Top San Francisco Sightseeing Cruises

Bypass the line and head directly to the gate with your prebooked tickets for this San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise. This sunset cruise takes you across the bay with outstanding views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. Relax while background music sets the tone. Watch the sunset or select a city lights cruise during winter months.

See San Francisco’s most famous waterfront landmarks from the water on a bay cruise that combines iconic views with onboard flexibility. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, pass Alcatraz Island, and take in panoramic views of the city skyline while listening to stories and insights through an app-based audio guide. With skip-the-line boarding and indoor and outdoor viewing areas, it’s an easy way to experience the bay from a different perspective.

On this San Francisco bridge cruise, get an up-close look at the city’s two engineering marvels—the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge—as you travel across San Francisco Bay. See major city sights such as Alcatraz, Coit Tower, and the Ferry Building, and listen to recorded commentary about the city's legendary architecture while you glide under both bridges.

This 90-minute cruise set to music will take you from PIER 39 and passes by San Francisco icons, such as the famous California Sea Lions and the Golden Gate Bridge. As the sun sets on the San Francisco Bay and the lights come up in the city, you'll continue to take in the many sights while you go by Angel Island, Sausalito, Tiburon, and the world famous Alcatraz Island. There is no better seat on the Bay to see one of the most beautiful cities in the world turn on its lights. If the timing doesn't work, select from one of our other amazing cruise options available during the day! Don’t miss this breathtaking experience from the best seats on the Bay!

Guarantee your seat aboard the Privateer, your sailboat, when you prebook a scenic cruise along the San Francisco Bay. As you set off on the water, you'll enjoy sightseeing at the most beautiful time of day—sunset. Coast along and look out for local landmarks like Alcatraz, the Sausalito shoreline, and the Golden Gate Bridge, all with two drinks of your choice in your hand.

Save time and money and combine a walking tour of North Beach with Alcatraz on this combo tour in San Francisco. Explore Washington Square Park, Saints Peter and Paul Church, and admire views of Lombard Street and the Golden Gate Bridge, then visit Pier 39 to view sea lions before boarding your Alcatraz cruise with an audio guide. Upgrade to include a bay cruise or SkyStar Wheel ride for panoramic city views.

An interactive adventure, this tour is time-efficient and takes you on a sailing adventure on the San Francisco Bay. Hop aboard a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, and marvel at Alcatraz and Angel Islands up close. Take the helm for a hands-on sailing experience and capture scenic views, encounter local wildlife, and create memories.

Enjoy two quintessential experiences when you visit Alcatraz Island and cruise the San Francisco Bay—and make exploring simple—with this convenient tour package. First, depart from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island; after a ranger talk, you can explore at your own pace with an audio guide. Upon returning to the mainland, hop aboard your next cruise from Pier 39 and look forward to getting up close and personal with the Golden Gate Bridge.

Explore San Francisco your way on this unforgettable Private Tuk Tuk City Tour + Bay Cruise Combo. Ride in an eco-friendly electric Tuk Tuk as your expert local guide leads you through iconic neighborhoods including Chinatown and Little Italy, with colorful streets, hidden gems, and rich history along the way. Climb the city’s famous hills with ease and stop at the Golden Gate Bridge for unforgettable photos. Wind down the legendary curves of Lombard Street, cruise through Fisherman’s Wharf, and take in stunning skyline and waterfront views. Your 2, 2.5, or 3-hour private tour includes fun, fully narrated storytelling and plenty of Instagram-worthy photo stops. After your city adventure, continue the experience on a scenic 1 hour San Francisco Bay cruise with views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the city skyline. Private tours are ideal for up to six guests per Tuk Tuk. The perfect way to see San Francisco by land and sea in one incredible day.

Two popular San Francisco activities in one! The first tour includes the world famous Alcatraz Island Prison Tour. The tour also includes a 45-minutes audio tour in different languages. You can stay on the Alcatraz Island as long as you like, and catch any returning ferry back to the wharf. The second part of this tour package includes the use of a bicycle to bike across the Golden Gate Bridge and/or anywhere you'd like to explore (self-guided). Each bike rental includes a helmet and a lock. The second activity can be done on the same day or on a different day.

See three of the Bay Area’s major sights and enjoy brunch on a family-style road trip. Depart from your San Francisco accommodation and head out to Alcatraz, Muir Woods (entrance fee extra), and Sausalito. Learn about the area from your driver and TV narration onboard. Travel in a private van and by ferry from Sausalito.

Take a relaxing afternoon sailing cruise aboard a traditional sailboat on the San Francisco Bay. Cruise past landmarks such as Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, the Sausalito waterfront, and Golden Gate Bridge, and see the San Francisco skyline on your way back to Pier 39. As an added bonus, enjoy two included beverages, from wine to soft drinks.

