Blue and Gold Fleet Cruises

What to bring

• If your ticket is booked under a specific name or purchased at a discounted senior, student, or child rate, carry a valid photo ID for verification.
• Weather along the waterfront can be unpredictable, so pack essentials to stay comfortable in changing conditions.

What's not allowed

• Alcohol, sharp metal objects, and drone-related equipment are not permitted on this tour.
• Flash photography is not allowed inside the venue.

Accessibility

• The experience is fully accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
• You’ll find ramps and elevators on-site for convenient movement.
• If you need special assistance due to a disability, contact the tour provider in advance—they’ll do their best to accommodate you.
• Service animals, including guide dogs, are welcome.

Additional information

• Departures take place from either Pier 41 or Pier 43 1/2 at Fisherman’s Wharf, right behind the famous Crab sign. Check your ticket for the final details.
• A counter selling drinks, snacks, and souvenirs is available—payment by cash or card.
• Enjoy a complimentary audio guide in 10 languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese, and Taiwanese. To access it, bring a device with Wi-Fi capability and your headphones.

Inclusions #

• 60-minute Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• Sightseeing cruise with audio narration

• Audio narration in 10 languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese, and Taiwanese

Exclusions #

• Food and beverages

• Parking

• Access to Alcatraz Island

Explore Alcatraz Island & then glide along to see San Francisco's best on your Bay cruise.

• Everything you get at Alcatraz Island: Your visit to Alcatraz includes round-trip ferry transfers from Pier 33, as well as the award-winning audio guide that brings the prison’s stories to life.
• Everything you get on the Golden Gate Bay Cruise: You’ll depart from Pier 41 or Pier 43 ½, and sail past Angel Island and Sausalito before gliding under the Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy sweeping views of San Francisco and circle Alcatraz for a striking water perspective.
• Why choose this combo: Make the most of your Bay visit by experiencing two famous attractions from the water. This tour also allows you to explore Alcatraz Island from all angles.

Inclusions #

Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride

• Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island

• Admission to Alcatraz ($45)

• Downloadable audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• 1-hour sightseeing cruise on San Francisco Bay

• Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge

• Views of Alcatraz, Angel Island, Bay Bridge, and Sausalito

Exclusions #

Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride

• Live guide

• Food and beverages

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• Food and beverages

• Parking

• Stop at Alcatraz Island

What to bring

Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride

• It’s a good idea to carry a bottle of water with you.

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• Don’t forget to bring a valid photo ID.
• The Bay can be sunny one moment and windy the next, so pack a light jacket or a small weather-ready kit to stay comfortable.

What’s not allowed

Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride

• Leave the big bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks at home.
• Outside food and drinks aren’t permitted either.
• Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited.
• Skateboards or wheelie shoes can’t be used on the island.
• Feeding the local wildlife is not allowed.

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• For safety reasons, alcohol, sharp metallic tools, and drone weapons are not permitted on board.
• Flash photography is also prohibited so everyone can enjoy the sights without distractions.

Accessibility

Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride

• Both the ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible, making the experience easier for all visitors.

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• The cruise boats are designed to be wheelchair and stroller-friendly, with ramps and elevators available for easy access.
• If you need special accommodations, you can always reach out to the tour operator ahead of time.
• Guide dogs are welcome on board too.

Additional information

Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride

• You don’t have to rush your visit. Once you arrive on the island, you can stay as long as you’d like before catching a return ferry.
• Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. The San Francisco weather can be unpredictable, and you’ll be walking quite a bit.

Golden Gate Bay Cruise

• Your cruise departs from either Pier 41 or Pier 43 ½ at Fisherman’s Wharf, right behind the famous Crab sign.
• On board, you’ll find a full snack counter with food, drinks, and souvenirs for purchase (both cash and cards are accepted).
• A free audio guide is also available in 9 languages, so bring your headphones and a Wi-Fi-enabled device to tune in as you sail.

Relax on a 90-minute sunset cruise along San Francisco Bay as you take in the city views at dusk.

Starting point: Pier 39, San Francisco

• Everything you get: Embark on a 90-minute cruise across San Francisco Bay timed for sunset. Watch the city and water shift from daylight to twilight as you sail the bay while the sky changes color. Enjoy unhurried open-air time on the water with plenty of photo moments.
• Sights covered: Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, Sausalito, Tiburon, California sea lions at Pier 39
• Why choose this: Fit a scenic bay outing into your evening with relaxing music onboard, ideal for photographers, those looking for a more intimate sightseeing experience, and a romantic outing.

Inclusions #

• 90-minute sunset cruise

• Sightseeing cruise on San Francisco Bay

• Music onboard

• Access to indoor and outdoor decks

Exclusions #

• Parking

• Food and beverages

• Transportation to/from Pier 39, San Francisco

Additional information

• Your San Francisco Bay sunset cruise lasts approximately 90 minutes.
• Boarding starts at around 7pm.
• Children aged 4 and under can join the cruise at no cost.

Sail around Alcatraz Island, listening to chilling audio tales of attempted escapes. No landing, only legends from the Bay.

Starting point: Pier 39

• Everything you get: A 90-minute boat cruise featuring close-up views of Alcatraz from every angle, with a route that also passes under the Golden Gate Bridge and by Angel Island. Real stories of escape attempts and prison life are shared through a free multilingual audio guide available on your Wi-Fi-enabled device.
• Sights covered: Golden Gate Bridge, past Angel Island State Park, The Rock, and Alcatraz Island.
• Why choose this: Most tours take you past the island or drop you off—but this one circles it entirely, offering a rare, full-perimeter view as you hear dramatic escape stories and prison lore as you cruise the Bay.

Inclusions #

• 90-min sightseeing cruise around Alcatraz Island

• San Francisco Bay views

• Alcatraz Island views

• Audio guide in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German & Taiwanese

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-offs

• Live guide

• Food and drinks (available for purchase)

• Stop at Alcatraz Island

What to bring

• Carry a fully-charged Wi-Fi-enabled device and your earphones to listen to the audio tour.

Accessibility

• The cruise is wheelchair accessible, except for the upper viewing decks.

Additional information

• Entry to Alcatraz is not included (it doesn't stop at the island).
• The cruise may get interrupted due to bad weather conditions. Check at the ticket office on the scheduled day.
• Pets, including service animals, are welcome onboard. They are wholly the owner’s responsibility.
• Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard.

A high-speed 30-minute sightseeing blast with San Francisco skyline views that fits easily into any busy day.

Starting point: PIER 39, San Francisco

• Everything you get: Board at PIER 39 for a 30-minute speedboat ride on the San Francisco Bay on either the Gold Rush or Blue Rocket. Feel the spray as you zoom past the waterfront skyline, take in views of the San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge, and cruise by the PIER 39 sea lions.
• Sights covered: San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge, San Francisco waterfront skyline, PIER 39 sea lions
• Why choose this: Enjoy an energetic break on the water that fits easily between other plans instead of committing to a long, sit-down cruise.

Inclusions #

• 30-minute speedboat ride on San Francisco Bay

• Ride on Gold Rush or Blue Rocket speedboat

• Views of San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

• Views of San Francisco waterfront skyline

• Pass by PIER 39 sea lions

Exclusions #

• Transportation to/from PIER 39

• Food and beverages

• Gratuities

Additional information

• Youth tickets are valid for guests aged 17 years and under.
• All riders must meet the minimum height requirement of 48 inches.
• The cruise operates seasonally from April through October, between noon and 7 PM.
• All rides depart from PIER 39 in San Francisco.
• The rocket boat departs every 30 minutes from PIER 39.
• Each 30-minute ride can accommodate up to 49 passengers.