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San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    1 hour

  • Start time

    Different timeslots available (choose while booking)

  • Meeting Point
    The cruise starts from Pier 43½, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco.
    Since boarding is on a first-come, first-served basis, please arrive at the start point 20-30 mins early. 
  • Ending Point

    Same as the start point 

Key Highlights

  • Enjoy wonderful views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the San Francisco Skyline
  • Incredible photo-opportunities
  • Frequent cruise departures – choose the one that is right for you!
  • Our local partners have over 100 years experience and offer the Original Bay Cruise
  • Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted

Overview

A San Francisco Bay Cruise is the perfect introduction to San Francisco and a ‘must-do’ when you visit the city.  With over 100 years of experience, our local partners are the original providers of this essential S.F cruise and fantastic experience is guaranteed for all!

Step aboard the Golden Gate Bay Cruise for a one-hour journey showcasing San Francisco’s most iconic sights from the water. Departing from Fisherman's Wharf, the cruise passes landmarks like North Beach, Aquatic Park, and Ghirardelli Square, offering views of the Marina District and the city’s historic waterfront. The highlight comes as the ship glides directly beneath the towering Golden Gate Bridge, with sweeping views of Crissy Field, the Presidio, and the Marin Headlands. The trip continues past Sausalito and circles near Alcatraz Island, where multilingual narration reveals stories of its notorious past and daring escapes. Passengers can also spot local wildlife such as sea lions and pelicans along the way. Since 1939, this cruise has been a beloved tradition, blending history, natural beauty, and city charm for an unforgettable San Francisco experience.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • 1-hour boat cruise
  • Audio commentary on boat (English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Italian, Thai, Russian and Hindi)
  • Headphones

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Refreshments

Please note

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Please reach meeting point 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.

Luggage Restrictions: Large bags, backpacks, suitcases not allowed.

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Maria Anita Regalado - United States 18 Oct

Great price and good tour. If you like history, this is very informative or you can just relax and enjoy the cruise....

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Jill Kelly - Canada 28 Sep

Educational, interesting and an easy way to learn about a new city....

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Mercedes Salas - United States 26 Aug

first time on this and staff really helpful...

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mr s m heffer - United Kingdom 18 Aug

The tour was approximately one hour long and took us under the Golden Gate Bridge (unfortunately shropuded in mist) and baxk again to Pier 43 and a half via Alcatraz. There was...

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Kenneth Pustejovsky - United States 20 Jul

We took the cruise on a particularly clear day and it was wonderful. The cruise had audio headsets that we could listen to, telling us about the bay, city, alcatraz and bridges....

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  • Fisherman's Wharf

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