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At San Francisco Jeep Tours, our guides are part storyteller, part navigator, part local legend. They know where the fog hides, which streets reveal the skyline, and all the secret spots the buses can’t reach.
Guests tell us every day:
“The guide MADE the tour.”
“It felt like exploring with a hilarious, knowledgeable local friend.”
Each guide brings their own superpowers — Fog Whisperer, Photo Pro, Hidden Gem Hunter, Dad-Joke Master, Skyline Sorcerer — and a whole lot of heart.
Scroll down to meet the incredible humans behind the wheel.
Your perfect San Francisco adventure starts with them.
“Katya made us feel like we were exploring with the coolest local in San Francisco — she knew every shortcut, every hidden view, and when to outrun the fog.”
— Melissa R., TripAdvisor
If you want a guide with next-level instincts — the kind who knows which hill has the best light, which street has the perfect skyline reveal, and which neighborhood is about to fog over before the fog knows — you want Katya. Guests swear she has “GPS in her bones” and a “built-in fog radar,” making every moment on her tours feel intentional, cinematic, and unforgettable.
She’s been in San Francisco since the early ’90s, after years of working every job a boat can hold: bartender, event manager, line cook, and First Officer. If it floated, she could run it. If it broke, she could fix it. She brought that same fix-anything superpower to dry land — including Jeep doors, bungee cords, camera straps, and the occasional stressed-out plant.
Katya also trained as a paramedic and learned to drive an ambulance at Fire Station #10. Guests instantly understand why when they see her behind the wheel:
“She’s the calmest driver we’ve ever seen in a city this chaotic.”
“She navigates SF like she has cheat codes.”
She has visited more than 50 countries, so on tours she trades stories, travel tips, and hysterical observations with ease — and often gives guests insights about their home countries that even they don’t know.
“I love being around people having the best day of their lives. After paramedic training, this job is pure joy.”
• The top of Dolores Park when Hawk Hill disappears into fog
• Quiet corners where the skyline pops out of nowhere
• Local-only angles that make guests say, “How is this not famous?”
• Any vista where she can perfectly time the reveal for maximum impact
A tucked-away viewpoint she unveils with a half-smile and a “Trust me, this way.”
She can’t stop fixing things — dying plants, broken latches, mystery rattles. It’s a compulsion. Guests love it.
“I’ve traveled to 50 countries,” she says — followed by a perfectly timed story that somehow relates to wherever you are from.
“We saw more with Katya in three hours than we could’ve seen in three days.” — Jordan P., Yelp
“Her photo skills? Unreal.” — Priya L., Google Reviews
“Kat was the perfect guide — fun, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable.”
She took us everywhere we wanted to go and showed us hidden gems along the way.
— Kelly M., TripAdvisor
“Katya made the tour feel relaxed and personal.”
She answered every question, adjusted the route to our interests, and showed us more in one day than we could’ve seen in three.
— Jennifer H., TripAdvisor
“JoJo was hands-down the most fun and knowledgeable guide we’ve ever had — every stop felt like a surprise and every story felt bigger than life.”
— Vanessa B., YelpIf you want a guide who knows San Francisco like a hometown legend and brings an entire lifetime of unbelievable stories along for the ride, you want JoJo. He moved from Seattle to San Francisco in 1979, and for more than four decades he has explored the city with the curiosity of an adventurer and the confidence of someone who’s lived a dozen lives.
Before guiding, JoJo played professional soccer, raced cars, drummed in rock bands, and even owned a nightclub — which explains why guests say their tour with him feels like “an adventure, a concert, and a masterclass in local history all rolled into one.”
He’s a natural storyteller, a thrill seeker with perfect comedic timing, and a driver who makes the city feel effortless. Guests love how he tailors every route, how he times every reveal, and how every story he shares makes them fall a little more in love with San Francisco.
From his tours, he’s learned one universal truth: no matter where guests come from, the weather in their hometown has changed — and somehow that always becomes a conversation worth having.
Why I Love Guiding
“I’m a storyteller who loves this city and loves to drive — it’s the perfect combination.”
Favorite Photo Spots
• Hawk Hill — his all-time favorite Golden Gate reveal
• Angles where the bridge, bay, and skyline collide just right
• Surprising viewpoints that feel like postcards you walked into
Secret Spot
Shhh… the infamous house where Bugsy Malone lived
and the legendary floating Taj Mahal houseboat — hidden gems only JoJo reveals.
Fun Quirk
His passions haven’t changed: soccer, racing, drumming, dancing, skiing, boating, and “partying on Garth” — yes, that’s a thing.
Micro-Story Guests Love
He once appeared in a Chevy commercial with his daughter…
and he played soccer with George Best —
(“You Americans need to Google him,” he says with a grin.)
