Sail across San Francisco Bay at twilight to admire the skyline as it begins to light up for the night, and enjoy a perspective on the skyline that few other visitors get to see. With an experienced captain at the helm, you’ll glide past Alcatraz Island and cruise underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. As you go, you can also enjoy one complimentary beverage to accompany your sightseeing, or purchase additional drinks from the on-board bar.

See Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the city's skyline
Admire beautiful sunset views
Enjoy one complimentary drink on board as you go
Bring your camera along to capture the experience

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This is one of the few sunset bay tours—from Alcatraz to the Golden Gate—that sails on a catamaran.

What's Included

1.5-hour sunset cruise
1 complimentary drink (beer, wine or non-alcoholic drink)

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink (sealed beverages - non-alcoholic, beer, wine will be available for purchase onboard)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Adventure Cat Sailing Charters
Pier 39, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Departure Point: Pier 39, Gate J, San Francisco 94133 Directions: Stand on the sidewalk facing the water. Enter main P39 entrance, then out left between shops to the water (towards GG Bridge). Gate J is located right next to the sea lion viewing area (ask someone where are sea lions are if lost).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Enjoy a San Francisco catamaran tour during the peaceful evening hours on this sunset cruise, when the City by the Bay will dazzle you with its famous views and sights.

Board your 55- or 65-foot (17- or 20-meter) Adventure Cat on the Embarcadero, and take off across the water. Look for sea lions and other marine life as you head out into the bay, and settle yourself either inside the protected area with 360-degree views or on the canvas trampoline where you can truly experience the wind and salty air of the Pacific (bring layers!).

Take in the beauty as your captain takes you past the historical island prison of Alcatraz and on to the Golden Gate Bridge, and enjoy a drink on board. Look up at the towering bridge as you sail underneath it, and admire the waterfront hamlet of Sausalito, just on the north side.

Your cruise ends when you return to the marina, from where you can continue your night out in San Francisco on your own.

Pier 39

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Francisco Bay

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Golden Gate Bridge (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
We can accept manual wheelchairs only, as there are 3-4 stairs to board the boat. Also, restrooms are not ADA accessible.
Please bring a jacket and wear soft-soled shoes
Wheelchair accessible
Audio guides are available in English, Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish. Please bring headphones if you plan on using the audio guide.
Stroller accessible

Service animals allowed
No outside beverages may be brought on board
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 76 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Sam_J

Probably one of our favorite experiences. The views were great and the sailing fun. The boat wasn’t too big or crowded. The crew had great personalities. They kept to the schedule. Highly recommend this one.

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Excellent solo adventure!

natalie_d, Apr 2024

Amazing experience, especially when traveling solo. Great crew on board and cool wine offerings! Would 10000% do it again and bring all of my friends. Thanks y’all!

A beautiful experience!

Liliana_B, Apr 2024

My family was visiting from South America. My cousins had never been to San Francisco and on their last day we did this amazing tour. Staff was more than welcoming and made the experience one that I will never forget. Specially because my family is so important to me and this made them feel special and happy. Thank you guys!

Awesome trip, awesome operator

William_T, Dec 2023

It was great experience with a right-operator. Was having issue with my schedule trip and operator was very helpful and yet during the trip, he is very chatty and friendly on the boat. Was a pleasant cruise trip, an on-time tour with beautiful scenery and sunset. They offer u with drinks and chocolate to enjoy the sunset with your loved ones. Also, engaged with the guests. Completely recommended!

Sunset Bay

Gabrielle_S, Nov 2023

It was very relaxing and fun. The crew was very friendly and provided snacks and beverages for a small price but the first was on the house. An experience I'll never forget.

Beautiful sunset views

Rachel_F, Nov 2023

This was a wonderful cruise experience with a fantastic crew. The sunset views were sensational, and the crew were very interactive with passengers. Highly recommend.

Sunset Catamaran tour

Jacqueline_A, Oct 2023

Perfect evening as sea calm and skies clear. Staff were attentive and took lots of photos for us. Cool breeze so the jackets they had available to borrow were a life saver!

Highly Recommend!

Steve_M, Oct 2023

Adventure Cat Cruises are excellent! Even on a day with bad weather, we had a great time, enjoyed the sights, and appreciated the hard working crew!

SF Bay Catamaran Cruise

Neil_T, Oct 2023

It was a great and well organized trip, the boat was great, the bar, the staff and the trip itself.... except the weather which let everything down as it was foggy and we only glimpsed the Golden Gate ....just that glimpse was excellent, but the whole trip could have been so much better, can't blame the weather on the Bay Sunset Cruise though !!!

Wonderful sail!

Alex_A, Oct 2023

such a gorgeous day to sail, and the crew was fantastic! super easy to book. only had a little bit of confusion finding out which dock they were departing from, but the check in process was quick & easy. would recommend to anyone wanting to experience a sail in the bay!

A wonderful memory

Randy_S, Oct 2023

The boat crew was awesome! The views around the bay are better than advertised. The boat facilities were adequate. This tour exceeded my expectations

Amazing

carla_l, Oct 2023

the view was incredible. We went on the sunset cruise. The boat captain and crew were delightful and knowledgeable.

Great Trip!

PenelepyS_S, Oct 2023

Very friendly crew, fun trip, beautiful sunset! Went on Oct 20th- very cold- wore hat, gloves and jacket and it was cold. Bundle up! It’s worth it!

Good vibes

Brydget_L, Oct 2023

It was an immersive experience. Loved it. The crew was friendly and knowledgeable and held good conversations.

Amazing bay cruise

Chong_C, Oct 2023

Great views. But was foggy at the start. Crew was professional. Remember it is cold on the water , but they do provide extra jackets if needed.

Disappointing

Florie_M, Oct 2023

There was no sunset It was not a 2 hour tour My sister was 5 minutes behind and they left without her It was a big disappointment Lots of nice people but not worth the money spent

Nice evening

Ashley_M, Oct 2023

Nice evening on the bay. Jackets for use of chilly. Nice complimentary wine. Friendly staff and knowledgeable about the area!

Beautiful sunset and...

Sonya_B, Oct 2023

Beautiful sunset and helpful staff made for a wonderful cruise in the bay. Weather was perfect and sunset was beautiful.

everything we could have wanted

Peter_G, Oct 2023

The sunset cruise was everything we could have wanted! Very courteous crew, great sailing experience & can't beat the views! Highly recommend!

Great Views

Jeanne_S, Sep 2023

Sunset was beautiful as it descended under the bridge, the crew and captain were awesome hosts, great beverage selections. Highly recommend this cruise.

My Bucket List

Monique_H, Sep 2023

Meeting new people from different walks of life, celebrating 2 birthdays aboard, crossing under the San Francisco Bridge, and enjoying the beautiful scenery was everything hoped for minus the frigid winds. The captain & staff crew were very sociable. I plan to return next year during warmer climates.

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