San Francisco Cruise: City Lights Adventure

Experience the ultimate sunset cruise in San Francisco Bay. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city while relaxing on a 1.5-hour casual cruise. No audio narration, just soothing music.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Red and White Fleet - Begin and end your journey at Pier 43 1/2.
  • Golden Gate Bridge - Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets.
  • San Francisco Bay - Explore the San Francisco Bay during this 1.5 hour bay cruise.
  • Marina District - Sail passed the Marina district on your journey back to Fisherman’s Wharf.
  • **Fort Mason…
What's Included
  • 2-hour sunset cruise (summer) or city lights cruise (winter) of San Francisco Bay
  • “Straight to the gate” access
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Full bar is available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.
Additional Information

Discover the enchantment of San Francisco at night with the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, an ideal winter evening getaway. As dusk falls, the city awakens, and this 2-hour cruise provides an unparalleled view of the Bay’s famous landmarks, all beautifully lit against the night sky.
Glide beneath the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge, past Alcatraz…

Location
Red and White Fleet
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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 departure.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Silviya_j
Sep 27, 2024
Your in SF then this is should be on your list! - It was a great ride! The view from under the bridge is an unforgettable experience! Dress warm because the wind will keep you inside if your not dressed properly!
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Janet_k
Sep 27, 2024
Highly recommend - This sunset cruise was very nice despite being cloudy so sunset wasn't vibrant. The boat we took was spotless and well kept. Bathrooms were cleaner than any other excursion trip we have ever taken. Kudos to the Red and White crew. Only thing we would recommend would be a bit more commentary on what we are passing and seeing as first time visitors to San Francisco. Other than that, a wonderful experience. Highly recommend.
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Christina_b
Sep 25, 2024
Will definitely go again - It was so relaxing to be out there ..bought tickets to celebrate my boyfriends 6 years clean off drugs.
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Olga_a
Sep 24, 2024
Sunset tour - The tour was great. The views are fantastic, the music was great! All our family really enjoyed the night.
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Toni_r
Sep 22, 2024
Such a wonderful... - Such a wonderful experience. They say come 15 min early but you should go about 45 min early to sit on top we got there 15 before and the line was so long already. Bring a beanie and 2 sweaters and you'll be comfortable. Others that got in line early and ran to top didn't have those and came inside cause they were cold 😂 so we went up and had a blast they sell Beer 🍺
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Jaime_a
Sep 20, 2024
Great experience! - Beautiful experience. Had a great time for a friend’s BDay with a small group. Best views of the Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. Recommend the sunset ride.
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Mdlavey
Sep 16, 2024
Worth it! - Great tour! You have to stand outside and keep a sharp eye out but we saw dolphins, sea lions, pelicans, cormorants, gulls, and many other sea birds. The operators spent plenty of time in the photo op locations and had short and sweet informational blurbs about the high points. Great views of Alcatraz Island, Sausalito, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Listen to me when I tell you it is WINDY!!! Bring appropriate layers.
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Joanne_a
Sep 23, 2024
Great time had - Great way to see the Golden Gate Bridge Alcatraz and San Fran coast line Would defo recommend Great value for money
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John_s
Sep 22, 2024
Great trip, slow food and beverage service - Great trip, get great pics, romantic. Boat is very clean and organized, only downfall is understaffed bar, constant 25 minute line with only 2 servers. Cool trip otherwise.
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Maureen_m
Sep 23, 2024
Dark and windy tour! - Staff and boat were great, length of tour suitable, but due to fog it got dark within 45 minutes of the two hour tour. It’s okay to see the lights of the shoreline buildings and houses but I would recommend a daytime tour for better views. Also very windy and quite brisk.
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From $58
up to 14 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).