San Francisco Bay Cruise

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Overview

Available languages

German
Korean
Chinese
Japanese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

1 hour

Mobile ticket

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, past Angel Island State Park, and alongside the city's waterfront. Take advantage of fantastic photo ops and panoramic views. An audio tour is available on your smartphone, tablet or other WiFi-enabled device and includes a slideshow of historical photos. This ticket allows you to skip the box office line and go straight to the gate.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children from 0 to 4 years old sail for free

Cruises may not operate during inclement weather. Check with ticket booth on day of sailing for schedule.

Multi-language audio tour available in nine languages (English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese). Please bring your Wi-Fi enabled device to access the tour.

Times are subject to change without notice.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

"Straight to the gate" access

Food and drinks (available to purchase)

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

What To Expect

1

Pier 39

Take advantage of prime photo opportunities with unobstructed views in every direction during this 1-hour bay cruise, departing from Pier 39. Snap photos of barking sea lions that bask on the docks, and take a seat indoors or on the outdoor deck.

Admission Not Applicable
2

San Francisco Bay

Plug in your WiFi-enabled device to access the audio tour, and listen to complete narration describing major landmarks as you glide past. Food and drinks are available to purchase on board.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

San Francisco Bay Cruise

Reviews

4.38

296 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • The length of the trip is...

    Stenio G,

    Sep 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The length of the trip is perfect. Enjoyed the historical natarration that was provided. It was better than expected.

  • Great San Francisco Bay tour

    Julia O,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Informative guide. Great tour Ship was steady Choices of seats on deck or inside Refreshments available. Recommend it to tourists

  • Great hotel!

    NATOSHA P,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Hotel is within walking distance of the Pier! Staff is very polite and engaging. The sitting area in the lobby is small, but cozy. The Starbucks coffee on the second floor is essential. I loved my room.

  • An easy tourist activity that’s very affordable

    Grecia P,

    Sep 18, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    It’s not a super luxurious ferry but it was a nice way to get fresh air and out in the water. It has a bar inside in case you need some refreshments for the 1 hour trip.

  • Cruising the Bay

    William P,

    Sep 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We took the 2:30 afternoon cruise. We had a very informative tour and enjoyed it very much. We have taken this tour several times over the years and have never been disappointed

From $39.00

4.38
296 reviews