Muni is full of surprises. Some are bad, like the bus that just … never … materializes. But sometimes the surprises are fantastic: a bus ride that takes 15 minutes when you thought it would take 30, a driver who cracks a joke, or finding a new pocket of the city to explore.

We wanted to celebrate the latter by finding the best Muni routes for hitting the city’s sights. Whether you’re a San Francisco tourist, a newcomer, or a true resident, these are the routes that give you the most bang for your 2 bucks. They hit the city’s popular landmarks and criss-cross the landscape. And they offer some of the best views in San Francisco, so sit back in that plastic seat, grab your camera, and enjoy.