Top San Francisco Sunset Cruises

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

4.5

(2,004)

from $58

4.7

(413)

from $129

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

4.8

(1,379)

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

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.6

(16)

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

(370)

from $39

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

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

1 hourFree Cancellation

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

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

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(644)

from $65

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

4.9

(3,036)

from $99

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

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

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(157)

from $48

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

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

(3,969)

from $239

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.

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

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

City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

4.1

(4,666)

from $59

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

4.8

(355)

from $122

Known for its steep granite cliffs, waterfalls, towering sequoia groves, and diversity of wildlife, Yosemite National Park is something you don’t want to miss. On this small group day trip, you can leave the logistics to a tour guide so all you have to do is enjoy the great outdoors. You have both guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley, with the chance to explore more of the park however you wish.

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

15 hoursFree Cancellation

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

(4,530)

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

(240)

from $130

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

SHARON_L, Jun 2026

Great time!!

We had a fabulous time! It was remarkable to experience the Golden Gate Bridge that way and Alcatraz. But the best part was the crew. They were extremely accommodating!! Thank you so much to Wolfgang, Lisa, and all the crew!! We almost thought it might be too much for us at 75 and 77, but as long as you can walk and talk and chew gum, you should be fine. The crew kept us safe and helped make the experience even more enjoyable.

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 Cruise

Mary_T, May 2026

Loved the Cruise, but have cocktails prior

Great experience for family visiting from Memphis TN. Purchased 2 cocktails while aboard. Tequila Sunrise 10$ , Vodka N Tonic w/splash of OJ ??? Total for both 34$,. I found this absurd, server could/would not explain charges and didn't give receipt when asked. I spoke with Fleet main office and concern to be forwarded to private vendor, operating on cruise

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

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.

1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

Clifford_E, Oct 2025

The tour was exactly what...

The tour was exactly what was presented on the website. We did not expect a tour guide but we did get some very informative sailors. The captain and first mate were exceptional and gave a wonderful trip around the bay. Two things they couldn’t control were the low winds and flies:-)