San Francisco City Lights Cruise

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About this activity

See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, past Alcatraz Island, and along the waterfront for sweeping views of the city skyline.

Unwind to pre-recorded music, enjoy a beverage available for purchase from the onboard bar, and take in the sights from indoor or outdoor seating. Cruise with San Francisco’s original Bay sightseeing company, independently family-owned since 1892.

Dress in warm layers for cool Bay breezes. Sunset views and lighting vary by season and departure time, and San Francisco’s famous fog may partially or completely obscure the Golden Gate Bridge and other sights.

Please note: This cruise does not include audio narration. Pre-recorded music plays throughout the vessel.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 300 people
People per booking: 1–30
Operated by: Red and White Fleet

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

What is included

Included

Included: "Straight to the gate" access
Included: 2- hour sunset cruise (summer months) or city lights cruise (winter months) of San Francisco Bay
Included: Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Full bar is available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.

Itinerary

San Francisco Cruises

5 min

Begin and end your journey at Pier 43 1/2.
Golden Gate Bridge

Passing by

Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets.
San Francisco Bay

Passing by

Explore the San Francisco Bay during this 1.5 hour bay cruise.
Marina District

Passing by

Sail passed the Marina district on your journey back to Fisherman's Wharf.
Fort Mason Center

Passing by

See Fort Mason from the bay and your journey back to FIsherman's Wharf.
Coit Tower

Passing by

See Coit Tower from the Bay!
Salesforce Tower

Passing by

See the Salesforce Tower form the Bay.
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

Passing by

Sail passed the Bay Bridge and enjoy the Bay Bridge's iconic the Bay Light art installation throughout the evening.
Yerba Buena Island

Passing by

See views of Yerba Buena Island from the Bay!
Treasure Island

Passing by

See Treasure Island from the Bay!

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 minutes prior to departure.

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 minutes prior to departure.

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 Pier 43 ½ (corner of Taylor Street and Embarcadero) 20 minutes prior to your cruise time. Allow yourself plenty of time for traffic and parking, especially on busy weekends. No booking reconfirmations by phone are required
Guests must bring their ticket in order to board the vessel. Ticket can be used directly in boarding line.
No refunds are given for missed departures
A rescheduling fee is required if you are unable to attend the cruise for the specific time and date listed on your voucher
Passengers may bring their own food aboard for picnic-style meals. No drinks may be brought aboard the vessel

Please note: In November, December, January and February, tour departs late afternoon for the City Lights Cruise and the sunset will not be visible
Kindly note that seating for this cruise is “open style seating” At times, please expect to sit next to unfamiliar faces

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%

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
Please come to our location 20 minutes prior to the departure time.
This cruise is not narrated. If you would like to learn more about San Francisco, we suggest taking one of our narrated cruises such as the Golden Gate Bay Cruise or the San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise.