San Francisco · EVENING EXPERIENCES
The city photographs better after dark and the fog usually clears for it. These 15 cover the night crossings to the island, the lit-bridge cruises and the after-dark walks, priced and timed.
Big Bus San Francisco review covering 17 stops, Golden Gate Bridge views, hop-on flexibility, sunset options, costs, and practical tips.
“Get on board early for the front row upstairs seats. A great route around town and better than the other company operating these tours.”
Cruise San Francisco Bay at sunset for Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, skyline, and city lights views, with indoor seating and a cash bar.
“Overall experience was really good, easy to find and we were told that we might see a gray whale but we weren’t lucky enough on ride but regardless the staff were amazing they were all very nice and the boarding was so smooth. They checked everyone’s ticket in advance to have a better and faster boarding and so the boat can leave on time. Snacks and wine is also available inside if you don’t have time to take your dinner outside. Everything was also clean including the washroom. I would recommend this to my friends and who is reading this review. Price is a bit high but reasonable enough cuz…”
Review of San Francisco’s sunset catamaran cruise, with Golden Gate views, Alcatraz, one free drink, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“This was an amazing experience and an excellent way to see the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz! The captain and crew were also excellent. Definitely a must when you’re in San Francisco!”
Sail past Alcatraz and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge on a 90-minute sunset catamaran cruise with a drink included.
“Beautiful scenery great company Thank you Evan got to drive the boat 🌅”
Review of Alcatraz by day or night with a separate San Francisco Bay cruise, practical tips, prices, timing, access, and honest value advice.
“Loved the Alcatraz tour. The bay tour wasn’t as great. For one thing about 30 people crowd the view so everyone else can’t really see anything. I don’t know what the tour people could do to change it because it’s not them it’s the other customers who are just not courteous at all. But I would definitely recommend the Alcatraz tour, not so much the bay tour.”
Visit Alcatraz by official ferry, explore its prison and gardens, and follow two audio tours with an optional night visit.
“Absolute blast! Guided audio tour was super cool and well done. I wish cafeteria and other parts were open, but still a great experience.”
Sail past Alcatraz, Sausalito, and the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset on a small San Francisco Bay boat with two drinks included.
“Great captain and first mate! They shared little things about the city but also gave groups their privacy. They had plenty to drink should you chose to have a beverage or two on your voyage. I would recommend this excursion to everyone who is visiting the city.”
See Jay Alexander’s intimate San Francisco mind-reading show, with lounge magic, cocktails, audience participation, and a Moroccan theater setting.
“Everything was memorable. Jay is such a personable, kind and genuine person. I have seen his performance once before and was anxious to share this experience with my family. Great time and my grandsons LOVED it.”
See San Francisco after sunset on an open-top Big Bus tour through Chinatown, the Embarcadero, Bay Bridge, and Treasure Island.
“We booked this from in the UK via friends who said it would be a good tour due to we only visited for one day via a cruise ship holiday. We was not disappointed and to be taken around the city, visited the well known Bob’s Doughnuts open 24/7 days a week 👍”
Explore Alcatraz by ferry, hear its official Cellhouse audio tour, and weigh the value of the popular but costly night option.
“I was a amazing experience that I don't think I'll ever get the chance to do again. I 100% recommend this on anyone's bucket list! Definitely make sure you have good shoes. There's a lot to explore.”
Review of Alcatraz’s 3-hour night tour, with ferry fare, prison cells, skyline views, app audio, pricing, and practical booking advice.
“would be good to have a coffee shop on the Island”
Tour Alcatraz by ferry, explore its cells with an award-winning audio guide, and weigh the strong experience against the higher third-party price.
“The ranger led tour and the audio tour were both excellent. You get a true understanding of what life was like for the staff as well as the inmates. It was a cold and windy day but we were never tempted to exit the outside tour with the ranger.”
Review of San Francisco’s 90-minute sunset cruise from Pier 39, with sea lions, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Bay views for $50.
“Tour around Bay, seeing Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge and Treasure Island. Seals were laying out around dock. Check off my bucket list! Our boat had good 80s 90s music. Recommend to all. Little chilly after sun sets.”
Explore Alcatraz after dark, hear former guards and inmates on an audio tour, watch sunset from the ferry, and cruise San Francisco Bay.
“activité superbe et très intéressante....à faire absolument !!!!”
See San Francisco at sunset from an open-top bus, with Nob Hill, Grace Cathedral, the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island, and waterfront lights.
“There is no reservations for this activity. It is first come first serve no matter what time you buy tickets for. This was very disappointing to find out when we arrived as it does not state that anywhere on the website.”
Pick a shoreline, a hill or a tasting room.
