Top San Francisco Sunset Cruises

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

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.

4.5

(2,042)

from $58

The Golden Gate Bridge is an iconic photo motif in San Francisco and especially popular during sunset.

San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

1 hour 35 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,391)

from $88

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!

San Francisco Sunset Cruise

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.

3.6

(19)

from $39

2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.4

(388)

from $39

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

4.7

(420)

from $129

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On a sunny day travelers take panorama photos of Alcatraz Island during the Golden Gate Bay Cruise.

1 hourFree Cancellation

Ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's most famous landmarks with a hop-on hop-off bus pass valid for 24 or 48 hours. Visit big-name attractions such as Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts, and Union Square. Explore at your own pace, hopping off at any of 17 stops. Add-on options include Aquarium by the Bay admission, a digital Chinatown walking tour, a panoramic sunset tour, and a half-day wine tour

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with Optional Sunset Tour

This convenient package gives you access to two separate essential San Francisco experiences—a visit to Alcatraz Island, and a sightseeing cruise. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, this time-saving option helps you explore San Francisco more efficiently. Take a ferry to Alcatraz Island where you can go inside the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary and enjoy an audio guide. A San Francisco Bay cruise is also included with views of Pier 39's sea lions, the waterfront area, and the city's skyline. Please note, children 4 years old and younger do not need purchased tickets.

4.1

(4,699)

from $56

Likely to Sell Out

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

2 to 4 hours

4.2

(999)

from $139

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

San Francisco Love Tour

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.

4.9

(3,082)

from $99

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Secure two top San Francisco activities with a single booking, combining an Alcatraz Island visit with a same-day Golden Gate Bridge boat cruise. If time is limited, coordinating the two experiences can be a challenge. This double ticket takes the hassle out of planning, featuring a self-guided audio tour of Alcatraz and a waterfront cruise with the chance to spot San Francisco Bay marine wildlife in a natural environment.

4.2

(160)

from $39

Inside Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Cruise

Inside Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Cruise

3 hours

4.0

(243)

from $130

The ballpark season has arrived! Tuesday Night Lights trips are the perfect way to welcome summer on the San Francisco Bay and root for the home team! Depart from Pier39, take a relaxing sail along the city-front, and settle into McCovey Cove for a spectacular 90 minutes of baseball action viewed from the water, including the large-screen monitor on the outside of the park! Tickets include a branded trucker hat in black/orange team colors, charcuterie apps, one free drink ticket and guaranteed fun!

Tuesday Night Lights: McCovey Cove Sail

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

from $95

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Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Savor the best of Napa and Sonoma wine country with ease on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy scenic photo stops, and visit renowned wineries in Napa and Sonoma. Taste award-winning wines, explore charming Sonoma Plaza, and discover gems that can include Artesa Winery and Madonna Estate. Enjoy guided commentary, round-trip transport, and tastings, making this tour a relaxing and memorable one.

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

4.8

(401)

from $99

A Champagne Brunch Cruise is a great way to soak up the sights of San Francisco in style.

Visit Yosemite National Park without the hassle of planning a long day of driving or coordinating park logistics from San Francisco. Traveling in a small group, you'll journey through California’s Central Valley before exploring Yosemite Valley’s most famous sights, including Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls. A stop among giant sequoias adds another iconic California landscape to the experience.

4.8

(358)

from $122

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(4,040)

from $239

No better way than to experience San Francisco Bay from a sailing catamaran.

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

4.9

(650)

from $65

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San Francisco Bay Cruise

Shauna_H, Jul 2026

Great quick tour of the...

Great quick tour of the bay. Takes you just under the Golden Gate Bridge and back. Lots of seating options and can move about the boat for pictures. Bring a sweatshirt or jacket regardless of weather-the bay can be chilly & windy. Definitely recommend this tour.

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

Jacob_H, Jun 2026

The best!

Had a wonderful experience. The boat had snacks and drinks for purchase and going under the bridge was phenomenal. Bring a coat/ jacket as it gets cold. Went by the nearby towns like Sausalito and Tiburon. Perfect music for the occasion. Went to Alcatraz and Angel Island. Will definitely return so if you’re on the fence with this trip, do it. You will have a grand time!

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Rebecca_S, Jun 2026

Great excursion

What a great experience! The crew were friendly, social and helpful! I loved seeing the wildlife and going under the Golden Gate bridge. It was great that they offered coats because even though I felt like I was dressed appropriately for the cold wind it was not enough. It was wonderful experience and I highly recommend it.

San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Kristy_W, Jun 2026

This experience is an exciting one you will always remember!

From check in to intros around the catamaran, to hoisting the flag, to providing snacks and friendly conversation on the excursion, the crew was AMAZING. Everyone was super friendly and the vibe was like having a get-together with friends! I was traveling alone but didn't feel alone. Other passengers were friendly and it was a one-of-a-kind experience. I highly recommend this for the best view of the bay, the rolling fog, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the city at night from the water. I took the sundown cruise starting at 7pm and the excursion was just about 2 hours long. Wear a warm windbreaker, because it is definitely windy and chilly out on the water, and there can be water spray up in front on the deck, but it's so much fun. There are tables and seating inside for passengers who don't wish to expose themselves to the elements, but the view is spectacular and I highly recommend dressing for cold/wet temps and enjoying this thrilling adventure. The crew was so nice, they were great hosts, even giving us chocolates as we left! Do something special for yourself, your family/friends and book passage on this catamaran.

2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

Anthony_S, May 2026

Thoroughly enjoyable...

Thoroughly enjoyable experience despite the weather being cold and grey. Our Skipper Michael and his first mate Ryan looked after us very well and made sure we were warm enough by providing rugs. They gave us lots of interesting chat and the two hours went very quickly. Only negative being that the advertising only says that boat leaves from Pier 39. Well, Pier 39 is huge and 2-sided and it would have helped greatly to have been told which dock it left from.

City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

MELANIE_A, Mar 2026

Weekend Adventure

A relaxing & fun day! You have the option to stay indoors or go out on the decks. People start getting more relaxed after a few mimosas, and it makes it more fun for everyone. Music was great service was even better. I would suggest that you turn the volume down on the microphone in music as it was in a dangerous decibel.