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2 hours

1 - 6 people

Duration: 2 hours

Overview

Watch San Francisco, California glow from the water on a two hour sunset or city lights cruise that sails past the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the illuminated skyline. This scenic evening cruise offers a relaxed, front row view of the city as it shifts from golden hour to night.

🌉 Sail past Alcatraz Island and under the Golden Gate Bridge from a one-of-a-kind vantage point

🌞 In the summer months experience the California Sunset Cruise as the sun dips below the horizon

🌃 In the winter months enjoy the San Francisco City Lights Cruise with sparkling views of illuminated landmarks after dark

🍷 Unwind onboard with music, open-air views, and access to the full bar while cruising the bay

San Francisco evenings hit differently from the water, and this sunset cruise captures the city at its best. In the warmer months, the California Sunset Cruise glides across the bay as golden light washes over the skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. As the seasons shift, the experience transforms into the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, where twinkling buildings and illuminated landmarks create a dramatic nighttime backdrop. Either way, the views feel cinematic and unmistakably San Francisco.

This two hour cruise offers a relaxed way to take in the city without the crowds, whether wrapped in a jacket on a winter night or enjoying a mild summer breeze. Sail past iconic sights, soak in the changing colors of the sky, and enjoy the calm rhythm of the bay. With music onboard and a bar available for drinks, this sunset cruise in San Francisco makes an easy, memorable gift for locals and visitors alike.

San Francisco evenings hit differently from the water, and this sunset cruise captures the city at its best. In the warmer months, the California Sunset Cruise glides across the bay as golden light washes over the skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. As the seasons shift, the experience transforms into the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, where twinkling buildings and illuminated landmarks create a dramatic nighttime backdrop. Either way, the views feel cinematic and unmistakably San Francisco.

This two hour cruise offers a relaxed way to take in the city without the crowds, whether wrapped in a jacket on a winter night or enjoying a mild summer breeze. Sail past iconic sights, soak in the changing colors of the sky, and enjoy the calm rhythm of the bay. With music onboard and a bar available for drinks, this sunset cruise in San Francisco makes an easy, memorable gift for locals and visitors alike.

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 4:45pm

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 4:45pm

Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: All age groups are welcome.
  • Health limitations: Guests with severe motion sickness or medical conditions affected by boat travel should consult a medical professional before participating.
  • Physical limitations: Guests should be able to board and disembark safely. Boarding ramps can vary in steepness depending on tide levels, and boarding may be difficult during low tide.

Who can you accommodate for?

  • Children: Children under age 5 can join free of charge but must be included when obtaining tickets; all guests require a ticket to board.
  • Individuals with disabilities: The enclosed main decks of all vessels are wheelchair accessible. Boarding ramps may be steep depending on tide levels. Service animals are permitted.
  • Dietary restrictions: Onboard cafés offer snacks and hot/cold beverages, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Guests may also bring boxed lunches.
  • Languages: Multilingual personal audio sets are available for select cruises in 16 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Thai, Hindi, Hebrew, Vietnamese, Arabic, and Bahasa Indonesian.
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted, except for service animals.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours
  • What’s included: A scenic evening cruise on San Francisco Bay with skyline views, onboard amenities, and narrated content when available.
    • *California Sunset Cruise (Summer Season) or San Francisco City Lights Cruise (Winter Season)
  • Who will be present: Professional crew members will operate the vessel and assist guests. Other passengers will be onboard.
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all guests onboard must have a valid ticket.
  • Photo/ video: Photos and videos are encouraged.
  • Specific rules to follow: Smoking and vaping are not permitted onboard or while waiting in the boarding line. Guests must follow all safety instructions from the crew.

How to prepare?

  • Weather dependency: Cruises operate rain or shine and are rarely canceled due to stormy weather. Boats have heated interiors and large viewing windows.
  • Arrival: Arrive at least 20–30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. For busy summer weekends and special events, arriving at least 30 minutes early is recommended due to traffic in Fisherman’s Wharf.
  • Parking: Parking validation is not available. SpotHero is recommended for reserving nearby Fisherman’s Wharf parking in advance.
  • What to wear: Dress in layers and bring a jacket. Bay conditions can change quickly, and it can be windy and cold on the water.
  • What to bring:
    • Printed or electronic ticket or voucher
    • Camera or phone
    • Light jacket or windbreaker
  • Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are available onboard. Lockers and changing rooms are not provided.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

  • Taxes, fees, and gratuities are included in ticket rates; additional tipping is optional.

Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: All age groups are welcome.
  • Health limitations: Guests with severe motion sickness or medical conditions affected by boat travel should consult a medical professional before participating.
  • Physical limitations: Guests should be able to board and disembark safely. Boarding ramps can vary in steepness depending on tide levels, and boarding may be difficult during low tide.

Who can you accommodate for?

  • Children: Children under age 5 can join free of charge but must be included when obtaining tickets; all guests require a ticket to board.
  • Individuals with disabilities: The enclosed main decks of all vessels are wheelchair accessible. Boarding ramps may be steep depending on tide levels. Service animals are permitted.
  • Dietary restrictions: Onboard cafés offer snacks and hot/cold beverages, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Guests may also bring boxed lunches.
  • Languages: Multilingual personal audio sets are available for select cruises in 16 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Thai, Hindi, Hebrew, Vietnamese, Arabic, and Bahasa Indonesian.
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted, except for service animals.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours
  • What’s included: A scenic evening cruise on San Francisco Bay with skyline views, onboard amenities, and narrated content when available.
    • *California Sunset Cruise (Summer Season) or San Francisco City Lights Cruise (Winter Season)
  • Who will be present: Professional crew members will operate the vessel and assist guests. Other passengers will be onboard.
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all guests onboard must have a valid ticket.
  • Photo/ video: Photos and videos are encouraged.
  • Specific rules to follow: Smoking and vaping are not permitted onboard or while waiting in the boarding line. Guests must follow all safety instructions from the crew.

How to prepare?

  • Weather dependency: Cruises operate rain or shine and are rarely canceled due to stormy weather. Boats have heated interiors and large viewing windows.
  • Arrival: Arrive at least 20–30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. For busy summer weekends and special events, arriving at least 30 minutes early is recommended due to traffic in Fisherman’s Wharf.
  • Parking: Parking validation is not available. SpotHero is recommended for reserving nearby Fisherman’s Wharf parking in advance.
  • What to wear: Dress in layers and bring a jacket. Bay conditions can change quickly, and it can be windy and cold on the water.
  • What to bring:
    • Printed or electronic ticket or voucher
    • Camera or phone
    • Light jacket or windbreaker
  • Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are available onboard. Lockers and changing rooms are not provided.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

  • Taxes, fees, and gratuities are included in ticket rates; additional tipping is optional.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds or rescheduling are allowed once the experience is booked.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds or rescheduling are allowed once the experience is booked.

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