San Francisco: San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

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  • 120 minute
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Enjoy spectacular views in a casual and fun atmosphere. Sail past Alcatraz, around Angel Island, along Tiburon and Sausalito, and under the Golden Gate Bridge.
◆ Telegraph Hill ◆ Golden Gate National Recreation Area ◆ Transamerica Pyramid ◆ San Francisco Bay Area, California ◆ North America ◆ Marina District ◆ Coit Tower ◆ Presidio of San Francisco ◆ Saints Peter and Paul Church ◆ Southwestern USA ◆ San Francisco Bay ◆ San Francisco ◆ Golden Gate Bridge ◆ Angel Island State Park ◆ San Francisco County, California ◆ West Coast of the United States ◆ Tiburon, California ◆ United States ◆ San Francisco Bay Bridge ◆ Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture ◆ Sausalito ◆ Presidio San Francisco ◆ Fort Mason, San Francisco ◆ Civic Center, San Francisco ◆ North Beach, San Francisco ◆ Tiburon Peninsula, California ◆ Marin County, California ◆ Alcatraz ◆ Fisherman's Wharf ◆ California ◆ Financial District ◆

Description

San Francisco: San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

Our 2-hour San Francisco City Lights Cruise (known as the California Sunset Cruise during summer) is one of our most-loved experiences — and it’s easy to see why. As we glide past Alcatraz, Angel Island, and the Marin Headlands, you’ll watch the sky fade into deep blues and golds before we make our way beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. On the return, the city skyline sparkles to life — a picture-perfect view of San Francisco after dark. Dress warmly and make yourself at home on our outer decks for the best views. The City Lights Cruise is all about laid-back vibes, so whether you’re in jeans or dressed up for the evening, you’ll fit right in. Our full cash bar offers a great selection of beer, wine, and cocktails, along with light bites available for purchase. Want to bring your own food? Go for it — pick up your favorite meal from one of the many nearby restaurants at Fisherman’s Wharf and enjoy dinner with a view. Please note: This cruise is not narrated, it features pre-recorded music. If you prefer a cruise with narration, we suggest either our Golden Gate Bay Cruise or our San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise.


What's included

  • Cruise

Exclusions

  • Food and drink
  • Tips

Highlights

  • Take a romantic San Francisco City Lights Cruise on beautiful San Francisco Bay
  • See famous landmarks such as Coit Tower and the Transamerica Pyramid
  • Experience the best way to see the lights of the San Francisco Skyline at night

Additional Information

  • Indoor and outdoor seating is available on this cruise.
  • Kindly note that seating for this cruise is 'open style', at times, please expect to sit next to unfamiliar faces.
  • As the weather in San Francisco can vary dramatically, it is best to dress in layers.
  • Please note during the winter months this cruise departs after the sun has set and it is a City Lights Cruise.

Reviews

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