City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Lunch Cruise
Overview
Come aboard and indulge in a 2-hour buffet lunch cruise around the San Francisco Bay. Pass by the iconic sites like Alcatraz Island and the city skyline, and then cruise under the Golden Gate and Bay Bridge. This lunch cruise is a perfect option for touring the bay with friends, family and co-workers.
What's Included
- Lunch Delicious Lunch Buffet
- Scenic San Francisco Bay Views
- Wine, Beer & Cocktails Available to Purchase on Board
- Background Music
- Two-Hour Yacht Cruise
- Hosted Soda, Juice, Coffee and Tea
- Beverage service (cash bar available)
Meeting Location
101 The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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San Francisco Bay (pass by)
San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All enclosed areas on board are non-smoking. Smoking is only permitted outside on the outer decks.
- Must be 21+ years old with valid identification to purchase alcoholic beverages
- 18% gratuity will be added to additional on board purchases for parties of 6 or more.
- Due to the seasonality of local fresh ingredients, all menus are subject to change.
- If your cruise is in California, a service charge will be collected at the time of your reservation, related to the cruise, food, beverage and the service included in your purchase. This charge is not a gratuity and will not be distributed as a gratuity to our employees who provide service to you. If you wish to purchase additional beverages or food enhancements onboard, we recommend you leave a gratuity onboard based on the quality of service provided to you.
- Seating is only guaranteed together for the number of tickets confirmed on this voucher. Reservations may not be combined.
- Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 140 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Lunch Cruise?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2540SFOLUN
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 14 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool San Francisco customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- Lunch. Delicious Lunch Buffet.
- Scenic San Francisco Bay Views.
- Wine, Beer & Cocktails Available to Purchase on Board.
- Background Music.
- Two-Hour Yacht Cruise.
- Hosted Soda, Juice, Coffee and Tea.
- Beverage service (cash bar available).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Lunch Cruise is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Lunch Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchDelicious Lunch Buffet
- Scenic San Francisco Bay Views
- Wine, Beer & Cocktails Available to Purchase on Board
- Background Music
- Two-Hour Yacht Cruise
- Hosted Soda, Juice, Coffee and Tea
- Beverage service (cash bar available)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All enclosed areas on board are non-smoking. Smoking is only permitted outside on the outer decks.
- Must be 21+ years old with valid identification to purchase alcoholic beverages
- 18% gratuity will be added to additional on board purchases for parties of 6 or more.
- Due to the seasonality of local fresh ingredients, all menus are subject to change.
- If your cruise is in California, a service charge will be collected at the time of your reservation, related to the cruise, food, beverage and the service included in your purchase. This charge is not a gratuity and will not be distributed as a gratuity to our employees who provide service to you. If you wish to purchase additional beverages or food enhancements onboard, we recommend you leave a gratuity onboard based on the quality of service provided to you.
- Seating is only guaranteed together for the number of tickets confirmed on this voucher. Reservations may not be combined.
- Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 140 travelers
