San Francisco City Lights Cruise of Bay and Landmarks (2-Hour)
by Red and White Fleet
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$116Overview
This 2-hour boat cruise departs from Pier 43 1/2 and travels around San Francisco Bay as night falls. Passengers sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and continue through the bay while viewing city landmarks lit against the dark sky. Along the route, the boat passes the Marina District, Fort Mason Center, Coit Tower, Salesforce Tower, and sails beneath the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, where the Bay Light art installation can be seen. The cruise also offers views of Yerba Buena Island and Treasure Island before returning to Fisherman's Wharf. The cruise includes "straight to the gate" boarding access and access to clean restrooms onboard. A full bar serves drinks and snacks for purchase during the trip. There is no live narration, but prerecorded music plays throughout the vessel. Passengers are advised to arrive 15 minutes before departure and to dress warmly for the evening conditions.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
San Francisco Cruises
The cruise begins and ends at Pier 43 1/2, providing convenient boarding and disembarkation.
5 min
Golden Gate Bridge
The boat sails directly under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets, offering close views of this landmark.
San Francisco Bay
The cruise covers about 1.5 hours of travel around San Francisco Bay, showcasing various bayside views.
Marina District
The route passes the Marina District on the way back to Fisherman's Wharf.
Fort Mason Center
Fort Mason Center is visible from the bay during the return portion of the cruise.
Coit Tower
Coit Tower can be seen from the boat while it travels around the bay.
Salesforce Tower
The cruise provides views of Salesforce Tower from the water.
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge
The boat sails past the Bay Bridge, allowing passengers to see the Bay Light art installation on the bridge throughout the evening.
Yerba Buena Island
Views of Yerba Buena Island are available from the boat during the cruise.
Treasure Island
The cruise also passes by Treasure Island, visible from the bay.
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 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 20-30 minutes prior to departure.
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
San Francisco City Lights Cruise of Bay and Landmarks (2-Hour)
by Red and White Fleet
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$116Overview
This 2-hour boat cruise departs from Pier 43 1/2 and travels around San Francisco Bay as night falls. Passengers sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and continue through the bay while viewing city landmarks lit against the dark sky. Along the route, the boat passes the Marina District, Fort Mason Center, Coit Tower, Salesforce Tower, and sails beneath the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, where the Bay Light art installation can be seen. The cruise also offers views of Yerba Buena Island and Treasure Island before returning to Fisherman's Wharf. The cruise includes "straight to the gate" boarding access and access to clean restrooms onboard. A full bar serves drinks and snacks for purchase during the trip. There is no live narration, but prerecorded music plays throughout the vessel. Passengers are advised to arrive 15 minutes before departure and to dress warmly for the evening conditions.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
San Francisco Cruises
The cruise begins and ends at Pier 43 1/2, providing convenient boarding and disembarkation.
5 min
Golden Gate Bridge
The boat sails directly under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets, offering close views of this landmark.
San Francisco Bay
The cruise covers about 1.5 hours of travel around San Francisco Bay, showcasing various bayside views.
Marina District
The route passes the Marina District on the way back to Fisherman's Wharf.
Fort Mason Center
Fort Mason Center is visible from the bay during the return portion of the cruise.
Coit Tower
Coit Tower can be seen from the boat while it travels around the bay.
Salesforce Tower
The cruise provides views of Salesforce Tower from the water.
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge
The boat sails past the Bay Bridge, allowing passengers to see the Bay Light art installation on the bridge throughout the evening.
Yerba Buena Island
Views of Yerba Buena Island are available from the boat during the cruise.
Treasure Island
The cruise also passes by Treasure Island, visible from the bay.
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 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 20-30 minutes prior to departure.
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.