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Straight to the Gate Access: Golden Gate Bay Cruise
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Explore one of California's most iconic settings from the beauty of San Francisco Bay. This narrated Golden Gate Bay cruise journeys alongside Alcatraz and Angel Island State Park, past the shores of Sausalito and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. You can choose to view the sights from inside your boat or out on deck.
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$38.00
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$38.00
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Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
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Explore San Francisco and Alcatraz on this 2-in-1 tour. Hop aboard a ferry for a scenic ride to Alcatraz and enjoy the award-winning audio walking tour. Plus, enjoy a coach tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the City by the Bay through visits to top attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, the Presidio, and the Palace of Fine Arts.
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$120.00
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$120.00
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2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay
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Come aboard the Privateer for a beautiful sailing journey along the San Francisco Bay where you can enjoy sightseeing at the most beautiful time of day—sunset. Coast along as you spot out Alcatraz, the Sausalito shoreline, and the Golden Gate bridge, all with a drink of choice in your hand.
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$129.00
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$129.00

1.5-hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour
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Take a relaxing afternoon sailing cruise aboard a traditional sailboat on the San Francisco Bay. Cruise past landmarks such as Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, the Sausalito waterfront, and Golden Gate Bridge, and see the San Francisco skyline on your way back to Pier 39. Includes two drinks, and personalized attention from the crew and captain.
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$99.00
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$99.00
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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise
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On this San Francisco bridge cruise, get an up-close look at the city’s two engineering marvels—the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge—as you travel across San Francisco Bay. See major city sights like Alcatraz, Coit Tower, and the Ferry Building, and listen to recorded commentary about the city's legendary architecture while you glide under both bridges.
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$48.00
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$48.00
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San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise
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Admire San Francisco and its surrounding sights from the water on a San Francisco Bay sailing cruise. Onboard a catamaran, sail past the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, legendary Alcatraz Island, and the hamlet of Sausalito. Take advantage of great photo ops while you soak up the sea breeze during this scenic tour.
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$72.00
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$72.00
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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour plus Bay Cruise
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Visit charming Sausalito, cruise across San Francisco Bay and stare up in wonder at the redwood trees of Muir Woods on this combo tour from San Francisco—the perfect day out in the Bay Area. Experience the Golden Gate Bridge from both above and below as you drive across it and glide under it, and learn about some of California’s oldest and tallest natural wonders, the coastal redwoods. In Sausalito, you can stroll along the waterfront or shop in the galleries and boutiques.
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$99.00
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$99.00
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Golden Gate Bridge Sailing Tour
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Go sailing on the San Francisco Bay on a spectacular sailboat cruise from Pier 39 at Fisherman's Wharf. Head to the Golden Gate Bridge for sweeping views of the Marin Headlands, Tiburon and Sausalito, then glide across the bay, passing Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, The Presidio, Crissy Field, Ghirardelli Square, and the Bay Bridge. You can enjoy two complimentary glasses of sparkling wine, beer or soda, and ask your captain and crew any questions you may have along the way.
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$129.00
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$129.00

Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bay Cruise
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Enjoy a relaxing outing on San Francisco Bay with a cruise. Take in panoramic views of the city skyline, marvel at Alcatraz Island, and journey beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Choose to sit indoors or savor cool bay breezes from an outdoor deck and experience San Francisco in a whole new way from the water. You can even learn about the sights that you're seeing from a free audio tour—available on any personal wifi-enabled device. This ticket allows you to skip the box office line and go straight to the gate.
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$34.00
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$34.00
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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Escape from the Rock Cruise
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Learn stories behind the Bay Area's most notorious former federal penitentiary on a fascinating 'Escape from the Rock' cruise. Board a boat for a journey through the bay while listening to audio recordings (available in several languages) from ex-prisoners and guards about daily life on 'The Rock.' Learn about the Birdman of Alcatraz and the infamous 1962 'Alcatraz Escape,' and come to know why Alcatraz instilled fear into the hearts of even the worst-of-the-worst criminals. Tours are accessible on any of your own wifi-enabled iPads, smartphones or other devices. This ticket allows you to skip the box office line and go straight to the gate.
