Top San Francisco Day Cruises - page 2

Visit iconic landmarks with a local guide as you discover hidden gems along the waterfront. Hear captivating stories about San Francisco's dramatic boom and bust history. Learn about the Gold Rush and how Cable Cars were invented. See our playful colony of sea lions and famous rolling fog. Along the way you'll sample delicious treats like Ghirardelli Chocolate and Boudin's Sourdough, all while your guide shares fascinating tales of the city's colorful past. You can enjoy this walking tour on its own, or choose to upgrade with a Golden Gate Bay Cruise for even more adventure! Our Golden Gate Bay Cruise is truly like none other. Let Captain Sal Alioto regale you with stories only a 3rd-generation local could share as you take in stunning views of the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges on his historic Monterey Clipper. Bay Cruise only available for ages 7 and older. Walking tour is open to all ages. Come join us!

Get to know San Francisco and surrounding areas with this San Francisco Bay day cruise and nighttime sightseeing package. During the day, take in the views of San Francisco's skyline and get close to Alcatraz on a cruise. Then, wind through the major landmarks of San Francisco, see the city illuminated at night, and cross over the Golden Gate Bridge on a double-decker bus tour. Book this budget-friendly pass and let someone else do the driving while you explore!

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!

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.

Maximize your time in San Francisco with this Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary admission and bike rental package. No need to worry about booking ferry tickets—they’re included to Alcatraz Island and back. Once you’re there, enjoy an audio tour around the former Alcatraz Prison site and its cell blocks. A one-day bike rental is also included—the perfect way to get fit, cover lots of ground, and see the Golden Gate Bridge.

If you have limited time in San Francisco, check off the city's must-see attractions in one day with this combo sightseeing and Alcatraz tour. Take in the sights on a 2-hour bus tour, from Chinatown and Haight-Ashbury to Golden Gate Park and Fisherman's Wharf. You'll also cruise across the San Francisco Bay for a tour of Alcatraz Island that takes you inside historic cell blocks that once held notorious gangsters and criminals — no advance ticket needed.

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.

Step beyond the history books and witness the gripping reality of modern justice. While thousands view Alcatraz from afar, The San Quentin Passage takes you further north into the San Pablo Bay for an exclusive, live-narrated encounter with California’s oldest and most notorious active prison. As you cruise alongside the imposing Victorian-style cell blocks and high-security guard towers of San Quentin State Prison, your live expert guide will pull back the curtain on life "behind the walls." You'll hear haunting and true accounts of the prison’s 19th-century origins, the high-stakes environment of its famous Death Row, and the stories of the infamous inmates who have called this fortress home.

Combine two top Bay Area attractions in just five hours with this express tour to Muir Woods and the Golden Gate Bridge. Stroll through towering coastal redwood trees at Muir Woods before enjoying time to walk the Golden Gate Bridge and take photos from the San Francisco side of the bridge. Upgrade to include time in Sausalito for a more complete experience.

What sets this tour apart? It’s the only experience that lets you see San Francisco from both the streets and the sea — all in one seamless, private adventure. Skip the big buses and explore in a bright green open-top Jeep with your own local guide. Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge, stop for real photos, cruise down Lombard Street — the “Crookedest Street” — and explore iconic neighborhoods like Chinatown, North Beach, and the Presidio. The route is flexible and tailored to your group. Then step aboard a 1-hour Golden Gate Bay Cruise. Sail under the bridge, circle Alcatraz Island, and enjoy stunning skyline views from the water. Upgrade: Add 1 hour for the full city route — Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, Ocean Beach, Painted Ladies, plus everything in the 2-hour tour. Private tour for up to 6 guests. We handle the logistics so planning is easy and stress-free.