Guest Vibe
“JoJo was the highlight of our whole trip.” — Phillip S., TripAdvisor
“He made the city feel electric — funny, kind, and full of insider stories.” — Kelly M., Google ReviewsTour with Jo Jo — the guide who turns a simple ride into a story you’ll be telling for years.
“Jo Jo made the whole day unforgettable.”
Funny, knowledgeable, and full of amazing stories — he showed us places we’d never find on our own.
— Rachel A., TripAdvisor
“The best guide we’ve ever had — hands down.”
JoJo tailored the entire route, took incredible photos, and made us feel like old friends exploring the city together.
— Gigi B., TripAdvisor
“Sean made the whole city come alive — we laughed, we learned, we saw everything.” — Rachel A., TripAdvisor
Sean has called San Francisco home since 1977, long enough to understand the city the way most people understand an old friend — its moods, its legends, its shortcuts, and its soul. Guests say riding with him feels “like touring with a local historian, a comedian, and a storyteller rolled into one.”
Before guiding, Sean lived a dozen different lives across Europe:
• A bellman in Switzerland
• A truck unloader in Marseille
• An English teacher in AthensBack in the U.S., he somehow ended up working for a mafia-owned vending machine company in the South Bronx, where he stumbled into early hip-hop culture — an unexpected detour that sparked an underground rap career that guests still get a taste of on tour.
For 36 years, Sean drove a cab through San Francisco, collecting the kinds of stories that inspired his book Don’t Take Me the Long Way and earned him a place in the San Francisco Historical Society. Creative, authentic, energetic, youthful (and, he insists, “house-trained”), he brings a depth of city knowledge you won’t get anywhere else.
Why He Loves Guiding
“I love this city. I’ve seen it from every angle — from hilltops to back alleys to midnight cab rides. Sharing that with guests is pure joy.”
Favorite Photo Spot
The Muir Woods Overlook, where falcons swoop overhead, the Pacific glitters below, and guests whisper “wow” every single time.
Signature Surprise
If the vibe is right, Sean drops a story from his cab-driving years — the kind that makes guests gasp, laugh, or say, “That needs to be a movie.”
Sometimes he even slips into a mini freestyle:“I’m a raconteur
who can rock on tour,
tailoring each experience like haute couture—
crafted like Armani
for the guests ridin’ with me,
keepin’ our spirits in harmony.”Guests eat it up.
Personal Passion
Storytelling — whether in rhyme, in history, or in those unexpected real-life adventures only San Francisco can deliver.
Guest Vibes About Sean
“Sean gave us the best tour we’ve had anywhere. Funny, brilliant, totally unique.”
“He knows this city better than Google Maps.”
“He had our whole family laughing and learning.”
Take a Private Tour with Sean
Ride with Sean — a guide who turns every street into a story, every story into a connection, and every stop into a memory you’ll talk about for years.
Sean’s stories, humor, raps, and deep knowledge of San Francisco made the experience one-of-a-kind.
— Emily Y., Google Reviews
“Sean knows every corner of this city.”
He customized our whole tour, shared history we’d never heard, and kept us laughing the entire ride.
— Kelly G., TripAdvisor
“Anthony gave us the most entertaining history lesson of our lives — we laughed nonstop AND saw every major view without the crowds.”
— Sarah M., TripAdvisorIf you want a guide who can outmaneuver traffic, outsmart fog, and out-joke half the comedy clubs in the city, you want Anthony. Born and raised in the Bay Area and now proudly SF-based since 2022, he blends sharp local knowledge with the timing of a seasoned stand-up comic. Guests describe him as “dependable,” “mesmerizing,” “fastidious,” and — humorously — “aerodynamic.” (No one knows what it means. Everyone agrees it fits.)
Before guiding, Anthony worked in investment banking, buried under spreadsheets, Slack messages, and existential dread. He walked away for a life that pays less but gives infinitely more: adventure, connection, and the joy of showing the world that San Francisco is still one of the most beautiful, vibrant cities on the planet.
When he’s not guiding, he performs stand-up comedy and hosts trivia nights — meaning his tours come with perfect timing, crowd work, and just the right amount of chaos. He also drops surprisingly useful knowledge, like: you don’t actually have to bring your kid on vacation. (A guest taught him that one.)
Why I Love Guiding
“I get to show people that San Francisco is far more beautiful, vibrant, and culturally alive than the news will ever admit.”
Favorite Photo Spots
• Hawk Hill — where bridge, fog, and skyline line up like a movie poster
• Scenic spots where the light hits just right for dramatic silhouettes
• Anywhere guests can finally say, “THAT’S the shot!”
Secret Spot
Surprising guests with the Bison Paddock — and letting them name the bison (just don’t say buffalo).
Fun Quirk
He’s a real stand-up comedian — ask about tonight’s show.
