SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco’s best, in one place.
San Francisco’s 15 most-booked cruises & boat tours, side by side. Each one with its price, its run time and the operator, plus a straight read on what you actually get for the money.
A 1-hour Golden Gate Bay cruise from Pier 43 1/2 with audio in 16 languages, up-close Golden Gate Bridge views, and passes by Alcatraz.
Most Popular“Well organised and beautiful cruise ride to see Golden Gate bridge and Alcatraz”
Ride San Francisco’s Bay at night for skyline glow, bridge views, and close passes by Alcatraz, with a comfy heated boat.
“Actually going right beneath the Golden Gate Bridge was an amazing experience. I think after boating by the Alcatraz it should end. After that it was very boring and still had an hour to go”
One hour on San Francisco Bay with close views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Angel Island, and Sausalito, narrated in 16 languages.
“Pleasant cruise around the bay, I even saw a few dolphins. Information was interesting but at times hard to hear”
2-hour San Francisco sunset cruise with close Golden Gate Bridge views, plus city lights, Alcatraz, Angel Island, Sausalito, and the bay bridges.
“The weather was perfect and the views were amazing. I liked that the boat wasn’t overcrowded. There was plenty of room to walk around and take pictures. 10/10 recommend.”
Alcatraz inside audio plus a 60-minute SF Bay Cruise with round-trip ferry from Pier 33. Easy, flexible, and great value.
“Despite the signage, you can take food onto the boat but can’t eat it on the port before you go. Pick up the boat trip to Golden Gate from Pier 39 roadside not in the actual Pier. Amazing trip & great value.”
1-hour narrated Bay cruise from Pier 39 with sea lions, Golden Gate Bridge underpass, and Alcatraz views plus a souvenir map.
“Stunning views. Going underneath the GG Bridge was just amazing.”
A 90-minute Bay cruise that circles Alcatraz from the water, sails under the Golden Gate Bridge, and includes straight-to-the-gate access.
“Very informative, great staff. A great choice for someone with a very narrow window of touristy time. Thank you!”
Sail past Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate at sunset on a San Francisco Bay catamaran cruise with one free drink.
“By far the best part of my trip to San Francisco. Incredible views of the bridge. Staff is also really nice and caring.”
Luxury 90-minute San Francisco Bay sunset cruise by catamaran featuring Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, and Pier 39 sea lions.
“The sunset wasn’t present at the rendezvous, so I definitely consider taking this cruise again because the experience was all worth it and the crew was super nice. We left on time from pier 39 and circumnavigated one tower of the Golden Gate bridge (very impressive seen from underneath). It took about two hours altogether…”
Alcatraz + a 1-hour Bay cruise with ferry tickets, multilingual audio, and major sights like the Golden Gate Bridge from the water.
“Excellent trip, well organised and very informative. Great day”
Alcatraz by included ferry with a 45-minute audio tour, plus a choice of day or night Alcatraz and a narrated Golden Gate Bay cruise.
“The Alcatraz Night Tour is an unforgettable experience. Arriving after dark adds an eerie, powerful atmosphere that completely changes how you experience the island. The audio tour is incredibly well done, with former inmates and guards bringing the history to life. Exploring the cellhouse at night, hearing the stories, and taking in the city lights…”
1.5-hour San Francisco Bay cruise from Fisherman’s Wharf, sailing under the Golden Gate and Bay bridges with close views of Alcatraz.
“I don't know what it's like to go on a weekend but we went on a Wednesday afternoon and it was perfect. There was hardly anyone on board but the happy crew. There were ample seats on all levels. I can't wait to do it again!”
90-minute bridge-to-bridge cruise from Pier 43 1/2. Ride under Golden Gate and Bay Bridge with multilingual audio and skyline views.
“Awesome views of both bridges, with a nice linger for great pics around and under GG bridge. Clean vessel and friendly crew.”
Sail under the Golden Gate, pass Alcatraz, and enjoy Sausalito views on a catamaran from Pier 39. 90 minutes for $72.
“Wonderful experience! We enjoyed our time on this beautiful boat on a lovely afternoon. The service from the crew was amazing.”
Walk Muir Woods redwoods, browse Sausalito, then enjoy a narrated Golden Gate Bay cruise with skyline and Alcatraz views.
“Our bus tour guide, Danny, was full of historical anecdotes and humor. Very personable, and detailed about the events of the day. Muir Woods is breathtaking and if you’re a hiker and have the time, schedule time to do some of the longer hikes. We heard the above canopy (Mt. Tamalpais) was extra special but…”
From Alcatraz and the Golden Gate to the redwoods, wine country and the coast. Every way to spend a day in and around the city.
