Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comGolden Gate Bay Cruise
based on 28 reviews
Duration: 1 hour (approx.)
Location: San Francisco, California
Product code: 2630SFOCRS
Want to experience San Francisco's must-do attraction? Take the 60-minute Golden Gate Bay Cruise and you'll see why it's the perfect introduction to San Francisco. The narrated one-hour cruise does a loop of San Francisco Bay, sailing next to Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate Bridge!
Departing from Pier 43½ in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf, you'll sail past the San Francisco skyline and view the lively neighborhood of North Beach and San Francisco Maritime National Park.
As you head west toward the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along Fort Mason and the Marina District which was devastated in the 1989 earthquake. Don't miss incredible photo opportunities when sailing directly under the massive 4,200-foot (1,260-meter) span of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Steaming back into the bay, you'll travel past the wildlife reserves of the Marin Headlands and the legendary town of Sausalito, home to the 1960s flower generation. With Angel Island State Park to your left, you'll slowly cruise around the infamous island of Alcatraz.
On your way back to Fisherman's Wharf, look out for the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and Coit Tower. After a full hour of exciting sights, the barking sea lions at Pier 39 will welcome you back to Pier 43½.
All cruise vessels offer indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and seasonal snack bar service. The award-winning audio narration is available in English, German, Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin, Korean and Portuguese. Vessels operate on biodiesel – a renewable energy source.
Don't worry about the unpredictable San Francisco weather! This is an open ticket which is valid for use on any day within 90 days of your booking date.
Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Daily - This is an open ticket cruise which is valid for use on any day within 90 days of your booking date
Unavailable Dates:
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Pier 43-1/2, (foot of Taylor St.) Historic Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
Departure Time:SPRING - April 3 to May 20
10am, 10:45am, 11:15am, 12pm, 12:30pm (Sat and Sun), 1:15pm, 1:45pm, 2:30pm, 3pm, 3:45pm, 4:15pm, 5pm (Sat and Sun)
SUMMER - May 21 to September 1
10am, 10:45am, 11:15am, 12pm, 12:30pm, 1:15pm, 1:45pm, 2:30pm, 3pm, 3:45pm, 4:15pm, 5pm, 5:30pm, 6:15pm
FALL - September 2 to October 19
10am, 10:45am, 11:15am, 12pm, 12:30pm (Sat and Sun), 1:15pm, 1:45pm, 2:30pm, 3pm, 3:45pm, 4:15pm, 5pm (Sat and Sun)
WINTER - October 20 to December 31
10am, 10:45am (Sat and Sun), 11:15am, 12pm, 1:15pm, 1:45pm, 2:30pm, 3pm, 3:45pm, 4:15pm (Sat and Sun)
Please note, schedules are subject to variations
Return details:Cruise returns to original point of departure
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- One-hour cruise
- Multi-lingual audio-guide in eight languages
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and beverages
- This cruise must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this cruise will be received at time of booking
- Boat crew are trained to provide first aid and CPR support, and first aid kits are readily available on all vessels
- The main deck of each vessel are fully wheelchair accessible
- All sales are final and attract 100% cancellation penalties
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Thanks for the experience!! The tour was great and it was nice to have the narration as you go around, ... Read more ›
Michael M, Australia, January 2008
What a great deal! We got to see the entire bay area and got ideas on other points of interest to visit ... Read more ›
Charlotte B, United States, August 2008
