6 Boat Tours in San Francisco Worth Booking

1.Golden Gate Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,644 reviews · 1 hour · from $38Our pick

Review the $38 Golden Gate Bay Cruise from Fisherman’s Wharf, with Alcatraz, bridge views, multilingual audio, onboard bar, and practical tips.

“Great hour to spend on the water and see all the sights”

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2.California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,949 reviews · from $58

Sail beneath the Golden Gate at sunset, pass Alcatraz and Angel Island, and watch San Francisco glow on this relaxed two-hour bay cruise.

“The beautiful skyline at night was fabulous. We were amazed at how many sites we were able to see in this 2 hr tour. It was definitely worth the money.”

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3.San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,879 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $58

Review the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, with Golden Gate and Bay Bridge views, Alcatraz, sunset timing, onboard tips, and honest value advice.

“Wonderful experience! Tour company was first class. Well organized. Safe. Went out under the Golden Gate bridge, the views were amazing!”

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4.Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,621 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $39

Review of San Francisco’s 60-minute Golden Gate Bay Cruise, with Alcatraz, Sausalito, indoor seating, audio narration, price, and practical tips.

“Got what I wanted seeing all of San Francisco bridges and Alcatraz island up close. I would have liked to hear the recorded tour a little better but maybe I was just sitting in the wrong place. Highly recommend”

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5.Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,577 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Explore Alcatraz with a guided audio tour, then cruise San Francisco Bay beneath the Golden Gate Bridge for $135.

“Such a great experience getting to visit Alcatraz one of my bucket list. Getting to see the beautiful city from the water was just beautiful. Would highly recommend it for the views and piccys.”

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6.Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,483 reviews · 1 hour · from $38

Review of San Francisco’s one-hour Bay Cruise from Pier 39, with Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz views, narration, tips, and honest value advice.

“Best sightseeing trip around the bay! The tour guide was hilarious but so knowledgeable. He made it entirely worth it. We went as a family with teen kiddos and everyone had fun. Would recommend for a fun hour out.”

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