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San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

Experience the magic of San Francisco after dark with our California Sunset Cruise, a perfect evening escape. As the sun sets, the city comes to …More

4.6 (2,028)

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

Experience the magic of San Francisco after dark with our California Sunset Cruise, a perfect evening escape. As the sun sets, the city comes to...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$58
San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at …More

4.8 (1,629)

San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,629)
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$39
San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from …More

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San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$65
San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Enjoy the serene San Francisco Bay at sunset on this evening with the Sunset Cruise aboard a luxurious catamaran. Sail by Alcatraz Island, under the …More

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Enjoy the serene San Francisco Bay at sunset on this evening with the Sunset Cruise aboard a luxurious catamaran. Sail by Alcatraz Island, under the...

1 hour 35 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$88
San Francisco CityPASS — Save 45%

Experience 4 top attractions and save up to 45% with San Francisco CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can …More

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San Francisco CityPASS — Save 45%

Experience 4 top attractions and save up to 45% with San Francisco CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can...

9 days
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$90
San Francisco Bay Cruise

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, …More

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San Francisco Bay Cruise

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island,...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$39
San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise 90 Minutes

Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and …More

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San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise 90 Minutes

Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$48
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences …More

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San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences...

9 hours • Free Cancellation
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$109
2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

Whether you want to kick off a fabulous date night or wrap up an enjoyable afternoon, this two-hour sunset sail is just the ticket. Step …More

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2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

Whether you want to kick off a fabulous date night or wrap up an enjoyable afternoon, this two-hour sunset sail is just the ticket. Step...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$129
City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

Treat yourself to a day on the San Francisco Bay featuring free-flowing champagne. This San Francisco Brunch Buffet Cruise includes choices of classic breakfast dishes …More

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City Cruises San Francisco: Premier Brunch Cruise

Treat yourself to a day on the San Francisco Bay featuring free-flowing champagne. This San Francisco Brunch Buffet Cruise includes choices of classic breakfast dishes...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$122
Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option

Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz …More

4.5 (189)

Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option

Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz...

2 to 4 hours
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Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Embark on a 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Angel Island State Park before circling Alcatraz Island for an …More

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Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Embark on a 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Angel Island State Park before circling Alcatraz Island for an...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$48
1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

For a relaxing afternoon on the water, hop aboard the Privateer, a truly traditional sailboat, for a semi-private 90-minute cruise of the bay, complete with …More

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1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

For a relaxing afternoon on the water, hop aboard the Privateer, a truly traditional sailboat, for a semi-private 90-minute cruise of the bay, complete with...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$99
2hr. INTERACTIVE Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

This is an Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay with a maximum 6 passengers on a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain and …More

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2hr. INTERACTIVE Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

This is an Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay with a maximum 6 passengers on a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain and...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$149
San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 72 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences. …More

4.5 (578)

San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 72 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences....

3 days
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$120
Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of …More

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Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of...

6 hours 30 minutes
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$143
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and …More

4.5 (838)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and...

2 to 4 hours
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$139
Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van …More

4.7 (1,104)

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van...

7 to 8 hours
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$159
Alcatraz City Cruises: Official Admission Ticket

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military …More

4.8 (24)

Alcatraz City Cruises: Official Admission Ticket

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military...

3 hours
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$60
90-Minute Sunset Tour Aboard Wine Therapy

The Golden Gate Bridge at golden hour, from the water. Wine Therapy is a classic 1958 45-foot wooden yacht. Small groups, full bar, local wines, …More

4.9 (20)

90-Minute Sunset Tour Aboard Wine Therapy

The Golden Gate Bridge at golden hour, from the water. Wine Therapy is a classic 1958 45-foot wooden yacht. Small groups, full bar, local wines,...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$95