Micro-Story Guests Love
The Golden Gate Bridge was almost painted yellow and black stripes — “a crime against aesthetics,” according to Anthony and basically everyone else.
Guest Vibe
“Anthony was hilarious AND incredibly knowledgeable.” — David R., Yelp
“He made the city feel alive — best tour we’ve ever taken.” — Amanda L., TripAdvisor
Spend the day with touring with Anthony — one of the most entertaining, insightful humans you’ll ever explore San Francisco with.
“Anthony is a phenomenal guide.”
Calm under pressure, full of history, and always accommodating — he made the city come alive.
— Kimberlee M., Google Reviews
“So much knowledge and so much fun!”
Anthony took us to unexpected spots, handled traffic like a pro, and gave us great recommendations for the rest of our trip.
— Richard W., TripAdvisor
“Bill made the city come alive — we laughed, we learned, and we saw places we’d never have found without him.”
— Karen T., TripAdvisor
If you want a guide who blends deep local knowledge with quick humor and heart, you want Bill. A lifelong traveler who officially settled in San Francisco six years ago, he guides with the warmth of a favorite uncle and the precision of someone who studies the city like a living map. Guests rave about his storytelling — equal parts insight, humor, and perfectly timed dad jokes.
Before guiding, Bill lived approximately seven different lives: taxi driver, iron foundry worker, forklift operator, fish market worker, professional trainer, university instructor, and even a “chicken hand on the Rio Grande.” These experiences make him endlessly relatable — and endlessly entertaining.
He’s also the guy who knows the hidden-angle photo spots, the obscure architectural stories, and the history that doesn’t appear on Wikipedia. His guests adore him for it.
“I love this city and I love sharing it. Simple as that.”
• Columbus Ave with the Sentinel Building & Transamerica Pyramid
• Washington Street looking toward the Bay
• Rooftops and alleys most visitors never wander into
• Anywhere the city feels cinematic
The murals inside Coit Tower — and the stories behind them — are his signature reveal.
His dad jokes are so powerful they can make both teenagers and adults groan in unison.
Bill shares the local tradition of giving “Hopper’s Hands” a high-ten at the Golden Gate Bridge — a simple handprint sign created by ironworker Ken Hopper that became one of San Francisco’s most beloved unofficial landmarks. Guests always light up at this one.
“Bill’s storytelling is world-class.” — Monica F., Google Reviews
“We learned more with Bill in 3 hours than we did in a week on our own.” — R.J., TripAdvisor
“Bill’s passion for San Francisco shines.”
He shared history, trivia, and personal stories that made the city feel alive.
— Bonnie M., TripAdvisor
“A true ‘San Francisologist.’”
Bill took us to iconic sights and secret spots — even slowing down to revisit the place we got engaged.
— WorldTraveler7, TripAdvisor
“Brian gave us the best photos of our entire trip — he knows the angles, the light, and how to beat the fog.”
— Michelle P., TripAdvisorBrian has spent over 25 years exploring, working in, guiding through, and obsessing over San Francisco. He’s an architecture buff, a lifelong storyteller, an abstract painter, and the rare guide who can describe the skyline even when it’s completely hidden in fog. Guests call him “a storyteller with perfect timing,” “an architecture encyclopedia,” and “a real-life fog whisperer.”
Before guiding, Brian worked as a party planner in the TV industry, booking bands and designing unforgettable moments — which is exactly how he approaches every tour: pacing, surprise reveals, fun facts, big laughs, and just enough mischief.
He once lived on a floating home in Sausalito with his wife, three boys, and their dog — a detail guests never forget.
Why I Love Guiding
“Seeing this place through first-time visitors’ eyes — especially those on a once-in-a-lifetime trip — never gets old.”
Favorite Photo Spots
• Under the Golden Gate Bridge North Tower
• The Marin Headlands reveal — his signature dramatic moment
• Beneath the tallest redwoods
• Anywhere the bridge, bay, and skyline align into magic
Secret Spot
He times the Headlands curve reveal so perfectly that guests gasp — every time.
Fun Quirk
He can dscribe the city in perfect detail even when it’s 100% swallowed in fog.
Micro-Story Guests Love
“We lived on a floating home in Sausalito.”
Guests always respond with, “Wait, seriously? Tell us everything.”
Guest Vibe
“He made the city feel like a living story.” — Elena J., Yelp
“We couldn’t stop smiling — Brian’s passion is contagious.” — Cody S., Google Reviews
Tour with Brian — the guide who turns every stop into a story and every viewpoint into a postcard.
“Brian made the day truly special.”
Warm, funny, and incredibly passionate about San Francisco — we learned so much from him.
— Elizabeth G., Facebook
“A first-class experience from start to finish.”
Brian’s storytelling, hospitality, and deep city knowledge made us feel like VIP guests.
— Lori M., TripAdvisor