Overview
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This 90-minute cruise set to music will take you from PIER 39 and passes by San Francisco icons, such as the famous California Sea Lions and the Golden Gate Bridge.
As the sun sets on the San Francisco Bay and the lights come up in the city, you'll continue to take in the many sights while you go by Angel Island, Sausalito, Tiburon, and the world famous Alcatraz Island. There is no better seat on the Bay to see one of the most beautiful cities in the world turn on its lights.
If the timing doesn't work, select from one of our other amazing cruise options available during the day!
Don’t miss this breathtaking experience from the best seats on the Bay!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Pier 39
This cruise departs from Pier 39.
Golden Gate Bridge
This 90-minute cruise will take you past the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
Options
San Francisco Day Cruise
60 Min Day Cruise: No sunset but same great views. If the schedule for the Sunset Cruise doesn't work out, join us on an amazing SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Sunset Cruise
What‘s Included
90 Min Sightseeing Cruise with inside and outside seating and multiple restrooms
Fully Stocked Snack Bar for onboard purchases
Soundtrack playing cool tunes
Amazing Golden Hour, Sunset & Night views
"Straight to the gate" access
Food and drinks
Parking Fees
Transportation to Pier 41
Narration
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cruising through!
Narrisa M,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was beautiful! If going in the fall, a light jacket would be good. The process was pretty quick and easy.
Great Bay Cruise
Cynthia J,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing trip. We saw Alcatraz, the Golden gate Bridge, and the city lights. Moon was full. Beautiful sunset.
Nevermore
John T,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Just a boat ride, no narrative. Can get a bit chilly if, like us, you're from Florida. We bundled up and were very comfortable. Back ground music sucked and was a bit loud.
Didnt get the full...
Maria V,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Didnt get the full experience, didnt go around alcatraz an also we didnt go to golden gate bridge. .
Hugely disappointing. Avoid
annpU6616VD,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00A really disappointing experience. The worst part was the awful, loud music blaring out throughout. Not having a commentary of the sights on offer and history of the area was a cop out. We had not been here before, so that would have been useful. The weather was cold so we were inside which meant we had to try and see the view through scratched, dirty windows - not great. Also, we didnt see the Golden Gate bridge. 90 mins was much too long, especially with the awful music. Overall, I would avoid this expensive, disappointing experience.
The no sunset…sunset cruise
Amy S,Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My family went on the sunset cruise but it was so foggy we were unable to see the setting Sun. However the captain of the boat took us over to oracle stadium and it just so happened a Jelly Roll concert was happening my son, nephew and niece got to enjoy a bit of the concert from a very cool perspective! It was a highlight for them. So I was incredibly thankful to the captain who turned a very foggy sunset cruise into a spectacular experience.
Inconvenient Ticketing Process and Loud Music
Sangeeta S,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00I had digital ticket with bar code but still the ticket checker asked me to get the physical paper ticket. Music was loud.
Great for date night. The...
Larry R,Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great for date night. The staff was nice and helpful. The time was perfect 90 mins was just right. Will recommend everything.
Celebrating 34th Anniversary!
Tanya H,Sep 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Cruise was fun. Enjoyed it with my hubby! It would be nicer to dim the inside cabin lights a bit for people staying inside to see the out side to take pictures and not have the reflection of the lights on the glass for pictures. 🤷♀️🤷♀️
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jahsaun w,Sep 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00are tour started at 7:30 we arrived and were directed to the wrong doc at 7:25 we then realized where the correct doc was we arrived at the corrects doc at 7:33 and the boat took off if like a full refund
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