California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
About this activity
Highlights
- Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge
- Pass by Alcatraz Island
- Enjoy panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline
- Relax with background music onboard
- Capture stunning sunset photos over the bay
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 2- hour sunset cruise (summer months) or city lights cruise (winter months) of San Francisco Bay
- "Straight to the gate" access
- Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.
- Gratuities
- Full bar is available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.
Itinerary
Begin and end your journey at Pier 43 1/2.
Pass by: Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets.
Pass by: Explore the San Francisco Bay during this 1.5 hour bay cruise.
Pass by: Sail passed the Marina district on your journey back to Fisherman's Wharf.
Pass by: See Fort Mason from the bay and your journey back to FIsherman's Wharf.
Pass by: See Coit Tower from the Bay!
Pass by: See the Salesforce Tower form the Bay.
Pass by: Sail passed the Bay Bridge and enjoy the Bay Bridge's iconic the Bay Light art installation throughout the evening.
Pass by: See views of Yerba Buena Island from the Bay!
Pass by: See Treasure Island from the Bay!
Important information
Know before you book
- Cruise duration is fixed at 2 hours; plan accordingly.
- Food and drinks are available for purchase onboard; no outside food or beverages allowed.
- Cruise operates in most weather conditions; check the forecast and dress appropriately.
Know before you go
- Arrive at Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco, CA 94133, 30 minutes before departure for check-in.
- Dress in layers, as temperatures can drop during the evening cruise.
- Parking is available near the pier, but public transportation is recommended due to limited parking spaces.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please come to our location 15 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.
Traveler reviews
Amazingly beautiful
Such a pleasant experience! Was so so beautiful (& chilly)! Solo traveled from AZ! A must do, you won’t regret it!
Just a boat ride
Loud music, no guide, no explanation of what we were seeing.
Great way to see San Fransisco!
My boyfriend and I had a great time on the bay cruise! It was well worth it - what a great way to see the sites and the city!
Golden Gate Bridge Sunset Rainbow Sky Backdrop
Comfortable ride on the water. It became breathtaking at sunset just as we got close to the Golden Gate Bridge. The rainbow style hue of the sky is worth the calm ride. You do ride near the Alcatraz which seems a heaven for the birds. Definitely recommended.
nice cruise
it was a nice evening at San Francisco bay, meeting point was easy to find, there are multiple parking options around, although it took us sometime to find one (it was on saturady evening), the cruise lasted about 2 hours, got the chance to go under the golden gate bridge, nothing fancy about the boat, they offered drinks and some refreshments to purchase, but I think it is very good value for the money