San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise
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San Francisco, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy a different perspective and admire San Francisco and its surrounding sights from the water on a San Francisco Bay sailing cruise. Onboard a catamaran, sail past the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, legendary Alcatraz Island, and the hamlet of Sausalito. Take advantage of great photo ops while you soak up the sea breeze during this scenic tour.
- Escape the city bustle on a catamaran cruise on San Francisco Bay
- Sail away from the city and take in the sights from the water
- Cruise under the awe-inspiring Golden Gate Bridge
- Choose from different departure times to suit your schedule
What's Included
- 1.5-hour cruise
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks (available to be purchased on board)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Adventure Cat Sailing ChartersPier 39, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Departure Point: Pier 39, Gate J, San Francisco 94133 Directions: Stand on the sidewalk facing the water. Enter main P39 entrance, then out left between shops to the water (towards GG Bridge). Gate J is located right next to the sea lion viewing area (ask someone where are sea lions are if lost).
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Don’t just take photos of San Francisco Bay from the waterfront—get out on the water itself pm this SF sailing tour. Your experience starts on the Embarcadero, where you hop aboard the 55- or 65-foot (17- or 20-meter) Adventure Cat and set out across the bay.
Take a picture or two of the city skyline and resident sea lions as they become smaller and smaller, and listen to commentary from your captain about the city and other sights that line the water. If you want to stay warm and dry, you can enjoy 360-degree views from the catamaran’s protected interior; if you’re feeling a bit more daring, take a seat on the trampoline nets, where you can soak in the salty ocean air.
Cruise past Alcatraz Island, look up at the towering Golden Gate Bridge and admire the charming small town of Sausalito, just across the bridge. If you like, you can purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks from the onboard bar.
Your tour ends when you return to the marina in San Francisco.
Take a picture or two of the city skyline and resident sea lions as they become smaller and smaller, and listen to commentary from your captain about the city and other sights that line the water. If you want to stay warm and dry, you can enjoy 360-degree views from the catamaran’s protected interior; if you’re feeling a bit more daring, take a seat on the trampoline nets, where you can soak in the salty ocean air.
Cruise past Alcatraz Island, look up at the towering Golden Gate Bridge and admire the charming small town of Sausalito, just across the bridge. If you like, you can purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks from the onboard bar.
Your tour ends when you return to the marina in San Francisco.
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Pier 39
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Golden Gate Bridge (Pass By)
San Francisco Bay (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- We can accept manual wheelchairs only, as there are 3-4 stairs to board the boat. Also, restrooms are not ADA accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- You can purchase snacks or beer, wine, and soft drinks at the on-board bar with cash or a credit card
- Pushchair accessible
- Please bring a jacket and wear soft-soled shoes
- Handheld audio guides are available in English, Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish.
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travellers can participate
- No outside beverages may be brought on board
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Geanine_M
They should know:
The Catamaran is wonderful.
The staff so friendly.
The cruise is amazing, the view was spectacular.
They will love it.
Reviews
4.9
based on 638 reviews
Jill_H, May 2026
My sister and I both loved this cruise as our favorite thing in San Francisco. It was absolutely beautiful. The views were stunning. The ride was relaxing after a long day. The crew was friendly and helpful and made it a fun experience. We would do it again in a heartbeat.
Kelley_M, May 2026
Great way to see SF from the water. The crew was fun. I prefer a boat this size with fewer people. Well done!
Geanine_M, Apr 2026
They should know:
The Catamaran is wonderful.
The staff so friendly.
The cruise is amazing, the view was spectacular.
They will love it.
Christopher_M, Mar 2026
Amazing experience. Great captain and crew. We sailed through a flock of sea birds and a pod of sea lions. We went under the golden gate. My wife and I loved it just as much as our two kids. Would 100% do it again.
Jami_H, Mar 2026
This was such a cool experience! We did this in mid March and I personally did not need a jacket and wish I had worn less, actually. haha We saw a whale and had smooth sailing around Alcatraz and under the bridge. Highly recommend and would do it again!
Andres_A, Mar 2026
This was an amazing experience and one we will forever remember. The captain and crew were amazing, they were patient, helpful and above all professional. We won’t hesitate to repeat it even if for a single day in SF.
Brandon_M, Mar 2026
Very nice crew, happy we were able to go under the Golden Gate Bridge, got close to Alcatraz, had a relaxing time out in the bay!
