I got two boat tours - a Golden Gate tour and a Bridge to Bridge (Golden Gate to Bay Bridge) tour…read morewith the Go City Pass - 5 day All Inclusive. The Golden Gate was 1 hour, and the Bridge to Bridge was 1.5 hours. The Bridge to Bridge has few times, so check their website to find one that works for your schedule. On the boat, there is a bar, popcorn, and snacks you can buy. There is a bathroom, although I didn't use it. There are several floors and the lowest floor with the bar has tables. As you enter, if you need the narration in another language, get the headset. By default, over the loudspeaker is English. The first boat trip I did was more crowded on the top deck with more people talking loudly, so I missed about 1/4th of the narration. The volume was never too loud or painful, but with people talking loudly, you will miss it unless you move closer to the speaker. Biggest tips: Wear a jacket and dress warmly if you plan to sit on the top, open air deck. It is extremely windy. Also, having a hair tie is helpful, so you don't have hair blowing in your face. It can be pretty smooth but by the Bay Bridge, the wind makes the water rougher, so you may want to take a motion sickness medicine if you are sensitive. Staff was friendly from the ticket booth to the people at the end telling your goodbye. Nice boat tour!

We purchased tickets from Groupon and they were the cheapest bay cruises from…read moreanything I could find. It was just like the other ones we've taken too. This took about an hour or a little longer. You go under the Golden Gate Bridge and then pass by Alcatraz on your way back. There's even a recording playing telling you what landmarks are across and near you aid gives you a little back story of things. Overall; a must do!

We had such a wonderful time on the Wine Therapy boat! The boat was comfortable and intimate, and…read morethe crew was so friendly and welcoming. The views of San Francisco, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge were absolutely beautiful. I especially loved that it was a smaller boat, so it felt much more personal and relaxing than the larger bay cruises. Enjoying a glass of wine while cruising around the bay made it such a fun and memorable experience. Definitely recommend Wine Therapy for a beautiful afternoon on the water!

Friendly crew, great little boat inside and outside were clean and well painted. Drinks were…read morereasonable and the trip was fun.

This was the best tour and boat ride ever! The captain is funny and very knowledgeable. We were…read moreable to see so much of the bay.

I loved my trip around the bay with Captain Charles. It was super fun to be on a boat that goes…read morefast (feels like racing the pelicans who fly on by in groups) and it's such a great way to view the coastline and SF architecture, including the Golden Gate Bridge. Bay Voyager is a cool way to experience the bay and learn about the area. Good for visitors from out of town as well as locals who love a good excuse to enjoy the bay!

especially good on a nice sunny day out in the SF bay! exciting and fast high speed boat ride. it…read morewill put a smile on your face. staff takes care of you. 30 min ride

The RocketBoat is a thrilling and unique way to experience San Francisco. This high-speed ride…read morecombines sightseeing with adrenaline!!! Just think of it as a cross between a tour boat and a rollercoaster on water. The trip gives you AMAZING views of the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, and the city skyline, and more. The crew keeps the energy up with music and light commentary, making it fun for families, friends, groups, or anyone looking for something more adventurous than a standard cruise. The ride itself is about 30 minutes feels like 15! It's so fun!! Overall: If you're in San Francisco and want a mix of sightseeing and pure fun, the RocketBoat is a must-try. Unforgettable experience.

We took the ferry from Sausalito to Pier39. It was a nice 20 minute ride and got pretty close by…read moreAlcatraz Island. There were a lot of people with their bikes too. We sat all the way on top to enjoy the view and lucked out with the sunny weather too. When we got to Pier39, the water was a bit choppy and one of us got mildly sea sick.

When we were in San Francisco, we decided to start our trip with the Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise,…read moreand I'm really glad we did! We had actually purchased our tickets through another company and couldn't find much information about where we were supposed to go or what to do when we arrived. The Blue & Gold Fleet staff were incredibly helpful and worked with us to figure everything out and get us onto the boat at the last minute. That customer service really made a difference. Once we got on board, we headed straight to the top deck so we could get the best views. Definitely bring a jacket because it gets pretty breezy out on the water, even if it's warm on land! The cruise took us underneath the Golden Gate Bridge and all the way around Alcatraz, while giving us views of so many of San Francisco's iconic sights. It was such a great way to get introduced to the Bay and learn a little about the history of the area. The narration is done through an audio recording, and that was probably my biggest complaint. It was sometimes difficult to hear because there were so many people on the boat moving around, talking, and taking pictures. I found myself paying more attention to the views than the narration. But the views were absolutely worth it! I got some amazing photos, and being out on the water gave us a completely different perspective of San Francisco. For the price, I thought it was a great experience. It wasn't overly expensive, the staff was helpful, and it was such a fun and relaxing way to start our trip. If you're visiting San Francisco for the first time, I definitely recommend getting out on the Bay and seeing the city from the water!

I proposed in Napa, but this event is all my fiancé is talking about! The crew went out of their…read moreway to make this trip a memorable experience for us and making sure we got some awesome pictures of her and her ring! We were fortunate to have perfect weather! This is literally the best experience I've ever paid for of this type.

Such friendly staff! We had so much fun on this trip! I would do it again! They were so nice,…read moreoffered to take pictures of everyone, and made sure we had everything we needed! They even provide jackets when it's chilly!

