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Golden Gate Bridge at sunset in San Francisco
Boats on the water at sunset in San Francisco
California Sunset or Twilight Cruise
Sunset cruise with couple in San Francisco

California Sunset/San Francisco City Lights Cruise

By Red & White Fleet
9.4 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $58 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Cruise on a comfortable boat with indoor & open-air seating
  • Chance to sail under iconic span of the Golden Gate Bridge
  • City sights like Alcatraz, Angel Island and Sausalito
  • See the light installation on the Oakland/SF Bay Bridge
  • Cruise along the iconic San Francisco skyline

Activity location

  • Red and White Fleet
    • 43 1/2 Taylor St. & Embarcadero
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Red and White Fleet Box Office
    • 43 1/2 Taylor St. & Embarcadero
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

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California Sunset Cruise
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
Starting time: 7:00pm
Price details
$58.00 x 1 Adult$58.00

Total
Price is $58.00
Until Fri, Apr 4

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEvening cruise on the San Francisco Bay
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdditional beverages on board

Know before you book

  • Children 4 and younger are complimentary.
  • Check-in 30 minutes prior to your cruise time.
  • Kindly note that seating for this cruise is “open style seating”, so please expect to sit next to unfamiliar faces at times.

What you can expect

As day turns to dusk, immerse yourself in an unforgettable San Francisco experience aboard our evening cruises, perfect for admiring the Bay Area’s most iconic sights. Whether embarking on the California Sunset Cruise or the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, you’ll have front-row seats to San Francisco’s beauty from the best vantage point: the Bay.

On the California Sunset Cruise, watch as the setting sun casts a golden glow over San Francisco’s distinctive skyline, highlighting the silhouettes of Coit Tower and the Transamerica Pyramid. Glide smoothly along the waterfront, passing the famous rock-bound Alcatraz Island and historic Angel Island, whose stories trace back through centuries. Further along, gaze across the Bay to see the charming towns of Tiburon and Sausalito, nestled against coastal hills with quaint, artistic touches and cozy harbor lights. The warm, shifting colors of the sky create a magical atmosphere as the city transitions from day to night.

For those sailing during winter months (November through March), the San Francisco City Lights Cruise showcases the city in an equally mesmerizing way. With an earlier sunset, this twilight cruise allows you to admire San Francisco as it begins to sparkle under a blanket of evening lights. The city skyline comes alive with an enchanting glow, as lights from iconic landmarks like Fisherman’s Wharf and Ghirardelli Square reflect off the water, creating a perfect, postcard-worthy scene. The cruise takes you under the towering Golden Gate Bridge, where you can snap the perfect shot of this architectural marvel from below, beautifully lit against the night sky.

With each of these unique cruises, enjoy a relaxing and enchanting journey along San Francisco’s captivating waterfront, making memories that capture the essence of this beloved city by the Bay. Whether in the radiance of the setting sun or the shimmer of city lights, every evening on the Bay is one to remember.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRed and White Fleet
    • 43 1/2 Taylor St. & Embarcadero
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLERed and White Fleet Box Office
    • 43 1/2 Taylor St. & Embarcadero
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

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10.0 out of 10

Jose D

Reviewed on Expedia
Mar 26, 2025
United States
Love it… the crew make the experience really amazing
Activity date: Mar 25, 2025

10.0 out of 10

Robert F

Reviewed on Expedia
Feb 9, 2025
United States
The Red&White cruise group does an excellant job , we taken the day tour and its good, but the night tour is the best!
Activity date: Feb 8, 2025

10.0 out of 10

Rotimi O

Reviewed on Expedia
Oct 29, 2024
Canada
Great Cruise. scenic. Even if the weather forecast is good, take a jacket. Also, note, that there could be fog. Awsome experience!!
Activity date: Oct 28, 2024

10.0 out of 10

A verified traveler

Reviewed on Expedia
Oct 11, 2024
Wonderful experience and photographic opportunity. Highly recommend. Incredible view of the sunset which cannot be experienced unless you take this cruise. The staff was very courteous.
Activity date: Oct 10, 2024

6.0 out of 10

Bradford R

Reviewed on Expedia
Sep 9, 2024
Canada
Fog came in about half way through the cruise. The first half was great but then came the fog. I would recommend this activity but check the weather.
Activity date: Sep 8, 2024

6.0 out of 10

LaVaughn S

Reviewed on Expedia
Jul 11, 2024
United States
I enjoyed my trip . The only issue I had was with the Herbert hotel . The floor of bathroom tub was disgusting. There was a red stuff on the floor . I thought it was stained blood . I went to the front desk to complain. I was told the cleaning lady will check it out when I leave . That’s the only complaint I have about my trip . Everything else was ok .
Activity date: Jul 10, 2024

10.0 out of 10

Rose-Marie B

Reviewed on Expedia
Jun 23, 2024
Canada
Great experience, all the sights on this stop were amazing. I would definitely recommend this tour amd would do it again in all the cities they opperate in.
Activity date: Jun 22, 2024

10.0 out of 10

France O

Reviewed on Expedia
Jun 11, 2024
United States
This is a must activity to do while in San Francisco. We had a BLAST!
Activity date: Jun 10, 2024

10.0 out of 10

MH

Reviewed on Expedia
Jun 1, 2024
United States
It was a beautiful evening! We enjoyed seeing San Francisco from the Bay!
Activity date: May 31, 2024

10.0 out of 10

Maria P

Reviewed on Expedia
Apr 20, 2024
United States
We had a very nice experience with everything. Thank you !!!!!
Activity date: Apr 19, 2024

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