Buckle up and get ready to discover the Bay Area's unbeatable team-building opportunities!
With a privileged location, the Bay Area is home to some of the world's finest wine country, including Napa Valley and Sonoma, adding to waterfront towns, beaches, and the tech-savvy southern end of the bay known as the Silicon Valley. With its iconic landmarks, including Treasure, Yerba Buena, Angel, and Alcatraz islands nestled within the bay, the area offers a diversity of team-building activities.
From the streets of San Francisco to the adrenaline rush of Sonoma Raceway, the Bay Area caters to teams of every size.
Exploring Fisherman's Wharf, uncovering artistic secrets at SFMOMA with Museum Hack, or engaging in a paintball battle at Paintball Jungle - We guarantee there's something for everyone’s taste!
Join us as we embark on a journey through the Bay Area's most exciting team-building adventures, designed to inspire, challenge, and unite your crew. Let TeamOut be your guide as you explore this epic destination!
Take a Mission District Food Tour for a fresh perspective on San Francisco’s Mission District, one of the most eclectic neighborhoods. Skip the lines and taste delicious specialties at a number of notable establishments. Savor the delicacies of world-renowned spots such as Craftsman & Wolves,Tartine Bakery, Venga Empanadas - made by hand, baked not fried - and Panchita’s Restaurant. All food is included. Vegetarian friendly.
Location: 826 Valencia Street, San Francisco 94110
Schedule: From 11:00 am
Duration: 3 hours
Prices: $89/pp
Food on-site: Food included in the tour
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Public transport
Rating: 5⭐
From local art to food and culture, there’s so much to explore in Mission District!
At 1AM, the mission is to progress Freedom of Speech through the Arts. For a creative team-building session, book the Graffiti Workshop: Here, your team will transform a large wall into a collective artwork. Choose the Laser Letters workshop for group spell outs with expert spray paint instruction. Street Art and Hip Hop workshops are also available! Looking for something remote? Book a virtual Graffiti Workshop - yes, it’s a thing!
Location: 401 Bush Street. San Francisco, CA 94108 | 428 11th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Schedule: Monday-Saturday from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Duration: 90 minutes
Prices: $69 - $89pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Located in downtown San Francisco
Rating: 5⭐
Gather your team for a graffiti workshop and watch their creativity and collaboration with each other expand!
Experience a hands-on clay-making session at Clay By The Bay, a hot-spot for group activities in Nob Hill. Create two unique projects: a textured cup or pencil holder and a wheel-thrown cup, bowl, or dish, guided by expert instructors. Completed pieces can be collected within 4-6 weeks. All materials, including clay and aprons, are provided.
Location: 747 Beach St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 12:00 pm 6:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: $135
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Yes
Transport from the City Center: Public transport
Rating: 4.8⭐
Phones Down, Clay Up! It’s time to get a little dirty, try something new, and bond with your team.
Gear up for nostalgic fun with Bay Mistery's scavenger hunts. Opt for the Culinary Murder Mystery, put your detective hat on, and unravel a crime with your team. Alternatively, escape a haunted palace as you sip wine at the bar. Solve The Great Chip Heist Mystery after diving into the provided evidence—briefing, suspects, map, and clues. Ready to tackle these challenges?
Location: Mountain View, CA and Palo Alto, CA
Schedule: Open 24 hours
Duration: 2-3 hours
Prices: $60/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Scavenger hunts promote critical spirit, team work, and collaborative thought. Can you think of a better way to bring your team together?
San Francisco's Palace Games boasts top-tier escape adventures, renowned for their technology and thrilling plot twists. Experience escape rooms like The Edison, The Attraction, The Great Houdini, and The Roosevelt. Following your escape, head to The Game Room, ideal for team gatherings, allowing outside food and non-alcoholic beverages. Escape rooms promote collaboration and critical thinking, while being an enjoyable entertainment for all.
Location: 3362 Palace Drive San Francisco, CA 94123
Schedule: Monday - Thursday from 10:00 am - 10:00 pm | Friday - Sunday from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: $425 total price for each room
Food on-site: No (bring your own food but just if you book The Game Room)
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: Not provided
Rating: 5⭐
Choose from four escape rooms available on-site and finish your day at the Game Room, where you can have a team gathering or party!