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$42.00
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$42.00
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Mix & Save: Muir Woods and Sausalito + Escape From the Rock Cruise
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Combine some of the San Francisco area's top sights—Alcatraz, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—in a single day tour. Traveling in a luxury bus, you'll be able to focus on the sights while someone else drives and provides insightful commentary. Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito independently, then hop a boat for a cruise around Alcatraz Island in the San Francisco Bay.
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$105.00
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$105.00
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Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Escape from the Rock Cruise
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Get acquainted with the City by the Bay during this 3.5-hour San Francisco tour, including a 1.5-hour cruise around Alcatraz Island. First make your way through the city’s most popular neighborhoods, and see main attractions, such as Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge. Then, hit the water on a cruise around Alcatraz Island, and learn about the history and the former inmates of the notorious penitentiary.
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$91.00
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$91.00
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Golden Gate Bay Cruise + Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour
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Discover top sights along San Francisco's iconic waterfront during this time-saver guided tour. Learn about the evolution of the picturesque waterfront city, from the gold rush frenzy to the advent of the cable-car. Highlights include the sea lions on Pier 39, stunning views overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, and a stop at the historic Old Del Monte Fruit Cannery. Upgrade to include a sightseeing cruise along the water.
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$65.00
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Panoramic Bay Cruise Sail with Half Day Wine Country Experience
Highlights:
- Panoramic view of the San Francisco skyline, sail around Alcatraz Island and underneath the Golden Gate Bridge on this 1 hour bay cruise sail.
- Get out of San Francisco and enjoy a half day excursion to Wine Country!
- Enjoy tastings at 2 wineries (All wine tastings fees included).
- Exclusive winery cave tours included!
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$137.00
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$137.00
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90 minute Daytime Tour aboard Wine Therapy
Join us for the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay aboard the classic yacht, Wine Therapy! The tour begins at PIER 39 and takes us towards the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, San Francisco city front, and past many other famous landmarks and attractions. You’ll experience San Francisco from unique vantage points, while having the opportunity to take iconic photos of the world-famous skyline and wildlife along the route. Enjoy personalized treatment interacting with the Captain and Crew. We have an indoor heated cabin with large windows for amazing views. A 360 degree walkway around the boat is perfect for taking photos. Beverages are available for purchase during your tour. We have the largest local wine selection of any boat on the bay!
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$70.00
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$70.00
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San Francisco Social Sunday Cruise
Take to the Pacific Ocean and enjoy some of the best views of coastal San Francisco with this Sunday evening social cruise. Enjoy the scenery and get your groove on to chart topping tunes spun by a local DJ, with a cash bar available onboard if you want to pick up the pace and prepare for a big night.
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$35.00
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$35.00
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San Francisco Bay Lunch Cruise
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Sail around the San Francisco Bay and view the city’s iconic sights while enjoying a buffet lunch on this yacht cruise from downtown. Only from the water can you see the city’s skyline and pass right under the Golden Gate Bridge. Load up on both meat and vegetarian entrees, salads, and sweets during your scenic cruise.
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$93.88
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$93.88
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- San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
- USS Pampanito
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Yerba Buena Gardens
- Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
- Baker Beach
- Vesuvio Cafe
- Marina District
- Golden Gate National Recreation Area
- Aquarium of the Bay
- Lands End
- Madame Tussauds San Francisco
- Pacific Heights
- The Castro
- Nob Hill
- Seward Street Slides
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Russian Hill
- Sea Cliff
- Hyde Street Pier
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Day Trips from San Francisco
- San Francisco to Yosemite National Park
- San Francisco to Muir Woods
- San Francisco to Alcatraz
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- San Francisco to Fisherman's Wharf
- San Francisco to Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco to Union Square
- San Francisco to Castello di Amorosa
- San Francisco to Pebble Beach
- San Francisco to 17-Mile Drive
- San Francisco to Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf
- San Francisco to El Capitan
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- San Francisco to Yosemite Falls
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