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
1,511 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Clarence A,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
10/10. The only bad thing is that it ended too soon. I got a life worth of memories in 1 trip. My dad took me when I was a kid and now I get to repeat it.
Haidee O,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
My family enjoyed the scenery and entire boat ride experience. Will definitely share it to friends and acquaintances
David W,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
It was a great experience!! We had a fantastic time and the the crew was exceptional!! Will do it again 👍🏾👍🏾
Carolyn J,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
Really pleasant and informative. weather was perfect. bar on board. Was not crowded at all. Easy access
Melanie H,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
It was fun cleanish and the people were helpful and had great customer service .wish the price per person was a little cheaper but all in all it was fun and the pictures package at the end where super cool . 4.5 stars all the way .
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