Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise

Summary Description

Make your way to Fisherman’s Wharf to board your sightseeing ferry, which is equipped with indoor and outdoor spaces, a restroom, and a snack-and-drink bar. Grab an audio tour headset on the way in, and then set off across the San Francisco Bay.

Pass by Alcatraz Island, under the Golden Gate Bridge, and past unobstructed views of the San Francisco skyline. Your audio tour informs you about the construction of two of San Francisco’s famous bridges, as well as the city’s famed architecture as you cruise through the bay.

Other sights include Coit Tower, the Transamerica Pyramid, the Bay Bridge, and more.

Your guided tour concludes at the original departure point.

Highlights
  • Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Alcatraz 
  • Admire Coit Tower, the Palace of Fine Arts, and the city skyline
  • Indoor and outdoor areas, restrooms, and a snack bar make for a comfortable ride
  • Audio tour provides optional insight into San Francisco history
Description

From the Golden Gate to the Bay Bridge, this sightseeing ferry takes you across the San Francisco Bay for the best views of the city’s iconic attractions. An audio headset lets you choose to learn about the sights, or you can talk with family and friends as you sail by Alcatraz, under the Golden Gate, and past unobstructed views of the city skyline.

Included / Excluded
  • Audio commentary available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian and Vietnamese
  • "Straight to the gate" access
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 1h 30m
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Boat crew is trained to provide first aid and CPR support, and first aid kits are readily available on all vessels
The main decks of all vessels are fully wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
The award-winning audio narration is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Mandarin, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian and Vietnamese.
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

FAQ

Which attractions will I visit with Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise?

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During this experience, places you will visit include:

Which company provides Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise?

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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise is hosted by Red and White Fleet. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much is Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise?

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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise price starts from $48.00.

What is the Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise cancellation policy?

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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Red and White Fleet

About operator:

The family-owned Red and White Fleet is San Francisco's original sightseeing adventure and only multilingual sightseeing cruise (offered in 16 languages) . Red and White Fleet's cruises depart from Pier 43½ in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. Sail under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz aboard the 1-hr Golden Gate Bay Cruise. Enjoy amazing sunset views, live music and hearty appetizers aboard the relaxed 2-hr California Sunset Cruise with sailings from April-October. Winter departures are offered aboard the California Twilight Cruise from November through March. The 90-min Bridge 2 Bridge Cruise promises spectacular views of the entire San Francisco skyline, from the Golden Gate Bridge all the way to the Bay Bridge with year-round sailings. Red and White Fleet also offers a variety of tours on land for sale, from hop-on, hop-off tours, to motor coach excursions to the Napa & Sonoma Wine Country, Monterey & Carmel, Muir Woods & Sausalito, and Yosemite.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 1.5 hours
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