Love Bus Chronicles
San Francisco VW Bus Tours and Travel Stories
Welcome to Love Bus Chronicles, your go-to guide for San Francisco VW bus tours and travel stories. From iconic landmarks to secret gems, we’ll show you the city like never before.
Phil Lesh: The Grateful Spirit of a Hippie Icon
Phil Lesh: The Grateful Spirit of a Hippie Icon San Francisco has always been a canvas for free spirits and visionaries, and few embodied this energy like Phil Lesh, the legendary bassist of the Grateful Dead. More than a musician, Phil Lesh was an icon of community, creativity, and radical love. Phil’s journey with the […]
Alcatraz in Pop Culture
Alcatraz in Pop Culture: Movies, Mysteries, and Haunted Hype Alcatraz Island has long been a symbol of isolation and inescapability, thanks to its notorious history as a federal prison for America’s most dangerous criminals. But beyond its real-world reputation, Alcatraz has also captured the imagination of filmmakers, writers, and even paranormal investigators, turning the island […]
How to Visit Muir Woods: The Unbelievably Massive Redwood Trees Just Outside San Francisco
How to Get to Muir Woods from San Francisco If you’re visiting San Francisco and craving a break from the city’s buzz, a trip to the stunning Muir Woods National Monument is a must. Just 16 miles north, you’ll find yourself surrounded by some of the tallest and oldest coastal redwoods in the world, a […]
Plan Your Perfect Holiday Vacation in San Francisco Without Breaking the Bank
Plan Your Perfect Holiday Vacation in San Francisco Without Breaking the Bank The holiday season is fast approaching, and San Francisco is one of the most magical places to visit during OND (October, November, December). The City by the Bay transforms into a festive wonderland, with twinkling lights, seasonal events, and a vibrant atmosphere that […]
Falloween Frenzy! SF knows how to costume party
San Francisco has always been the place where imagination runs wild, creativity knows no bounds, and dressing up is just part of the fun. This year, we’re kicking off the Falloween season early, since pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pancakes, and even the new M&M candies flavor (Pumpkin Pie!) hitting the markets earlier than ever before. We’re […]
San Francisco Olympic Energy
San Francisco Olympic Energy: Embrace the Olympic Spirit with San Francisco Love Tours! Voted “One of the Best Tours of San Francisco” As the world comes together to celebrate the Olympic Games, there’s no better time to explore the rich cultural tapestry and pioneering spirit of San Francisco. At San Francisco Love Tours, we believe in […]
San Francisco 4th of July Things To Do
Patriotic Places to Visit in the City Patriotic Sites in San Francisco worth checking out San Francisco is filled with sites that radiate love for America’s rich history and contributions to our collective heritage. Here’s our groovy guide to some patriotic spots in the City by the Bay: 1. Presidio of San FranciscoDescription: Once a […]
Celebrating Famous Fathers from San Francisco History
A Special Father’s Day Sale with San Francisco Love Tours Father’s Day is a time to honor and celebrate the amazing dads in our lives. As we celebrate the special occasion, let’s take a moment to appreciate a few famous fathers from San Francisco’s rich history who have left an indelible mark on the city […]
San Francisco Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Tours: Ditch the Mainstream, Man Sure, cable cars are a blast, but let’s face it, once you’ve seen one, you’ve seen ’em all. If you want to peel back the layers of this city and get to its core, you gotta hit those offbeat paths, soak in the stories that built it, and savor […]
Alcatraz Escape
Alcatraz’s escape attempts made famous the Alcatraz prison island, also known as “The Rock”. The prison operated from August 11th, 1934 until March 21st, 1963. Alcatraz, San Francisco was originally a fort site and hosted a United States Army Military Prison. With the prison buildings already in place and just in need of a bit […]
Meet Judith
Judith Berndsen Is a rock-climber, botanist, photographer, filmmaker, artist and obsessed with road trips and adventures! In her early 20’s, she left her hometown in Germany to find new adventures in America. San Francisco was her gateway drug to rock-climbing while on her way to Yosemite. She immediately connect with San Francisco; a city build […]
Meet Kirstin
Kirstin Doyle is a native San Francisco Bay Area musician, actress and writer. We totally love her versatility, creativity and enthusiasm along with her love for people. When she is not on tours, you may find Kirstin performing with her band, The Sean Connerie, as the lead vocalist and keyboarding. Kirstin also writes, performs in, […]
Five Years Ago, Today…
Five Years Ago, Today…. “Five years ago today, the idea for San Francisco Love Tours sprouted in my head. I feel like it was just recently that the idea of creating a VW hippie bus tour company came to mind and that my brother and I picked up our first Volkswagen bus, Love Bus, and […]
SUPERBOWL LIII Viewing Locations
Superbowl LIII Viewing Locations This Sunday, the Rams will be taking on the Patriots at Superbowl 53! Kick off begins at 3:30pm PST. The Superbowl could not have been at a better time for San Francisco will also be on its 3rd day of Beer Week! To bet on the Patriots, you can simply go […]
The Flyer: San Francisco at Pier 39
If you haven’t had the opportunity to attend this new attraction on Pier 39, then you are missing out! The Flyer: San Francisco takes you on a simulated flying tour of San Francisco’s greatest attractions, all in about 20 minutes! When you first enter The Flyer, you will instantly notice that there are seagulls everywhere- […]
A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER
I simply can’t imagine a better way of experiencing going up and down the hills of San Francisco than in a VW-hippie bus. The allure of these adorable V-Dubs are only matched by the marvelous sights and stories encapsulated by this ever-changing city. People wanting to ride in a VW bus are kindred spirits who appreciate a small, family-like experience with guides that love storytelling as much as they love living in this city. These are genuine experiences, befriending authentic people, making extraordinaire memories. ~ Allan