Yay Maker’s paint and sip parties are memorable for everyone. Join a professional host as they teach you step-by-step: You’ll be focused on having a good time—not becoming Picasso. Learn everything from blending backgrounds to adding fine details while enjoying a beverage or two! There are more than 36,000 original options — all of which you can personalize. Events are organized across San Francisco. All material is provided.
Location: Local venues (bars/restaurants) in San Francisco
Schedule: Not specified
Duration: From 1 hour to 90 minutes
Prices: $35/pp
Food on-site: Food packages available
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center:
Rating: 4.3⭐
When it comes to the arts, just let your creativity flow. Whether you're a first-timer or experienced, fun is guaranteed!
Experience hands-on beekeeping with SF Honey & Pollen Co. Featuring beginner and advanced classes, the company offers a "in the hive" approach. Beginners gain an understanding of living, working hives and an appreciation for bees, while advanced students learn to spin honey. Learn hive infrastructure, suit up, and taste local honey and pollen. It's a bee-autiful experience!
Location: 1176 Shafter Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 am
Duration: 3 hours
Prices: $150/pp
Food on-site:
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Don't be fooled - this team-building activity is incredibly safe and will leave your crew in awe!
Up for a paintball challenge? Hit the “Jungle”, where guides will assist your group in tactical scenarios, leadership, teamwork, and competitive gameplay. American Canyon Paintball Jungle features 30 acres of eucalyptus landscapes, forts, teepees, and 5 Speedball Courts. Equipment provided. Enjoy the picnic area for downtime. It's an outstanding experience your company will cherish and share!
Location: American Canyon Paintball Jungle Fields & Pro-Shop | 2 Eucalyptus Drive | American Canyon, CA 94503
Schedule: Weekdays for groups only - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm | Weekends - no reservation needed - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Duration: 30-minute games throughout the day
Prices: $55/pp - $150/pp
Food on-site: Yes - Riley’s Food Truck
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4⭐
It's a fantastic outdoor bonding experience with your team! Rest assured, safety and equipment are guaranteed by the company.
If your team thrives on adrenaline and speed, Sonoma Raceway is a must-visit. Build team spirit, wage competition or simply have the time of your life with up to four driving modules. Try Karting at California's most picturesque outdoor race kart track, or choose Hot Laps and feel the twists and turns of the 2.52-mile, 12-turn road course at speeds north of 100 mph! Autocross challenge and Drifting are also available.
Location: 29355 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476
Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Duration: 4 hours
Prices: Single Activities from $6,000 (up to 16 participants)
Hot Laps & Happy Hour from $15,000 (up to 25 participants)
Food on-site: Yes - Raceway Cafe
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Just a curiosity: The raceway hosts the only NASCAR events held in the Northern California region!
Ready to see the Bay in a whole new Way? The SpinOut Water Bikes are a fun, fabulous, fitness experience. No biking or swimming experience is required. This eco-friendly company has a mission to bring sustainable outdoor experiences to locals and visitors alike and build healthy relationships between participants, the water, and the maritime community. Choose from scenic rides and fitness rides, and get ready to explore!
Location: Pier 40, South Beach Harbor Marina, San Francisco, CA
Schedule: Thursday - Sunday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Duration: 40 minutes - 4 hours
Prices: From $80/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Yes, that’s right! These float! Can you think of a better way to discover the Bay?
Learn about Alamo Hill's significance during the 1906 fires and explore the iconic Chateau Tivoli during this one-of-a-kind walking tour. Marvel at the Victorian Painted Ladies, famous from "Full House," and conclude in the historic Fillmore District, visiting the Third Baptist Church, San Francisco's first Black church. Discover the history behind San Francisco’s City Hall and explore trendy Divisadero Street.
Location: Meeting point at the stairs at the intersection of Pierce and Hayes streets
Schedule: 9:30 AM daily
Duration: 90 minutes
Prices: $35/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible and stroller accessible
Transport from the City Center: Public Transport
Rating: 4.5⭐
Visit one of the world’s most recognizable tourist spots: The Victorian Painted Ladies.
For a unique spin on a classic game, add Bubble Soccer to your team building plans. Bubble Soccer is an exhilarating, fun cross between soccer and sumo suits and is highly entertaining to play and watch. With your reservation, enjoy exclusive use of the field, 1 hour of Archery Tag, 1 hour of Bubble Soccer, and 1 hour of Soccer. A referee runs the entire event. Are you up for it?