Purchased two Half-Day tickets as a gift for my boyfriend's birthday! Both him and I had never…read morefished and we needed an experience that was a bit more hands on. We boarded the boat at 5:30am and departed exactly at 6am after they checked all of our fishing licenses (so make sure you buy yours online prior to the trip). The captain and deck hands were extremely patient and non-judgmental. The bait was constantly replaced and the deck hands always helped if the hooks got tangled. We were allowed to bring our small Yeti with breakfast and drinks. There is a restroom in the boat which is kept clean and accessible. I caught a large striped bass in which I was able to get cleaned and cut to take home! The views of the city were beautiful and the surrounding areas like Alcatraz and Angel Island. For sure will be planning another trip soon

This Martha isn't very lovely. First the good - The captain…read moreis decent at finding fish, and the deckhands in general are good. The bad - The boat is older and feels a little dilapidated. The exhaust stack isn't very far above the boat and the exhaust smell sometimes down onto the deck. The price - $260 + $10 a salmon weight + tip. It can quickly add up. It gets to be as much as a seat on a six pack which has much fewer people. The ugly - the captain "Mike" has some serious anger management issues. On a previous trip he yelled at my wife and made her cry. She had never been on a party boat, she did not know the rules how how to fish around so many other anglers. On my most recent trip he was swearing at fishermen in other boats both from the deck and the PA system. Not a family friendly environment.

The is the best deal @ Pier 39. The kiosk is located across Trish's mini donuts. I've taken…read morevisiting family and friends on this tour. $20 per person. They take you to see the Goldengate Bridge, Alcatraz, sea lions and more. Last night we did the night tour for the first time and was amazed. Captain Ryan was fun, knowledgeable and made the experience very special for us.

Watching Love on the Spectrum on Netflix lead my partner and I to this place on a Sunday. It is now…read more$20 per person. Apparently they try to avoid using the antique boat on the weekends, so we were put on a water taxi. I was pretty bummed that they only use the actual boat on weekdays. Nevertheless, it's a quick 30 minute ride to the sea lions, and WWII ship. The captain briefly talks about the Alcatraz island, but we were quite far from it so don't expect it to come close to the actual island. He was quite knowledgeable and engaged in conversations with the passengers. He also got us pretty wet with the water splashing into the boat, which was quite fun! If you get seasick easily, this might not be for you. The boat is quite small so you would end up feeling the swells a lot more than in a regular sized boat. Note: You don't wear life jackets for the entire ride, due to sanitization costs. You get to use it for FREE if somehow the boat starts to sink. Stating this on here, because I saw some people get off when they found out lifejackets weren't given out. I don't think they got reimbursed either.

The ten year old and I crossed off a bucket list item and went on the 2.5 hour Whale Watch Tour…read more The staff were great. Joe was an excellent captain, Mandy was a great whale spotter, the deck hand was kind and helpful (please forgive me if you read this we scanned the other reviews for Joe and Mandy's names). Bear and Oso were great whale spotting alert dogs. We saw 3-4 humpbacks, two of which were a mother and calf pair. The boat was clean. Staff were extremely friendly. Caution to those of you who have never ridden a boat smaller than a ferry before, I would test your stomachs on a shorter ride first, such as the water taxi that goes between piers before jumping on a 2.5 hour boat ride in open waters. We did ok. However there were several people who lost their breakfast, kids and adults alike. If you get motion sick, I would suggest pre-gaming with Dramamine. Per the ten year old: the dogs were adorable! they stayed in the cabin for most of it, but I mean, that's what they do their work. we saw tons of whale spouts, and even in a few whale backs too. definitely going back.

A great value and fun for everyone. We booked our trip in 2025 and did not see a whale. The staff…read moreinformed us we could rebook at no additional cost at a later date. We had our "make-up" trip yesterday and guess what? We saw a whale! I was first to spot the humpback a little more than a mile out from the Golden Gate Bridge. It was so magical to see and my family was really thankful for SFWT's kindness.

Came to San Francisco for our wedding anniversary and wanted to see all the hotspots without…read morerenting a car or ubering everywhere. We found Vantigo after asking ChatGPT the best way to see the city. It recommended Vantigo. After looking at the yelp reviews and some YouTube videos, I made the reservation. We can't be happier with our experience. Chad, owner of Vantigo and tour guide, was the friendliest and coolest dude to have guide you around the city. Very knowledgeable, extremely easy to talk to, and more than happy to play photographer. We saw Coit tower, the Golden Gate Bridge, the place that I swear was Naboo in Star Wars, some random local know spot with an amazing view of the city, and drove through pretty much all the neighborhoods while Chad pointed out what he recommended we check out. The tour was about 3 hours long and came with bathroom stops at photo locations. If you are looking for a way to see everything without having to plan it yourself or rent a car during your trip, this is what to do. You won't be disappointed.

Absolutely loved our Vantigo tour with Chad. I've been to San Francisco 2X before, but seeing it…read morethis way gives you a completely different sense of the city. Chad is born and raised here and knows EVERYTHING - the history, the neighborhoods, the landmarks, and little gem stories about it all. So in three hours you will see and learn more than you ever could on our own. And the 1971 vintage VW van is just unbelievably cool. Chad even matches the music to where you are - I won't give away the songs but really great touch! Such a fun, memorable way to see San Fran and get your bearings. And book with Chad cause Vantigo is the OG. Don't book a copycat. He's fantastic!