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San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise

4.7 (698 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation
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San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise

About this activity

Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and Oracle Park, and enjoy views of the city skyline dotted by Coit Tower, the Ferry Building, the Transamerica Pyramid, the Palace of Fine Arts and more. Fascinating audio commentary lets you learn about the construction of these famous bridges, as well as San Francisco’s unique architecture, history, geology, and culture.

Your vessel features restrooms and indoor and outdoor seating. You’re free to bring your own lunch on board to enjoy while you take in the sights, and there is also a full bar and snacks available for purchase.

Day Cruises Full-day Tours Private and Luxury Audio Guides Water Tours Sightseeing Cruises Excellent Quality Best Conversion

At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 150 people
People per booking
1–30
Audio guide
German, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, Hebrew
Operated by
Red and White Fleet

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Views of Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Francisco skyline and waterfront
  • Included: Audio commentary available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian and Vietnamese
  • Included: Indoor and outdoor seating areas
  • Included: "Straight to the gate" access
  • Included: Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Ferry Building Marketplace

    Passing by

    Sail passed the Ferry Building.

  2. Golden Gate Bridge

    Passing by

    Sail under and around the Golden Gate Bridge.

  3. San Francisco Bay

    Passing by

    Cruise the Bay for 60 minutes on this spectacular cruise!

  4. Transamerica Pyramid

    Passing by

    See this iconic building from the San Francisco Bay.

  5. San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

    Passing by

    Sail under the Bay Bridge from the San Francisco Bay!

  6. Treasure Island

    Passing by

    See Treasure Island from the Bay!

  7. San Francisco Cruises

    Passing by

    Begin and complete your journey here!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 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 to the departure time.

End point

  • 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 to the departure time.

Using your ticket

This ticket allows you to proceed directly to the boarding line. Please present an electronic or paper copy of this ticket upon boarding.

Please arrive at Red and White Fleet’s Pier 43 ½ ticket booth (corner of Taylor Street and Embarcadero) about 20-30 minutes prior to your preferred tour time. No booking reconfirmations by phone are required

Tickets are only valid for tour date and time booked.

If your plans change and you need to reschedule your cruise, contact us at: (415) 673-2900 at least 24 hours before your departure and we will do everything we can to book you on another sailing free of charge.

We will book you for another cruise time, subject to any capacity constraints as a standby customer, and subject to a rebooking fee.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

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 is trained to provide first aid and CPR support, and first aid kits are readily available on all vessels

  • The main decks of all vessels are fully wheelchair accessible

  • 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 minutes prior to the departure time.

Traveller ratings

4.7 out of 5 · 698 reviews
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