Location: 701 Mission Bay Blvd North, San Francisco, CA 94124
Indulge in a chocolate tasting session at Dandelion Chocolate, a renowned San Francisco chocolatier. Here, enjoy a delicious team bonding experience at one of their SF locations. Taste your way through a flight of five distinctive chocolate bars — from fudgy to fruity — made of well-fermented cocoa beans. Learn techniques and vocabulary to identify tasting notes in chocolate. Here, you can also create a confection from scratch, just like Willy Wonka!
Location: Multiple locations - 16th Street Factory | Valencia Street | Ferry Building | Fillmore Street | Bloom Chocolate Salon
Schedule: Saturdays at 4:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $55/pp
Food on-site: Yes, chocolate!
Accessibility: Yes
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Chocolate lovers and foodies will adore this team-building experience! Join your team for a delicious activity!
If you're seeking outdoor sports mixed with a touch of adventure without stepping out of the city, let's talk about the McLaren Park Ropes Course - Outward Bound California. Hands down, it's a prime choice for team building activities in the Bay Area. The Ropes Course is an authentic teaching tool: Your team will face challenges on the low and high elements, discovering the importance of cooperation and effective communication!
Location: 1100 Mansell St. San Francisco, CA 94134
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 4 to 6 hours
Prices: $5,300/ total cost for groups of 6 to 20 | $6,300/ total cost for groups of 21 to 32
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Challenge yourself and your team at McLaren Park Ropes Course. Strengthen team bonds and increase your self-confidence with multiple challenges!
Join the best mixology class in the Bay Area at Soma Bartending, where you’ll learn all the secrets to making delicious cocktails! Customize a time, date and cocktail menu from the libation list and savor sweet and salty snacks between drinks. The event is hosted by a highly skilled mixologist guiding your group through the construction of each unique drink!
Get ready for a dose of history, theory, bar tips & flair.
Location: SoMa Bartending, 510 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94107
Schedule: Everyday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: $189/pp
Food on-site: Yes, snacks are provided
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Bond with your colleagues as you sip on cocktails and taste snacks. This is a fantastic indoor team-building activity that everyone will enjoy!
Forget the usual windmills and castles and get ready for shark-infested waters and pop culture references. Choose from the spot’s favorite holes, including Arty Party, Morning Tee With Granny, and Sugar, Slice, All Things Nice. Featuring 9 holes of mini golf, book your group event and you’ll have access to 2 hours of reserved area, a personal Holey Moley Team host, and a mix of pizzas and sides to keep your energy flowing!
Location: San Francisco
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: From $40/pp
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4⭐
Forget everything you think you know about mini golf! Holey Moley is full of pop culture references and details from the 80s and 90s!
You can’t miss Fisherman’s Wharf, a Bay Area gem. Renowned for its ambiance and views of the San Francisco skyline, this is a spot where your team can enjoy indoor/outdoor dining with the freshest seafood, shopping, family attractions and museums, as well as amazing outdoor activities! Take a boat tour and stop by nearby Pier 39 to see the sea lions. Arrive by cable car on the Powell and Hyde line.
Location: 2801 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Schedule: Everyday from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: Depends on the activity
Food on-site: Yes, multiple restaurants
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Ferries and streetcars
Rating: 4.6⭐
If you're looking to explore all of San Francisco – from its low-profile spots to its mainstream attractions – Fisherman's Wharf really is a must-see.
Bad Axe Throwing is located in Daly City. Head to the best urban axe throwing bar for anything but a typical office party. This spot provides a fun-fuelled place where your team can let loose. Enjoy a private lane, coach-led games, and axe-throwing instructions. Get into the round robin play followed by a tournament to crown the champion in your company.
Location: 30A Hill St, Daly City, CA 94014
Schedule: Everyday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: Weekday team-building from $300/total
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Public Transport
Rating: 5⭐
Put your skills to the test with an axe throwing team challenge followed by drinks and snacks!
Not a fan of museums? Museum Hack will change your mind! Combining smart humor, mind blowing facts, and juicy gossip, museum experiences are reimagined. Museum Hack leads team building activities in San Francisco at the city’s best museum: SFMOMA. Tours are known to be a little quirky, as you’ll be whisked off to the galleries, while learning about some of the most unconventional and salacious stories from private archives. It’s guaranteed entertainment!
Location: 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118
Schedule: Monday and Tuesday from 10 am to 5 pm | Thursday from 1 pm to 8 pm | Friday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: $100/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Public transport
Rating: 5⭐
Museum Hack offers a blend of art, history, and loads of fun, all rolled into one exciting package!
