantastic job. The boat was perfect, the crew was attentive and…read moreknowledgeable. We felt the excursion was a great value and would definitely book again.

*Truly unique location with an outstanding staff*…read more We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Studio 333 and the entire experience was wonderful. From the first time we toured the space, Christopher and his staff were so helpful and friendly. Throughout the entire planning process Christopher was accessible to answer our questions and connect us with vendors, and this was truly helpful!! The day of the wedding Christopher and his staff were OUTSTANDING and the space was a perfect set up for the wedding. It was intimate, inviting, festive, and the art was beautiful. All of our guests have told us how much fun they had at our wedding and "what a cool/unique location we chose for our wedding". This is a perfect space for all kinds of parties, meetings, and other small gatherings. It is also a great place to come and check out local art.

Went in today with my girlfriend and was looking around in the men's section since stores nearby…read moredon't carry a lot men's clothing. All we had was a small shopping bag from the store next door and her small purse, and after looking around and not finding anything, the lady working was waving an empty hanger accusing us of stealing when she was watching us the whole time. After that we felt very uncomfortable and left the store. My girlfriend offered for her to look into our bags but she declined and continued to follow us out the store and stare us down until the crosswalk.

This place is a hidden gem in Palo Alto, in an industrial area surrounded by factories. It is a…read moremuseum of the work of Tony Foster, an artist from UK who paints beautiful watercolor landscapes. It's free, and a nice place to visit for an hour or so ... highly recommended.

What to do after brunch on Sunday in Palo Alto? Head to the Foster! Parking is a breeze, the…read moreadmission is free, and the experience works for all ages! As a dabbler in watercolors, I was transfixed--some of these paintings are huge--and he does not use photographs! As an educator, my mind was brimming with opportunities to integrate his work into humanities and human geography classes. The Foster website has excellent resources. This is a must see if you are in the area!

Affordable prices, great service, very flexible and on time ! Can meet any requests and…read morepreferences. Booked intercity transfer and it was stress-free! I will definitely be working with Shawn again!

I have been using Shawn's car for many times. No matter to the airport or tour to will e could try…read moreor sightseeing. He has a team can arrange any car I want. He is also very flexible. His driving style is professional comfortable. I had him and his team member drive car for me. They are all very nice. He knows that I need to play CD in the car and always make sure there is one. He bring water for us too. I will recommend him to anyone who need transportation.