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City Cruises – San Francisco
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- 4th of July Premier Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- Belle of the Ball Holiday Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
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City Cruises – Alcatraz
- About Us – Alcatraz
- ACC Community Outreach Bay Discovery Cruise
- Accessibility – Alcatraz
- Accessibility Policy – Alcatraz Cruises
- Account – Alcatraz Cruises
- Alcatraz – Food & Drink Preorder
- Alcatraz Behind the Scenes Tour – Alcatraz Cruises
- Alcatraz Day Tour Ticket & Times – Alcatraz Cruises
- Alcatraz Living History Day
- Alcatraz Night Tour Tickets & Times – Alcatraz Cruises
- Alcatraz Tour Options
- Blog
- Bogo
- Careers – Alcatraz Cruises
- Careers & Recruiting
- Contact Us – Alcatraz Cruises
- Departure Schedule – Alcatraz Cruises
- DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION – Alcatraz Cruises
- Explore Your Parks – Alcatraz
- FAQ – Alcatraz
- Fisherman’s Wharf – Alcatraz Cruises
- Gift Cards – Alcatraz
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Group Tour Operators – Alcatraz
- ACC Community Outreach Bay Discovery Cruise
- Alcatraz City Cruises Give Back to Local Community Residents/Organization
- Alcatraz City Cruises Gives Back Outreach Program
- Alcatraz City Cruises Gives Back to San Francisco K-5 Student
- Alcatraz City Cruises Gives Back to Schools
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- Educational Groups – Alcatraz
- Family Groups – Alcatraz
- Senior Groups – Alcatraz
- Special Needs Groups – Alcatraz
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Plan Your Trip – Alcatraz
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- Weather-Alcatraz Cruises
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- Respect Our Planet – Alcatraz Cruises
- Service Animal Policy
- Social Media Policy – Alcatraz Island
- Terms & Conditions Policy – Alcatraz City Cruises
- Thank You – Alcatraz Cruises
- Thank You for Subscribing
- Thank You Groups – Alcatraz Cruises
- The Alcatraz City Cruises Fleet – Alcatraz City Cruises
- The Big Lockup: Mass Incarceration in the U.S.
- Toolkit
- Directions – San Francisco
- Easter Premier Brunch Cruise | City Cruises™
- Easter Premier Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- Easter Signature Brunch Cruise
- Father’s Day Brunch Cruise
- Father’s Day Premier Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- Fleet Week Air Show Lunch aboard the California Hornblower
- Fleet Week Air Show Lunch aboard the San Francisco Belle | City Cruises™
- Fleet Week Dinner Cruise in San Francisco | City Experiences
- Holiday Premier Brunch Cruise | City Experiences
- Holiday Signature Dinner Cruise in San Francisco | City Experiences
- Holiday Sunset Signature Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- Mardi Gras Masquerade Cruise in San Francisco | Mardi Gras Party with City Experiences
- Mother’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise | City Cruises™
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San Francisco Corporate Events
- Host Meetings & Events on a Boat in San Francisco | City Experiences
- Pier Event Venue in San Francisco | Pier 3 Events | City Experiences
- San Francisco Team Building Salsa Cruise | City Experiences
- Team Booze Cruises in San Francisco | City Experiences
- Team Building Venue in San Francisco | City Experiences
- San Francisco Dog Day on the Bay presented by Petco | City Experiences
- San Francisco Drag Brunch Cruise
- San Francisco Group Events
- San Francisco Happy Hour Cruises | Alive After Five | City Cruises™
- San Francisco Holiday Cruises
- San Francisco Holiday Events
- San Francisco Labor Day Cruises | City Cruises™
- San Francisco New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- San Francisco School Events
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- San Francisco Social Sunday Cruises | City Cruises™
- San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Sights & Sips Cruise
- San Francisco Wedding Events
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- SF Bay Father’s Day Cruises | City Cruises™
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- Thanksgiving Premier Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- Valentine’s Brunch Cruise
- Valentine’s Signature Dinner Cruise
- Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise | City Cruises™
- CityPASS® with Alcatraz Day Tour
- de Young Museum: Entry Ticket
- Half Day by The Bay: North Beach, Fisherman’s Wharf & Scenic Bay Cruise
- Monterey and Carmel One Day Tour
- Muir Woods Redwood Forest and Sausalito Tour
- Muir Woods Redwood Forest and Sausalito Tour (Afternoon)
- Night on Alcatraz Island with Fisherman’s Wharf & Sourdough Bread Tour
- Official San Francisco Downtown Experience Upgrade
- Panoramic San Francisco Night Tour
- Redwoods and California Wine Country Tour
- San Francisco Bay Discovery Cruise & SF MoMA Admission
- San Francisco in a Day: Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf & Scenic Bay Cruise
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA): Entry Ticket
- San Francisco Zoo General Admission
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- San Francisco: Museum of Modern Art General Admission Ticket
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top things to do in San Francisco?
Top things to do in San Francisco?
From water tours to land tours, there are so many fun activities to do in San Francisco, California! One great way to see the city is from the water on a tour boat. For example, some boats offer sightseeing tours, with visits to the famed Alcatraz prison. There are also romantic dinner cruises and party boats if you’re looking for a more festive evening. If you’d rather stay on land, there are plenty of options for tours as well.
What are the top activities near San Francisco?
What do I need to know before visiting San Francisco?
San Francisco is a beautiful city with plenty to see and do. There are also many great areas within the city itself. This includes:
- Financial district: The financial district of San Francisco is home to many of the city’s tallest buildings. This includes the Transamerica Pyramid, which is the tallest building in the city
- Chinatown: One of the most popular tourist attractions in San Francisco, Chinatown is home to a wonderful community full of amazing things to do. There are many great shops and restaurants to explore here.
- Fisherman’s Wharf: This is a must-see for any visitors to San Francisco. Fisherman’s Wharf is home to many seafood restaurants as well as other attractions such as Pier 39.
- Alcatraz Island: Located in the middle of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island was once home to a federal prison. Today, it is a popular tourist destination with many interesting things to see and do.
When planning your trip to San Francisco, be sure to keep these great places in mind!