Top San Francisco Sunset Cruises

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

4.5

(1,992)

from $58

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.

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

This 90-minute cruise set to music will take you from PIER 39 and past two San Francisco icons, 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. Don’t miss this breathtaking experience from the best seats on the Bay!

(1,371)

from $88

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San Francisco Sunset Cruise

2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

(410)

from $129

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

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(1,705)

from $39

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.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.4

(358)

from $39

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

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

1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

4.9

(641)

from $65

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

(400)

from $99

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

4.1

(4,650)

from $59

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

City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

4.9

(3,020)

from $99

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

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.

(353)

from $122

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Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

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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.

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

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.

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(3,933)

from $239

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(599)

from $99

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

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

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(4,521)

from $165

Inside Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Cruise

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.

Inside Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Cruise

3 hours

4.0

(239)

from $130

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San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

Thomas_P, May 2026

Perfect for a short stay

Answered all my questions about the area and was available 24 hours a day. Noted security checks on vehicles and were present when we were turned to the building late at night. Quiet location with easy access to the interstate and staff was very friendly. Grocery story and Total Wine within walking distance. Biking and walking trails less than one block away.

San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

renee, May 2026

Sail with a View

What an experience. I highly recommend. The sunset was gorgeous, the sail was flawless and the crew are amazing and very helpful! What a way to see San Francisco from the water. The best part is going under Golden Gate Bridge at Sunset!! The bridge is so beautiful!! I definitely feel like I checked one off my bucket list with this sail!! Just wow!!!!!

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.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

horse, May 2026

A must do in San Francisco

We had a great experience! We’ve never done this before although have been to San Francisco many times. The boat is just the right size and we had beautiful views the whole trip. Viator always comes through with memorable experiences for us all over the world.

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Xulin_C, Apr 2026

I had a wonderful...

I had a wonderful experience on my Yosemite tour. The scenery was breathtaking, and the entire trip was very well organized. Our guide was incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, making the journey even more enjoyable. He shared many interesting stories, helped us take great photos, and made sure everyone felt comfortable throughout the day. I truly appreciated his patience and the way he explained everything with such passion. This tour was the perfect way to experience Yosemite, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a smooth, memorable, and well-guided adventure.

City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

Michael_M, Mar 2026

Whether Tourist or local, GO!

From the moment you arrive to get in line you are greeted by genuinely kind, happy people. This is consistent throughout your journey. Our server was incredibly helpful, attentive, and worked hard applying the same 5 Star service to all tables, while never looking frustrated or tired. Of course the food was fantastic. But then there was the actual bay cruise. I am truly a world traveler. I am fortunate enough to call San Francisco home, actually born there. If I get to go to heaven, I’ll look around and think, it’s pretty fantastic, almost as good as a Hornblower Saturday brunch cruise around the San Francisco Bay.

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Alicia_K, Aug 2025

Fun relaxing cruse on bay.

It was a delightful hour and a half cruise on catamaran. Plenty of room to stretch out on the deck of the boat. It was not crowded. Went out to the Golden Gate Bridge, and then boat turned around and came back near the Oakland Bay bridge, then docked. You can go down into the cabin and buy a soft drink or a snack. But I really like with it. There was no loud pounding music while we were sailing. Just on the way back the last half a hour they played some gentle soft 70s rock. I really appreciated that because it was so relaxing. The bathroom was easy to access. I would do it again and had a wonderful relaxing time

1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

Paul_J, Jul 2025

Relaxing and exhilarating

Bring a jacket! But if you forget they have blankets on board and a few loaners. It gets cold on the bay. Captain and crew were very laid back and friendly. Scenery along the route was spectacular with lots of photo ops. Very relaxing afternoon and fun activity for a decent price point. Well worth it!