San Francisco Bay Cruise
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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, past Angel Island State Park, and alongside the city's waterfront. Take advantage of fantastic photo ops and panoramic views. An audio tour that shares all the great history is played throughout the boat, and is also available on your smartphone, tablet or other WiFi-enabled device and includes a slideshow of historical photos in 10 different languages. This ticket allows you to skip the box office line and go straight to the gate.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 1 hour
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Guided experience
German, Portuguese, Korean, CMN, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Audio: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese & Taiwanese
- Multiple restrooms, WC, onboard
- Enjoy the sea life! Possibility of seeing dolphins, sea lions, whales, and pelicans, oh my!
- Access to full-service cash snack bar and Free WIFI while you enjoy interior or exterior seating
- "Straight to the gate" Skip the Line! Go straight to the boarding line and avoid the Ticket Booth
Not included
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Take advantage of prime photo opportunities with unobstructed views in every direction during this 1-hour bay cruise, departing from Pier 39. Snap photos of barking sea lions that bask on the docks, and take a seat indoors or on the outdoor deck.
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Stop 2
Listen to complete narration describing major landmarks as you glide past. Or listen on your own personal device on our App for the audio tour in 10 different languages.
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Stop 3
You'll get the opportunity to sail right underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, hearing tales of the history of this famous gate that opens up to the Pacific Ocean.
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Stop 4
Your journey includes an up close look at the famous island as we sail around the best side for some great views of this infamous penitentiary.
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Stop 5
Beautiful views from the water
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Stop 6
Beautiful views from the water
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Stop 7
Beautiful views from the water
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Stop 8
Beautiful views from the water
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Stop 9
San Francisco Landmark with a unique view from the water
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
We're located in the marina between Pier 41 and Pier 39.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $39.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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