1-Hour Bay Cruise

Take advantage of prime photo opportunities with unobstructed views in every direction aboard Blue & Gold Fleet’s 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise. This popular trip is highlighted by sailing underneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, truly an inspiring experience. You’ll also go past the famous PIER 39 sea lions, along San Francisco’s historic waterfront, revealing the city’s fascinating skyline, and past the far corner of Alcatraz Island.

This comfortable San Francisco Bay Cruise tour has both indoor and outdoor seating with full narration describing major landmarks as you sail by them. You haven’t experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise.

A free multi-language audio tour is now available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese. Please bring your Wi-Fi enabled device and ear buds to access the tour.

Adult: $38

Child: $28

Price: $120

Languages We Speak:

Tour Details

Duration: 1 Hour
Pricing: $38 per adult • $28 per child • Group discounts available.

What is Included

1-hour scenic cruise around San Francisco Bay
Sail directly underneath the Golden Gate Bridge
Close-up views of Alcatraz Island and the San Francisco skyline
Complimentary multilingual audio guide accessible on your smartphone

Departure & Instructions

Departure Information: Boats depart from Pier 39. Exact departure times and boarding instructions will be provided after your booking is confirmed.
Important Instructions: Please arrive 15–20 minutes before your scheduled departure. Have your digital ticket ready on your mobile device. The bay can be windy and chilly, so we recommend bringing a jacket or sweater.

How to Reserve

Step 1 (Call or Text): Contact our team to check departure schedules and select your preferred tour time.
Step 2 (Secure Payment): Once your departure slot is confirmed, we will send you a secure payment link, or you can pay directly at our office.
Step 3 (Receive Tickets): Your digital ticket and boarding instructions will be sent directly to your phone.

Why Call or Text First? :

Tour times and availability may change depending on weather conditions and the number of seats available. We confirm the best available option for your schedule before you pay.