Explore one of California's most iconic settings from the beauty of San Francisco Bay. This narrated Golden Gate Bay cruise journeys alongside Alcatraz and Angel Island State Park, past the shores of Sausalito and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. You can choose to view the sights from inside your boat or out on deck.
Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge and by Alcatraz Island
Admire Sausalito, the Marin Headlands, Angel Island, and more
Comfortable indoor and outdoor seating (plus food and drinks to purchase)
Open ticket gives you the flexibility to choose any departure time
What To Expect
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Departing from Pier 43 1/2 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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Fort Mason, the Great Meadow
As you head west toward the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along Fort Mason
• Admission Ticket Free
Marina District
Cruise along the Marina District which was devastated in the 1989 earthquake.
• Admission Ticket Free
Golden Gate Bridge
Don’t miss incredible photo opportunities when sailing directly under the massive 4,200-foot (1,260-meter) span of the Golden Gate Bridge.
• Admission Ticket Free
Marin Headlands
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Angel Island State Park
Pass by Angel Island State Park to your left.
• Admission Ticket Free
San Francisco Bay Bridge
On your way back to Fisherman’s Wharf, look out for the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and Coit Tower.
• Admission Ticket Free
Pier 39
After a full hour of exciting sights, the barking sea lions at Pier 39 will welcome you back to Pier 43.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation 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
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
All cruise vessels offer indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and seasonal snack bar service.
Vessels operate on biodiesel – a renewable energy source.
The award-winning audio narration is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian and Vietnamese.
Please come to our location 20-30 minutes prior to the departure time.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers
Include
One-hour cruise
Multilingual audio-guide in 16 languages
“Straight to the gate” access
Exclude
Gratuities
Food and drinks. There is a full service bar onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.