San Francisco City Lights Cruise
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The San Francisco City Lights Cruise is only available Thursday - Sunday. As an alternative, we have a Daytime Sightseeing Cruise available.
Your experience
Stop 1
Begin and end your journey at Pier 43 1/2.
Stop 2
Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge as the sun sets.
Stop 3
Explore the San Francisco Bay during this 1.5 hour bay cruise.
Stop 4
Sail passed the Marina district on your journey back to Fisherman's Wharf.
Stop 5
See Fort Mason from the bay and your journey back to FIsherman's Wharf.
Stop 6
See Coit Tower from the Bay!
Stop 7
See the Salesforce Tower form the Bay.
Stop 8
Sail passed the Bay Bridge and enjoy the Bay Bridge's iconic the Bay Light art installation throughout the evening.
Stop 9
See views of Yerba Buena Island from the Bay!
Stop 10
See Treasure Island from the Bay!
What’s included
- Make sure to check the schedule. The 2-hour City Lights Cruise operates Thursday - Sunday.
- "Straight to the gate" access
- 2- hour sunset cruise (summer months) or city lights cruise (winter months) of San Francisco Bay
- Restrooms: Access to clean and convenient restrooms during your cruise.
Not included
- Gratuities
- Full bar is available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.
Meeting and pickup
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.
Before you go
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Check the policy for your selected date and option before booking.
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