San Francisco City Lights Cruise

Experience breathtaking twilight views of the San Francisco Bay!

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

Group sizeUp to 300 travelers

Overview

See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, past Alcatraz Island, and along the waterfront for sweeping views of the city skyline.

Unwind to pre-recorded music, enjoy a beverage available for purchase from the onboard bar, and take in the sights from indoor or outdoor seating. Cruise with San Francisco’s original Bay sightseeing company, independently family-owned since 1892.

Dress in warm layers for cool Bay breezes. Sunset views and lighting vary by season and departure time, and San Francisco’s famous fog may partially or completely obscure the Golden Gate Bridge and other sights.

Please note: This cruise does not include audio narration. Pre-recorded music plays throughout the vessel.

What's included

"Straight to the gate" access
2- hour sunset cruise (summer months) or city lights cruise (winter months) of San Francisco Bay
Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.

Gratuities
Full bar is available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.

What to expect

San Francisco Cruises
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Begin and end your journey at Pier 43 1/2.
Golden Gate Bridge
Pass by

Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets.
San Francisco Bay
Pass by

Explore the San Francisco Bay during this 1.5 hour bay cruise.
Marina District
Pass by

Sail passed the Marina district on your journey back to Fisherman's Wharf.
Fort Mason Center
Pass by

See Fort Mason from the bay and your journey back to FIsherman's Wharf.
Coit Tower
Pass by

See Coit Tower from the Bay!
Salesforce Tower
Pass by

See the Salesforce Tower form the Bay.
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge
Pass by

Sail passed the Bay Bridge and enjoy the Bay Bridge's iconic the Bay Light art installation throughout the evening.
Yerba Buena Island
Pass by

See views of Yerba Buena Island from the Bay!
Treasure Island
Pass by

See Treasure Island from the Bay!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please enter in Google Maps: "Red and White Fleet" or "Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco" for exact location and directions.
Pier 43 ½ ticket booth (corner of Taylor Street and the Embarcadero)

Please come to our location 20 minutes prior to departure.

End point

Please enter in Google Maps: "Red and White Fleet" or "Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco" for exact location and directions.
Pier 43 ½ ticket booth (corner of Taylor Street and the Embarcadero)

Please come to our location 20 minutes prior to departure.

Additional information

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
Please come to our location 20 minutes prior to the departure time.
This cruise is not narrated. If you would like to learn more about San Francisco, we suggest taking one of our narrated cruises such as the Golden Gate Bay Cruise or the San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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