Qiujuan_W, Mar 2026
Super friendly crew and marvelous photographer! You deserve a 5 stars for your amazing service. The cruise tour itself is very enjoyable. I highly recommend it.
Natalie_E, Nov 2025
Such a great experience. Easygoing ride. Great people. Great views. Recommend To dress warm, bring layers. They have beverages on sale on board.
Monica_P, Nov 2025
The sailing catamaran was amazing! We scored with the best weather and minimal passengers onboard. The best staff and service 10/10 🙌🏻
Brad_S, Oct 2025
Super fun way to see SFO Bay! Loved being able to be on the water and see the sights! I highly recommend, it was easy to book, get to, and didn't take long.
Brian_J, Oct 2025
Wonderful experience! We enjoyed our time on this beautiful boat on a lovely afternoon. The service from the crew was amazing.
Kathryn_H, Sept 2025
Wonderful crew, great catamaran cruise around the bay on a spectacular weather day in San Francisco!
Debbie_B, Sept 2025
We loved the entire experience including my daughter getting to sail the Catamaran. Looking to re-book. The captain and staff were amazing!
Larry_S, Sept 2025
Excellent way to see the City skyline and GG Bridge. Great crew, friendly and accommodating. The catamaran was in perfect condition.
Frederica_P, Sept 2025
The. Weather was perfect and we had good wind. It was a l.ovely sail out to the Golden Gate Bridge and under then back around Alcatraz.
LiSerLiza_C, Aug 2025
It was a windy, cold and splashy journey to Golden Gate Bridge and back. Despite the warm sunshine on a Tuesday afternoon, my windbreaker got quite wet in the midst of the cruise...
It was a rocky, bumpy and windy cruise, as many of the passengers had to put on more layers, and even zipped up on their hoods, too!
It was difficult to stand due to the strong tides, wind and waves. I saw kite foilers practising their moves and enjoying the marine.
Although the ingredients for a nice cruise were present, I was disappointed, somewhat. The captain and crew were friendly and pleasant, nevertheless 😎🥶😵💫🥱🌊🌬🌤🙏
Mark_M, Aug 2025
Dress for cold weather but fun. Located at pier 39 enter near the sea lions. Large cabin available . Your invited to participate in the voyage.
Michael_L, Aug 2025
Captain Mike was great really enjoyed the views, the history, and the knowledge that they provided. It amazed me that the temperature was so different. The windbreaker/ coats were excellent.
Neil_A, Aug 2025
It was an awesome experience. Trust the host when they say you will get wet standing in certain areas! Lol!
Alicia_K, Aug 2025
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
Grete_O, Aug 2025
I (22) went with my dad who loves sailing and he loved it! It is calming since you don’t hear the motor & it’s amazing to sail in this special spot ! Would highly recommend. Worth the money. Lisa was an amazing crew member and our captain an amazing experienced sailer.
Geraint_T, Jul 2025
I had a wonderfully afternoon out on the water, seeing all the iconic sights like Alcatraz and the city skyline. The highlight was sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge.
Denise_R, Jul 2025
Great sailing experience with the crew! They were informative of the sites, accommodating and provided recommendations for restaurants and other sites.
Maggie_B, Jul 2025
It is really easy, the views from the water of San Francisco are spectacular, and sailing under Golden Gate Bridge was a highlight! The Skipper and staff could not have been more helpful. I will take sail again next time I am in San Francisco.
Joshua_N, Jul 2025
Amazing crew! Funny, smart and knowledgeable! The views of the city were amazing, definitely coming back when the weather is warmer!
Jason_S, Jun 2025
The Adventure Cat crew was extremely nice. The sail did not disappoint. Dress warm, it gets chilly out there.
Sarah_l, Jun 2025
Great Experience!!! The Captain and Crew were so nice and helpful. They shared their local knowledge and took great photos for us. It was very windy and cold when we went out. They had coats on the boat for us and the Captain did a great job handling the wind issues.
I think the trip was fabulous. I would definitely go on another adventure with them.
Heather_C, Jun 2025
We had a fantastic sail with Wolfgang and Chad. They took excellent care of us and made the trip so much fun for the whole family. Highly recommend!
Margaret_P, Jun 2025
This was a wonderful way to see the bay. The crew were attentive and helped celebrate my husband’s birthday. It was a very peaceful experience.
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