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Slide 1 of 9, Cruise ship near Alcatraz Island on Golden Gate Bay Cruise.
Cruise ship near Alcatraz Island on Golden Gate Bay Cruise.
1 hr
Meals
  • Enjoy a classic 60-min sightseeing cruise with direct views of San Francisco’s skyline, iconic bridges, and legendary landmarks from the water.

  • Board at Fisherman's Wharf and set sail for a nonstop journey, with staff on hand to assist families with children under 5 at boarding.

  • Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and circle Alcatraz Island, taking in waterfront sights and city highlights along the route.

  • Listen to award-winning narration in 16 languages, sharing stories and context as you pass historic neighborhoods and natural scenery. Sip a drink or grab a snack from the full onboard bar and snack bar, with both cash and card accepted for your convenience.

  • Wildlife sightings are common, including harbor porpoises, sea lions, and the occasional gray or humpback whale in San Francisco Bay.

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  • Enjoy a classic 60-min sightseeing cruise with direct views of San Francisco’s skyline, iconic bridges, and legendary landmarks from the water.

  • Board at Fisherman's Wharf and set sail for a nonstop journey, with staff on hand to assist families with children under 5 at boarding.

  • Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and circle Alcatraz Island, taking in waterfront sights and city highlights along the route.

  • Listen to award-winning narration in 16 languages, sharing stories and context as you pass historic neighborhoods and natural scenery. Sip a drink or grab a snack from the full onboard bar and snack bar, with both cash and card accepted for your convenience.

  • Wildlife sightings are common, including harbor porpoises, sea lions, and the occasional gray or humpback whale in San Francisco Bay.

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$39
Slide 1 of 11, Boat for California Sunset cruise tour departing from the harbor.
Boat for California Sunset cruise tour departing from the harbor.
2 hrs
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  • Sail aboard a dreamy 2-hour sunset cruise and watch San Francisco unfold from a unique vantage point, from the shimmering waters of the bay.

  • Glide beneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, circle the infamous Alcatraz Island, and soak in sweeping views of the iconic city skyline.

  • Choose your moment: If you’re on a summer cruise, toast to the golden hour as the sky bursts into vivid orange hues; if you’re on a winter cruise, embrace the twilight hour as the skylines light up and the nightlife comes alive.

  • Purchase a light bite and a beverage from the bar, as the background music sets the perfect laid-back vibe.

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  • Sail aboard a dreamy 2-hour sunset cruise and watch San Francisco unfold from a unique vantage point, from the shimmering waters of the bay.

  • Glide beneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, circle the infamous Alcatraz Island, and soak in sweeping views of the iconic city skyline.

  • Choose your moment: If you’re on a summer cruise, toast to the golden hour as the sky bursts into vivid orange hues; if you’re on a winter cruise, embrace the twilight hour as the skylines light up and the nightlife comes alive.

  • Purchase a light bite and a beverage from the bar, as the background music sets the perfect laid-back vibe.

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$58
Slide 1 of 6, Cruise ship with passengers near Alcatraz Island on Golden Gate Bridge tour.
Cruise ship with passengers near Alcatraz Island on Golden Gate Bridge tour.
1 hr 30 mins
  • Enjoy a 90-minute bridge-to-bridge sightseeing cruise with views of San Francisco’s waterfront and famous landmarks.

  • Sail beneath both the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge while passing Alcatraz Island, Coit Tower, the Ferry Building, Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower, and the Palace of Fine Arts.

  • Listen to award-winning audio narration available in 16 languages covering San Francisco’s geology, earthquakes, architecture, history, and culture.

  • Relax indoors or outdoors during the cruise, with onboard access to a cocktail bar serving drinks and snacks available for purchase.

  • Experience a complete bay sightseeing loop from one iconic bridge to another, while children aged 4 and under cruise free with a ticketed adult.

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  • Enjoy a 90-minute bridge-to-bridge sightseeing cruise with views of San Francisco’s waterfront and famous landmarks.

  • Sail beneath both the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge while passing Alcatraz Island, Coit Tower, the Ferry Building, Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower, and the Palace of Fine Arts.

  • Listen to award-winning audio narration available in 16 languages covering San Francisco’s geology, earthquakes, architecture, history, and culture.

  • Relax indoors or outdoors during the cruise, with onboard access to a cocktail bar serving drinks and snacks available for purchase.

  • Experience a complete bay sightseeing loop from one iconic bridge to another, while children aged 4 and under cruise free with a ticketed adult.

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$48

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What our guests say

Carlos G

United States
Family
3 weeks ago

+7 more

The ride is very pleasant from beginning to end! Going under the bridge is an impressive experience; it's something I’d love to do again because you enjoy it so much!!

1.5-Hour Bridge to Bridge Cruise by Red & White Fleet

Efrem B

Couple
Oct 2026
My wife and and I had a great time seeing all the great sights of the San Francisco Bay. I had a chance to visit with the captain of the ship and I took some photos in his chair while we were sailing towards the Golden Gate Bridge. That was amazing and we had a memorable experience.

1.5-Hour Bridge to Bridge Cruise by Red & White Fleet

Jeanne P

United States
Couple
Sep 2026
Excellent guide providing information. Lots of whale and porpoise sightings. Captain apologized for keeping us out a bit long, but the whales were there so it was great.

2.5-Hour Whale Watching Cruise by Red & White Fleet

Ashkan K

United States
Couple
Aug 2026
Wonderful experience. The playlist was all San Francisco classics. Even though it was a foggy day (thanks Carl) it was a magnificent experience. Will def do it again. We even got to spot a 🐬

2-Hour Sunset Cruise with Cash Bar by Red & White Fleet

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