--- title: San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise slug: san-francisco-bay-sunset-catamaran-cruise type: attraction sub_type: sunset cruises source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/san-francisco-bay-sunset-catamaran-cruise city: San Francisco state: CA country: US address: Beach St & The Embarcadero, Pier 39 geo: lat: 37.81005 lng: -122.41033 duration: up to 1.5 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:02:01.405Z price_from: amount: 80 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 1 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: 90-Minute Sunset Sail on San Francisco Bay price: 74.71 regular_price: 80 savings: 5.29 ticket_types: - name: All Ages (0+ yrs) min_age: 0 --- ## Overview Set sail on a 90-minute San Francisco Bay sunset cruise aboard a spacious catamaran departing from Pier 39. Enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and one complimentary drink. ## What's Included - 90-minute catamaran cruise - One complimentary drink (beer, wine, or soda) - Audio guides in multiple languages (bring your own headphones) ## What's Not Included - Outside food or beverages - Additional drinks (available for purchase) - Food options (not currently offered due to virus protocols) ## Ticket Options - **90-Minute Sunset Sail on San Francisco Bay** — $74.71 (regularly $80.00, save $5.29) Set sail on a 90-minute sunset catamaran cruise on San Francisco Bay. Watch the city light up behind Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. Includes one complimentary drink and stunning skyline views from a spacious, stable vessel. - All Ages (0+ yrs) ## Good to Know * See panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, and Alcatraz Island. * Departs from Pier 39, Gate J (next to the sea lions) and lasts about 1.5 hours. * Check in 30 minutes before departure. * Includes one complimentary drink (beer, wine, or soda) with each ticket. * No outside food or beverages permitted. * Dress in layers and wear soft-soled shoes. * Wheelchair accessible, manual wheelchairs only as there are 3-4 stairs to board. * Audio guides are available in English and other languages. Please bring headphones if you plan to use the audio guide. * Bring your camera and cash/card for onboard purchases and gratuities. * Casual attire and soft-soled shoes are recommended. * Temperatures may drop after sunset; bring a jacket. * The boat has stable twin-hull design; seasickness is unlikely but medication is advised if susceptible. * The boat is both wheelchair and stroller accessible; restrooms are not ADA accessible. * Parking not provided; multiple garages and street parking available nearby. * Cruises proceed in light rain; severe weather cancellations allow rescheduling or credit. * If on the outside trampolines, there is a chance of getting wet; cabin seating available for dry viewing. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise depart? This Adventure Cat Sunset Sail departs from Pier 39, Gate J, San Francisco, CA 94133. Pier 39 is just off The Embarcadero, near the intersection of Beach St, Grant Ave, and The Embarcadero. For your GPS, use 2 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133. ### When should I arrive? The boat will leave at the time shown on your e-Ticket. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure for check-in. ### How long is this San Francisco Bay cruise? This cruise lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes. ### What is included? The San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise includes one drink (beer, wine, or soda) and beautiful 360-degree views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, and Alcatraz Island. Additional drinks are available for purchase at the cabin bar. Audio guides are also available onboard in English, Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish. Please bring headphones if you plan on using the audio guide. ### Are food and drinks available for purchase onboard? At this time Adventure Cat only offers drinks for additional purchase at the bar (beer/wine/non-alcohol). Unfortunately their food options have been removed until further notice due to virus protocols. ### Is this cruise appropriate for children? Yes, the cruise is suitable for all ages. ### What should I bring? Bring your camera and cash/card for onboard purchases and gratuities. ### Will I get wet? If you’re outside on the trampolines, there is a pretty good chance you’ll get wet. If you really don’t want to get wet, you can stay in the cabin. With a 360 degree view, you won’t miss a single thing. ### Will I get seasick? Probably not. Since the Adventure Cat is so stable, most people don't have any problems. If you are very susceptible you may want to get a patch or some seasick pills. ### What should I wear? Casual attire and soft-soled shoes are recommended. They also recommend bringing a jacket as temperatures may drop during the trip. ### Is parking provided? No, however, there are multiple parking garages and street parking available near the cruise's departure point. One is the Pier 39 Garage which charges according to length of stay, time of day, and day of the week. ### Is the boat wheelchair accessible? The boat is both wheelchair and stroller accessible. Please note, only manual wheelchairs are accepted onboard as there are 3-4 stairs to board the boat. Also, restrooms are not ADA accessible. ### What happens if it rains? Severe weather in this area of California is rare and cruises will proceed as scheduled in light rain and other mild weather conditions. The boat has 360-degree, protected viewing areas. In the rare event a cruise is cancelled, you will have the opportunity to reschedule your tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit towards a future event.