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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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
1,499 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brittany J,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
Such a fun experience!! Very friendly staff, clean restrooms, and detailed history lessons. We would definitely do this again.
Arthur H,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
I'm a year late doing this but I remember it being orderly, there were great views, it wasn't terribly expensive and we got great information.
Caroline L,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The information that went woth the tour was very interesting and informative.
Angela S,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
Super awesome experience, my first time in San Francisco, a MUST SEE experience, super fun for everyone
Fred A,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
It was fun and informative. Good stuff, if you want a cruise in San Francisco Bay this is the one to take!
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