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Worth it!
New York City
San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Maddie_C, Sep 2026
Worth it!
We went to a 5:15pm and truly couldn’t recommend the time slot enough. It was a perfect activity to do to see the city while traveling for work!
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77 years
New York City
2hr. INTERACTIVE Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
CeliaC_B, Sep 2026
77 years
Beautiful sunny day with just enough wind to take us sailing into the SF bay and along the Sausalito waterfront as the sun set over the foggy hills of Marin. Best part, the birthday boy was given the opportunity to sail this beautiful boat, the highlight for my hubby and me! Thanks so much.
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Great excursion
New York City
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
alexandriah666, Sep 2026
Great excursion
Great experience! Definitely recommend.
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Great tour!
New York City
San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Kent_C, Sep 2026
Great tour!
I believe that the Alcatraz tour is a must do if you are in San Francisco. I spent a couple hours out at the rock and that seemed to be about the right amount of time. A big shout out to Viatot because there was some confusion with my tickets as I bought it with another tour. Cool San Francisco was great at straightening it out and everything took place without a hitch.
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Bay-2-Bay Review
New York City
San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise 90 Minutes
Dominique_M, Sep 2026
Bay-2-Bay Review
Even with the cold, it was beautiful and a lot of fun. They have an inside and we were warm there. Very educational and would definitely do again.
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Alcatraz
New York City
Alcatraz City Cruises: Official Admission Ticket
I5600KZtammys, Sep 2026
Alcatraz
Quick boat ride over and all the time you need to explore the island. The self guided cell tour was very interesting!! Also amazing views from the island. I would recommend going!
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I booked at the 11th...
New York City
Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option
Indranil_S, Sep 2026
I booked at the 11th...
I booked at the 11th hour. The booking team was extremely helpful- they texted theQR code so I didn’t need to go collect the pass. We had a great trip - just the right weather for a short cruise and in good comfort. The free snacks were an added bonus.
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I love the music the...
New York City
San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise
Nicolas_G, Sep 2026
I love the music the...
I love the music the views. The crew was also nice. There is outlets if you bring a charger to charge your phone. Nice mini bar. Wish there was more snack variety.
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Great views of SF Bay
New York City
San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise
G8467RXkarenl, Sep 2026
Great views of SF Bay
I am a local to the Bay Area, but I’ve never done this night cruise of the bay. I would highly recommend it to locals or visitors. It was beautiful, calm, relaxing, and everyone in my party really enjoyed it.
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A San Francisco Must
New York City
Alcatraz City Cruises: Official Admission Ticket
O8277SAsandrah, Sep 2026
A San Francisco Must
Booking online easy and ferry boarding easy. At Alcatraz there is quite a steep walk up to the tour start - then a free audio provided and tour to follow. Extremely interesting - as expected - and much enjoyed! Tip would be to have a clothing layer - the wind in the exercise yard is biting and we were there on an extremely hot day! Views stunning.
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Must See
New York City
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
Martin_G, Sep 2026
Must See
This tour is great for getting to pMuir Woods and Sausalito. The redwoids are magnificent. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun.
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Great way ti spend a few...
New York City
San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise 90 Minutes
Anne_S, Sep 2026
Great way ti spend a few...
Great way to spend a few hours on the water. As a bonus, we saw a couple whales!!! Highly recommend. Give yourself a lot of time to find parking.
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The best way to see the city
New York City
San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour
alexbE1567SM, Sep 2026
The best way to see the city
We had a fantastic experience with Big Bus San Francisco, and Nicole deserves special recognition. She was incredibly helpful, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. People like Nicole make a huge difference when you’re visiting a city. Highly recommended!
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Set sail and sail under the great bridge.
New York City
San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Simon_T, Sep 2026
Set sail and sail under the great bridge.
The cruise around the bay is fantastic set sail and go under the bridge is so good. Crew are first notch and cheerful . Do it if your in the bay.
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Night tour
New York City
Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option
Tom_Q, Sep 2026
Night tour
Excellent tour. We were allowed on an earlier departure and the ferry over was quick with views over the city. Highlight was the audio commentary at Alcatraz cells. Worth noting the return boat times on arrival at Alcatraz.
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Exceptional Sail on the bay
New York City
San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Debbie_L, Sep 2026
Exceptional Sail on the bay
Very enjoyable sail on the Bay. Well done. Very relaxing. Great crew. We really enjoyed the sail that day.
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