San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

Overview

Available languages

Hindi

German

Russian

Portuguese

Korean

Chinese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

Arabic

Vietnamese

Thai

Japanese

Hebrew

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled 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.

Admission Not Applicable

Fort Mason, the Great Meadow

As you head west toward the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along Fort Mason

Admission Not Applicable

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.

Options

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Reviews

4.70

1,611 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1271

254

Amazing
Erica S,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It Was Very Beautiful And Relaxing Bartender Was Amazing Also Crew Great Service I Will Book Again Next Time A Longer Cruise Thanks
Great
Mario C,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Short, strait to the point. The audio recording was great. The ride was perty smooth, plus it was a clear day.
Rainy day
Carina N,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Even on a rainy day (unless its pouring and theres a storm), show up to the tour. You never know how many others are waiting to do it. The tour needs a minimum of 10 ppl to ride or itll get cancelled. Unfortunately only 3 showed up and it got cancelled on my last day there. No refund either. Thays why it gets the one star but ither than that i would recommend.
Perfect activity
Heather F,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great toursit cruise. An earlier time meant the boat wasnt crowded. The automated "guide" track was actually really interesting with some great fun facts to listen to - in between taking LOTS of pictures of course.
Fun experience for the family
hrameli,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Staff was very accommodating. We were running late They allowed us to go on the next fleet. These boats are a lot bigger than some of the other ones that have been on. It has three stories. We went on New Year’s Day and there were not that many people, so we got to roam around. Overall, excellent experience.
Love a good bay cruise
Teresa M,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Got what I wanted seeing all of San Francisco bridges and Alcatraz island up close. I would have liked to hear the recorded tour a little better but maybe I was just sitting in the wrong place. Highly recommend
Time Well Spent
Korede O,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Time well spent. Had a great time soaking in the rich history of San Francisco. Great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyscape.
Awesome first trip to San Fran
Rochelle C,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I had a great time and the tour guide was nice. I travel for work so this was accommodating to my schedule.
Loved it. The tour was...
Samaria M,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Loved it. The tour was informative. The bay was beautiful. Check in was a very easy process. I would recommend this tour to anyone who would like to get a close view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Pleasant cruise around...
Andrea M,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Pleasant cruise around the bay, I even saw a few dolphins. Information was interesting but at times hard to hear