San Francisco · SAN FRANCISCO BAY CRUISES
An hour on the water buys the bridge from underneath and Alcatraz from the channel. These 15 compare the routes, the boats and the narration, with prices and departure piers.
Review the one-hour San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise, with Alcatraz, waterfront views, multilingual audio, wildlife, and practical tips.
“I loved this cruise!! They shared so much great information that I was unaware of. Great views and friendly staff!! Jump aboard and enjoy this adventure!!”
Cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, pass Alcatraz and Sausalito, and enjoy San Francisco Bay views with flexible one-hour departures.
“it was nice cruise around the Bay, weather was chilly but had fun, timing was great except in our return at least 10mins before arriving the dock wanted to use the restroom and person in the boat place a sign not available where i asked if i can use the restroom she told me its 10mins left and another person came behind me and told me its non-negotiable. that was absurd to me and not customer focused , this is the 3rd time i have brought my family who have travelled from abroad and this kinda of mentality was not right”
Explore Alcatraz with an audio tour, then cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and past Pier 39 for a full San Francisco day.
“It was a good self guided tour. The shuttle boat was really crowded and lines long while waiting to come and go from the island”
Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge, pass Alcatraz and Pier 39 sea lions, and see San Francisco’s waterfront in one well-priced hour.
“Stunning views. Going underneath the GG Bridge was just amazing.”
Cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and circle Alcatraz with narration, bay views, onboard snacks, and skip-the-box-office access.
“Staff was courteous and well informed. The actual trip was a great experience, I would definitely do it again.”
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 🌅”
Visit Alcatraz, hear its award-winning audio tour, and cruise San Francisco Bay past the Golden Gate Bridge for $125.
“It was a great trip, and weird at the same time - considering, what had happened there for years. I would have loved to see a section, where it would have aded a little trivia regarding the movies that were shot there (like Escape from Alcatraz or The Rock).”
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.”
Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, circle Alcatraz, and view San Francisco from a 90-minute catamaran cruise with covered seating.
“Such a great experience. Easygoing ride. Great people. Great views. Recommend To dress warm, bring layers. They have beverages on sale on board.”
See Muir Woods, Sausalito, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and San Francisco Bay in one practical six-hour tour.
“You won’t regret going to Muir Woods. I’ve never been someplace so serene, and beautiful. The bay cruise was so incredible. We didn’t have time to go inside Alcatraz but we went around the island. You won’t regret this tour!”
Review of a 90-minute San Francisco Bay sail from Pier 39 with Alcatraz, Golden Gate views, two drinks, and a small friendly crew.
“It was a great way to see the Bay. The crew was friendly and professional. We just loved being on the water.”
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.”
Ride a 12-person RIB from Pier 39 past Alcatraz, under the Golden Gate Bridge, and around San Francisco Bay with live narration.
“Great trip, very fun and informative, the pants and jacket provided were perfect. Wish we have seen/heard about Alcatraz.”
Review of the $39 San Francisco Bay Cruise from Pier 39, with Golden Gate Bridge views, Alcatraz, audio narration, and practical booking tips.
“The views were spectacular. Take pictures from under the bridge as well as above. Dress warm, the breeze can be chilly”
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