This is not your typical Fisherman’s Wharf tour. Forget the souvenir shops and the barking sea lions of Pier 39, you can visit those on your own. Instead, we invite you to step away from the neon signs and "tourist traps" to discover the gritty, authentic, and hidden history of San Francisco’s northern waterfront. From military outposts to the birth of sourdough, join us for a deep dive into the stories that truly shaped the City by the Bay. Our journey spans from the industrial legacy of Ghirardelli to the historic ramparts of Fort Mason, uncovering the deep-rooted fishing heritage and immigrant stories that define the neighborhood's true soul.

Visit charming Sausalito, cruise across San Francisco Bay, and stare up in wonder at the redwood trees of Muir Woods on this combo tour from San Francisco—the perfect day out in the Bay Area. Experience the Golden Gate Bridge from both above and below, and learn about some of California’s oldest and tallest natural wonders, the coastal redwoods. In Sausalito, you can stroll along the waterfront or shop in the galleries and boutiques.

We take you to jail! This official ticket is all you need to visit the famous Alcatraz Island Prison! You will get to experience the island with a 45-minutes award winning audio tour in the language of your choice, and enjoy the unique scene the Alcatraz Island has to offer. A 15-minutes short docent tour is also included once you are on the island. Round trip ferry rides to the Alcatraz Island are also included with no additional charge. As a bonus, a 1-hour free bike rental voucher is included with your package so you may explore biking to the Golden Gate Bridge at your own pace. The voucher can be used on the same day before or after the Alcatraz tour. Must buy at least 1-hour to redeem the 1-hour free bike rental.

Cruise the San Francisco Bay in a fun and friendly setting that's more personalized than larger ships. See the Golden Gate Bridge from the water and around Alcatraz Island, taking in sunset views from a 360-degree walkway around the boat. During the voyage, chat with a captain and crew and enjoy a complimentary beverage with additional alcoholic drinks available for purchase.

Tired of having to do expensive bus and boat combos just to visit and go inside Alcatraz? We trimmed the fat so you can get exactly what you need! IMPORTANT NOTE: WE WILL ASSIGN YOU A DEPARTURE TIME THAT RANGES WITHIN 830AM AND 4PM. WE GIVE YOU WHATEVER TIME WE CHOOSE TO FUFILL THE ORDER. WE WILL NOT REFUND YOU IF YOU DO NOT LIKE THE TIME. When you let us assign the time you save! We do not take requests nor does anyone or any call center promise a time. With this package you get one Alcatraz Island admission, round trip island boat transportation; and a coupon sheet with over $30 in discounts to various Fisherman's Wharf attractions. Note: This package is for guests who want Alcatraz tickets. The discounts are not the focus of this attraction. The savings are subject to availability. We will not refund any package because you did not use or like the discounts offered.

Save time and money and explore both San Francisco and Alcatraz on this 2-in-1 tour. Enjoy a coach tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the City by the Bay through visits to top attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, the Presidio, and the Palace of Fine Arts. Then, hop aboard a ferry for a scenic ride to Alcatraz and explore with the award-winning audio walking tour.

Step aboard a rare piece of San Francisco’s working history on The Golden Gate, a 1928 Monterey fishing boat captained by born-and-raised San Franciscan, Captain Sal Alioto. Passed down through generations of his Sicilian-American family, this vessel offers an intimate journey along the city’s iconic northern waterfront. Departing from the small wharf behind Tarantino’s at Fisherman’s Wharf, you'll drift through Aquatic Park, past historic ships at Hyde Street Pier, and take in sweeping views of Fort Mason, the Marina Green, and Crissy Field. Sail by the St. Francis Yacht Club and the Wave Organ, with its eerie music if the tide is right. Spot the Palace of Fine Arts inland and Alcatraz on the horizon before reaching the tour’s grand finale - the Golden Gate Bridge - seen from a perspective few ever experience. This soulful cruise blends personal storytelling with breathtaking views, offering a unique connection to the Bay’s rich maritime legacy.

Explore one of California's most iconic settings from the beauty of San Francisco Bay. This narrated Golden Gate Bay cruise journeys alongside Alcatraz and Angel Island State Park, past the shores of Sausalito and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. You can choose to view the sights from inside your boat or out on deck.

Sail across San Francisco Bay at twilight to admire the skyline as it begins to light up for the night, and enjoy a perspective on the skyline that few other visitors get to see. With an experienced captain at the helm, you’ll glide past Alcatraz Island and cruise underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. As you go, you can also enjoy one complimentary beverage to accompany your sightseeing, or purchase additional drinks from the onboard bar.

Go whale watching in San Francisco on this 2.5-hour cruise that departs from Pier 39. On an eco-friendly catamaran, glide through San Francisco Bay and under the Golden Gate Bridge to reach the open Pacific, where you’ll keep your eyes peeled for humpback and gray whales, as well as marine life like dolphins and seals. Learn about the history and geology of the area from an onboard naturalist, and admire the rugged California coast.

Experience Alcatraz from the water while uncovering the stories that made “The Rock” one of America’s most infamous prisons. Rather than simply viewing the island from afar, hear firsthand accounts from former guards and inmates through a smartphone audio guide as you cruise around Alcatraz. Along the way, enjoy views of San Francisco Bay landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, with skip-the-line boarding for a seamless experience.