20+ YEARS
Our Story
Back in 2003, the world was a different place. Nokia phones were in every hand. Beyoncé had just gone solo. And in San Francisco, Dylan David was faced with an unexpected setback: a rejection for a bagging job at Trader Joe’s. Realizing that nighttime bartending wasn’t going to cut it, Dylan took a chance on an idea — and in doing so, changed the trajectory of his life.
With just 25 cents in his pocket — exactly the cost of a color flier at Kinko’s — Dylan climbed into his well-worn 1990 Dodge Caravan, printed a flier advertising a San Fran tour, and posted it on the wall of a single hostel. This simple act kick-started what would become a decades-long adventure showcasing his native city.
And just like that, Dylan’s Tours was born.
Fast forward two decades later, and Dylan’s Tours has grown into a team of passionate local guides, each offering their unique insights into San Francisco. And yet, the essence of the tours remains unchanged: authentic, unscripted, and deeply in tune with the city’s pulse.
Dylan himself is still at the forefront, guiding operations from our office in North Beach, Little Italy, and ensuring every tour lands with the same captivating and authentic spirit as those first tours some twenty years ago.
MEET THE TEAM
YOUR LOCAL SF GUIDES
Per
Minibus Tour/Bike Guide
The Castro is his favorite ‘hood “It’s warm and the people are great.”
Rolando
Minibus Tour/Bike Guide
We had Rolando as our tour guide and he is AMAZING! A fun, energetic, friendly guy, and native of San Francisco.” – Lindsay, UK
Patrick
Minibus Tour/Bike Guide
He hopes you are up for trivia and chocolate on his Dylan’s Famous Tour experiences!
Sean “Sully”
Minibus Tour/Bike Guide
Mark
Minibus Tour/Bike Guide
Armed with wit, charm, pictures, and more fun facts than you can shake a cable car at, Mark is the go-to guy for an unforgettable journey through the quirky streets of SF.
Jake
Minibus Tour Guide
He suggests you bring a layer and hopes you try cioppino and It’s-It ice cream sandwiches.
THE DYLAN’S TOURS DIFFERENCE
DISCOVER THE REAL SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco is more than a collection of landmarks; it’s a constantly evolving cityscape, brimming with stories, culture, and natural beauty.
From the haunting history of Alcatraz to the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods, from the quaint waterfront eateries in Sausalito to the iconic fog dancing under the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is truly one-of-a-kind — and it’s our privilege to share it with you.
We can’t wait to welcome you on one of our tours soon!
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY ABOUT OUR
AWARD-WINNING
SAN FRANCISCO TOURS
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