San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)
from $39.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
One hour scenic voyage – Ferry between Pier 43.5 and Fisherman’s Wharf while transiting along San Francisco’s breathtaking waterfront, passing under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz! Learn the history of San Francisco Bay in an open-air museum setting and observe local marine life such as sea lions, pelicans, whales and more.
Don’t worry about the unpredictable San Francisco weather! This is an open ticket which is valid for use on any day up until the end of the year.
1 hour
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Please enter in Google Maps: "Red and White Fleet" or "Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco" for exact location and directions. Pier 43 ½ ticket booth (corner of Taylor Street and the Embarcadero) Please come to our location 20-30 minutes prior…
Itinerary
- 1San 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.
- 2Fort Mason, the Great Meadow
As you head west toward the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along Fort Mason
- 3Marina District
Cruise along the Marina District which was devastated in the 1989 earthquake.
- 4Golden 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.
- 5Marin 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.
- 6Angel Island State Park
Pass by Angel Island State Park to your left.
- 7San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge
On your way back to Fisherman's Wharf, look out for the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and Coit Tower.
- 8Pier 39
After a full hour of exciting sights, the barking sea lions at Pier 39 will welcome you back to Pier 43.
What's included
- Multilingual personal audio-guide in 16 languages
- One-hour cruise
- "Straight to the gate" access
- Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks. There is a full service bar onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- 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 15-20 minutes prior to the departure time.