The Exploratorium should be at the top of your list. It’s more than a museum: It’s a gateway to exploring science, art, and human perception. Unleash your curiosity through more than 650 interactive exhibits in six spacious indoor and outdoor galleries. Find the world-famous Tactile Dome, one-of-a-kind stores, dining options, and more at this stand-out San Francisco bayside location.
Location: Pier 15 (Embarcadero at Green St), San Francisco, CA 94111
Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Thursday from 6:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: $39.95/pp
Food on-site: Yes, restaurant and cafe
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Public transport
Rating: ⭐
The Exploratorium is a public learning laboratory where you can explore the world through science, art, and human perception.
Romp around San Francisco solving challenging riddles and completing challenges. Rediscover 4 iconic neighborhoods, including Haight Ashbury and North beach. First, solve the neighborhood, then complete the in-person challenge for extra points. Repeat the process for the other three neighborhoods. At the end of the day – when the timer ticks all the way down – meet at the afterparty location (revealed later!) to dole out some epic prizes and enjoy refreshing libations!
Location: Starting point of your choice
Schedule: 10am to 6pm
Duration: All day
Prices: From $74/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
This is not your traditional SF scavenger hunt! Explore four neighborhoods and solve riddles in the most creative way with Handstand!
Step into the grand universe at Chabot Space & Science Center, home to the NASA Ames Visitor Center. This non-profit science center serves Oakland and the Bay Area with an Observatory, Planetarium, and exhibition galleries. Engage in Engineering challenges and compete with your team in a race to design a construction feat! Head out on an interpretative hike or take a nature journaling session through the coastal redwoods.
Location: 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, CA 94619
Schedule: Wednesday-Sunday: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. | First Friday of the Month: 6pm to 10 pm
Duration: Contact the company
Prices: $24/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Live your best scientist experience at Chabot Space & Science Center, where team challenges and knowledge mix perfectly!
Who said Tuesday nights can’t be fun? Get ready for a different night out at The Detour, where board games and a casual, relaxed environment meet. The game host - Chris from Play the Bay - will break the ice and guide your team through challenges and games. Savor the menu with Pan Pacific elements of street food and Asian inspirations. Let's Eat, Let's Drink, Let’s play!
Take flight on Pier 39 and prepare for an unforgettable journey above the city’s most iconic landmarks! Buckle up and fly over the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, and Alcatraz in this San Francisco’s Flying Theater Experience. Experience a giant, 50-foot wrap around screen, motion seats, wind effects and more!
If your team is up for an airborne adventure, look no further than Bandaloop Studio Aerial Arts in Oakland, just on the other side of the Bay Bridge from San Francisco. Don't worry, no past acrobatic experience is required to participate! Bandaloop’s rigging for vertical dance and aerial work is done by qualified professionals to make sure you fully enjoy this one-of-a-kind exercise with all safety requirements.
Location: 1601 18th Street in West Oakland, CA
Schedule: 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Duration: Contact the company
Prices: From $20/pp/per class
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible (except for the Mezzanine)
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Engage in this dynamic team-building activity designed to enhance your communication skills through vertical dance and aerial work rigging.
This is a stand-out team-building activity for crews looking to enjoy the great outdoors and breathing in fresh air! Biking the stunning California Coastal Trail is one of many team building activities in the Bay Area that Long Branch Farms offers. Other activities include Tour the Harbor, Beach Yoga, and teeing off at the Driving Range.
Location: 321 Verde Road, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Schedule: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Duration: Depending on the activity
Prices: Depending on the activity
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Long Branch Farms is an outstanding spot for team building activities and for hosting events!
Create your Next Team-Building Experience with TeamOut!
Discover the array of team-building activities awaiting your squad in the vibrant Bay Area!
From exploring the eclectic streets of San Francisco with Handstand Scavenger Hunt to uncovering the secrets of SFMOMA on an unconventional tour with Museum Hack, there's no shortage of excitement.
Get familiar with the atmosphere of Fisherman's Wharf, or gather your team for an adrenaline rush at Sonoma Raceway! Whether you’re into exploring the Bay on a water bike or admiring the timeless beauty of Alamo Square's Painted Ladies, we’ve got you covered!
Let our TeamOut experts craft a tailor-made experience for your team, personalized to suit your needs, wishes, and budget.
Schedule a free call today and start planning a stand-out adventure in the heart of San Francisco Bay!
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.
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