San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
One hour scenic voyage - Ferry between Pier 43.5 and Fisherman’s Wharf while transiting along San Francisco’s breathtaking waterfront, passing under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz! Learn the history of San Francisco Bay in an open-air museum setting and observe local marine life such as sea lions, pelicans, whales and more.
Don't worry about the unpredictable San Francisco weather! This is an open ticket which is valid for use on any day up until the end of the year.
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
Boat crew are trained to provide first aid and CPR support, and first aid kits are readily available on all vessels
The main deck of each vessel are fully wheelchair accessible
All cruise vessels offer indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and seasonal snack bar service.
Vessels operate on biodiesel - a renewable energy source.
The award-winning audio narration is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian and Vietnamese.
Please come to our location 15-20 minutes prior to the departure time.
What To Expect
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Departing from Pier 43 1/2 in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf, you'll sail past the San Francisco skyline and view the lively neighborhood of North Beach and San Francisco Maritime National Park.
Fort Mason, the Great Meadow
As you head west toward the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along Fort Mason
Options
Golden Gate Bay Cruise
What‘s Included
Multilingual personal audio-guide in 16 languages
One-hour cruise
"Straight to the gate" access
Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.
Gratuities
Food and drinks. There is a full service bar onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,707 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
June Bay trip 2026
patricia s,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great little trip around the bay! First time I saw the back side of Alcatraz 👍🏼 A nice afternoon for a boat trip with friends.
Bay trip
Mark M,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dress for color weather! Amazing views and great history was provided during the cruise. We highly recommend it.
This cruise provided...
Nicole S,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This cruise provided ample time to get multiple shots from various angles. The ship was not over crowded. I would do another tour with Red and White.
Great way to learn about San Francisco in one hour!
annemariewalters,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent boat trip. Interesting commentary in which you learn a lot about the history and geography of San Francisco. One hour well spent and good value for money.
Great experience for a sunny, warm day
Courtney T,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I got there a bit early so I was able to board first and get a standing spot at the bow of the boat. It wasn’t crowded and you can move freely around the boat but of course at the bow, people didn’t move too much but they are nice with creating space if you ask. The views were great. The boat barely goes on the west side of golden gate; it passes under so you get a quick view of the west side as it immediately turns around to head to Alcatraz. If you’re facing the bow, the best views are on the right side of the boat. And of course it’s windy but I went on a 70-75° day so I just needed to put on my scarf and the linen long sleeve shirt over my short sleeve was enough.
🙌 Awesome.
sibylles970,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today, under sunny weather, it was a very informative and varied ride. As a bonus, we also saw two gray whales 🥰. Everything went smoothly.
Family review
Genevieve L,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized and there is a narrator , recorded tour guide with a historically guided tour. Family friendly.
An Unforgettable Way to Experience the Bay!
Jason J,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This cruise was good value. The views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz were stunning. The highlight of the trip was sailing all the way to the Golden Gate Bridge and passing directly beneath it. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time local, this is a must-do. Highly recommend to anyone looking to see the best of San Francisco from the water!
Wonderful experience
Falana B,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is best to pre-book and arrive 30 minutes early. The cruise gave wonderful history about San Francisco. I would do it again. I enjoyed it that much.
Easy and Fun!
michaeldT740CY,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The boat tour was great. I went with my family, young of 11 months to old of 73 and everyone was able to enjoy the trip. The narration inside the boat was nice, but it gets hot, so we went outside and were unable to hear the narration. It was easy to board and deboard the boat.
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