--- title: San Francisco Signature Lunch Cruise slug: signature-lunch-cruise-san-francisco type: attraction sub_type: lunch cruises source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/signature-lunch-cruise-san-francisco city: San Francisco state: CA country: US address: Pier 3, Hornblower Landing, (On the Embarcadero at Washington St.) geo: lat: 37.79795 lng: -122.39546 duration: up to 2 hrs cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:13:29.673Z price_from: amount: 70 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 372 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Signature Lunch Cruise price: 77.65 regular_price: 82.01 savings: 4.36 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (4-12 yrs) min_age: 4 max_age: 12 - name: Kids Free (0-3 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 3 --- ## Overview Step aboard City Cruises' 2-hour San Francisco lunch cruise aboard a luxury yacht, complete with a freshly-prepared buffet. View iconic sites like Alcatraz Island and the city skyline, and cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge. After lunch, grab a drink from the bar or head to the outer deck for cool Bay breezes and stunning views. Indulge in an unforgettable culinary experience while soaking in stunning skyline views as you cruise around San Francisco Bay on an elegant yacht! Enjoy a selection of entrees, salads and desserts aboard the San Francisco Signature Lunch Cruise as you pass by iconic sites like Alcatraz Island and the city skyline. Then cruise right under the Golden Gate and Bay Bridge. Visit the bar for an afternoon cocktail and step outside for fresh Bay breezes and stunning views. This two-hour lunch cruise is a perfect option for touring the Bay with friends, family, and co-workers during the holiday season, or any occasion. The all-you-can-eat buffet lunch includes a wide variety of freshly prepared entrees, side items, salads, and desserts with plenty of choices for picky eaters. Your meal is accompanied by unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water. Other beverages, such as soft drinks, craft cocktails, wine, and beer are available for purchase on board. Please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy. ## What's Included - 2-hour San Francisco lunch cruise aboard a luxury yacht - All-you-can-eat buffet lunch with a variety of freshly prepared entrees, side items, salads, and desserts - Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water ## What's Not Included - Other beverages such as soft drinks, craft cocktails, wine, and beer available for purchase onboard - Gratuities ## Ticket Options - **Signature Lunch Cruise** — $77.65 (regularly $82.01, save $4.36) Sail past iconic sites like Alcatraz Island, and right under Golden Gate and Bay Bridge, aboard one of Hornblower Cruises & Events’ Bay Area cruises while savoring a 2-hour boat lunch with complimentary coffee and tea, made special with relaxing background music. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (4-12 yrs) - Kids Free (0-3 yrs) ## Good to Know - Departs from Pier 3 on the Embarcadero at Washington Street - Boarding is at the south gate starting at 11:30 AM; allow plenty of time for city traffic, parking, and check-in at the dock - Marvel at breathtaking sights including Alcatraz Island, Bay Bridge, and Golden Gate Bridge - Casual dress code - Wheelchair-accessible and service animals allowed - Gratuities are not included ## Cancellation Policy [No cancellation policy provided in the source.] ## FAQs ### Where does the cruise depart? The San Francisco Lunch Cruise departs from Pier 3, on the Embarcadero at Washington Street. Your cruise will board at the South Gate near the white overhang, on the right-hand side of the pier when facing the water. ### Where is the parking? Paid public parking is available at Pier 3 at a discounted rate for City Cruises guests, but please note that there is limited parking on weekdays, subject to availability. Additional public lots nearby are available for parking. ### Is there a dress code? Yes, the dress code for the San Francisco Lunch Cruise is semi-formal attire, such as dress pants, dress shirts, skirts/dresses, and dress shoes. Please note that casual jeans, t-shirts, and sandals are not permitted onboard. ### Are there any age restrictions to cruise? All ages are permitted aboard the San Francisco Lunch Cruise, but please note that all minors require adult supervision. Children three (3) years old and under cruise free, but do not forget to select a free ticket for infants to ensure admittance. ### Are pets allowed onboard? Unfortunately, no. Only service animals are allowed onboard. ### Is smoking allowed? Yes, smoking is allowed on the outside decks only, but please note that cannabis products are prohibited as City Cruises operates under US Coast Guard regulations. Please dispose of all trash in proper receptacles and refrain from throwing anything into the water. ### Can I bring a cake from outside? Yes, cakes brought from outside are allowed onboard, but there is an outside dessert service or a cake-cutting fee per person charge of $3.13. Please note that open flames like a lit candle are prohibited on the vessels, including birthday candles. Flameless or LED birthday candles are allowed onboard. ### What happens if it rains or snows? The San Francisco Lunch Cruise sails rain or shine. In case of severe weather conditions or upon the advice of the U.S. Coast Guard, the yacht will remain dockside and still provide the full dining service.