California Sunset Cruise: San Francisco by Night

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 after dark with our California Sunset Cruise, an ideal evening getaway. As the sun sets, the city awakens, and this 2-hour cruise provides a prime view of the Bay’s iconic landmarks, all beautifully lit against the night sky.
Sail beneath the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge, glide past Alcatraz Island, and admire…

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.

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Robertl_b
Sep 27, 2025
Sunset Cruise - A wonderful trip lots to see and under and back again at sunset. A great commentary and views of Sausalito and surrounding Bay Area as well as passing Alcatraz.
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Adriana_w
Sep 26, 2025
Great experience! - We took the latest cruise and it was the perfect time to go. The sunset views were breathtaking! Would definitely recommend it
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Dd_d
Sep 26, 2025
Great Experience - This experience was amazing! The audio tour guide was excellent, and provided so much good information. The price was well worth it, and I highly recommend this as a relaxing and rewarding way to see the Golden Gate Bridge and the bay sites.
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T9366oytarad
Sep 25, 2025
Beautiful sunset cruise - 80s vibes - Totally worth it. It’s 2 hours, the crew was cool. The music was nice. The breeze and the sunset and the lights . The boat was full but there are plenty of seats with people moving around during the 2 hours
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Trudy_g
Sep 25, 2025
Wear a jacket!! But it... - Wear a jacket!! But it was awesome! Seeing the Golden Gate Bridge up close and sailing under it was cool! Learning about the history and area was great!
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Heather_m
Sep 23, 2025
Sunset cruise 2025 - The experience on the Red, White Fleet was AMAZING! The sunset cruise was perfect for views of the city, small towns near by and of course the Golden Gate Bridge! The tide was overall smooth for being in the water. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of it. Recommend to wear a hoodie and jacket if you want to sit outside the boat. They do offer drinks on board and there are restrooms available while out to sea! Fantastic cruise!
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Dakortney1
Sep 22, 2025
A night to remember ✨ - The night was one to remember! From the vibes to the views. Incredible!!! Best way to view the sunset and the Golden Gate Bridge, will be back.
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Elizabeth_c
Sep 22, 2025
Excited in San Francisco - This was a very relaxing breathtaking experience. The Mexican singer was wonderful!! The bartenders were very friendly and funny. Staff was very helpful in getting a wheelchair for my sister!
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Sally_w
Sep 26, 2025
A grand evening out - Wonderful, well-organized. The views were spectacular and the boat was nice. The barnan was having a hard time keeping up, maybe get him some help! 😂
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Kathleen_m
Sep 26, 2025
Beautiful sunset - It started at 6:30, sun set at 7:00. The first 45 minutes it was beautiful. After that it was too dark to see or appreciate anything. Should have gone out a bit earlier. Nothing wrong with the boat or the staff at all
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From $58
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).