Sit back, relax and enjoy a one hour narrated tour of San Francisco Bay. Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz and past the city skyline. Have lunch or a light snack on board, while you enjoy the sights of the Bay. Cocktails, wine, draft beer, soft drinks, hot dogs, popcorn and more are available at our full service snack bar.

Sightseeing Highlights:

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Enjoy the beauty of everyone's favorite city, starting with a drive along the waterfront with its view of SAN FRANCISCO BAY and photo stops at Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and Twin Peaks (weather permitting). Then from Pier 41, the Blue and Gold ferry boat sails to Alcatraz Island. With superb vistas of Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Bay, the tour features the major attractions of San Francisco.

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Your tour also includes the ferry ride to Alcatraz Island and an audio walking tour of the 'Cell Block'. This former federal penitentiary also known as 'The Rock', housed gangsters such as Al Capone (Scarface) and Machine Gun Kelly. You will learn about the famous 'Escape from Alcatraz', it's famous inmates and much more.

Alcatraz and San Francisco City Tour

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Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge and stop to view San Francisco from Vista Point. Then it's through the coastal mountains to the Bay Area's most popular national monument – Muir Woods. This national monument is the site of a virgin forest of California Coast Redwood trees, among the oldest and tallest on earth. There is a 1 hour and 15 minute stop at Muir Woods where you can roam through an ancient forest of giant redwood trees and stroll the waterfront of the quaint Mediterranean-style village of Sausalito, considered the prettiest city in California. Time is allowed for browsing, shopping and photo-taking in the picturesque artist colony nestled on the northern shores of San Francisco Bay.

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Capture the essence of California’s magnificent evening sky from aboard Red and White Fleet’s California Sunset Cruise. Sail along San Francisco Bay’s astonishing waterfront with its many modern skyscrapers and historic landmarks, while enjoying drinks and a variety of North Beach-style delicatessen. Along the way, you’ll view Coit Tower, the Transamerica Pyramid and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. As the sun begins to set over the Marin Headlands, you’ll cruise past Alcatraz and Angel Island. The boat also steers along the breath-taking shorelines of Tiburon, Belvedere, and Sausalito. Watch the sun setting over the Pacific Ocean, as you sail west towards the Golden Gate Bridge. On the return to Fisherman’s Wharf, you will see many more famous sights, including the Presidio, the Marina District and Fort Mason.

This 2-hour cruise provides impressive views in a relaxed atmosphere. Snack on traditional cold cuts and delicatessen from San Francisco’s North Beach neighborhood and receive 1 complimentary drink ticket (beer, wine or soda) with the price of your California Sunset Cruise. This is an outstanding opportunity for corporate team building events, family outings, and general sightseeing.

Seasonal
April 3 to May 20 and September to October 19 Thursdays to Saturday
May 21 to September 1 Wednesday to Sunday

San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise

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See San Francisco from the land and the water on a unique duck tour! Traveling in an original WWII amphibious landing craft, this 90-minute tour takes you on a wacky fun-filled journey through Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, North Beach, South Beach, Union Square, Soma and China Basin.

Just when you thought the best was over, your Captain will drive you from dry land right into the San Francisco Bay for a cruise into Alameda County.

Get your camera ready to catch a spectacular view of the city skyline and Bay Bridge from the water!

San Francisco Duck Tour

Enjoy the beauty of everyone's favorite city, starting with a drive along the waterfront. With superb vistas of Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Bay, the tour features the major attractions of San Francisco and you will see:

Take advantage of some great photo opportunities at key landmarks including:

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Experience San Francisco's urban beauty on a catamaran cruise on San Francisco Bay. Sail away from the urban feel of the city and experience all of San Francisco's excitement from a vantage point on the sea.

Both the Adventure Cat 55' and 65' catamarans are complete with a 360-degree, protected viewing area for those who want to enjoy the view but not the breezes. For the more adventurous, the canvas trampoline nets where you can experience the Bay up close and personally take in the sights in the invigorating open sea air.

On this unforgettable cruise on the San Francisco Bay, you will:

• Sail by the historic Alcatraz Island and Sausalito

• Sail under the awe-inspiring Golden Gate Bridge

• Cruise along the spectacular San Francisco city skyline

• Experience a colony of grunting sea lions

Come and join this cruise for a nautical adventure with breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay! With experienced captains they will make sure your sail is pleasant, informative, and fun for the whole family!

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Welcome to the Hornblower Experience, where the celebration begins the moment you step aboard. Start with cocktails on deck, then relax as a gracious crew transports you to a world of ease and luxury.

Watch the sun go down before enjoying a romantic four-course dinner prepared fresh by on board chefs. Then dance to live music or watch the sights drift by from the outdoor decks. Pass by the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Angel Island, the city of Tiburon and Sausalito, the Bay Bridge and along the piers to see the city Skyline.

San Francisco Dinner Dance Cruise

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Come and enjoy San Francisco from its most famous harbor!

Take in the sights, listen to relaxing music, linger in the sun and visit the Captain.

This lavish brunch buffet features a savory selection of all your favorites and includes complimentary champagne.

A trip not to be missed!

San Francisco Champagne Brunch Cruise

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San Francisco Bay Catamaran Daytime Sails and Sunset Cruises - Bay Cruises. Come share the the adventure of a 1 ½ hour sail on beautiful San Francisco Bay. Sail by Alcatraz Island, under the Golden Gate Bridge and look for sea lions, then cruise down the city skyline.