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15 San Francisco Night Tours to Book This Trip

39 tours  ·  from $45 a head

The good san francisco night tours fill up a week or two out in summer. Below: the 15 to book first, what each includes and how they differ.

Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option - What the ride is like
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Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option

1.Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,539 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $56Our pick

Ride Big Bus San Francisco’s open-top double-decker along a route linking Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more. Choose a 24-hour or 48-hour pass, hop off to explore, or stay aboard for the full loop. Recorded commentary and a live bus-tracking app are included. Optional extras include a sunset tour, Aquarium of the Bay, a Chinatown walk, or a wine outing.

“Good communication regarding weather while travelling over Golden Gate bridge as it was a bit windy.”

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San Francisco: California Sunset Cruise (2-hours) - Alcatraz and Angel Island from the water
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San Francisco: California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

2.California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,949 reviews · from $58

Board Red and White Fleet at Fisherman’s Wharf for a two-hour San Francisco Bay cruise past Alcatraz, Angel Island, Sausalito, and the Marin Headlands, then under the Golden Gate Bridge. Watch the city lights come on from indoor or open-air seating. A bar and snack counter sell drinks and light bites; bring your own food if you prefer.

“Great trip ...we set off in this well appointed ferry ...bar snacks etc plenty of open areas and covered seating ...IN A THICK FOG !! but the skipper knew the bay well enough the know that if he went over to the Sausalito side then we should see some sunset.. boy oh boy what a sunset !! and then to go under GGB inthe murky mist after dark ..was really atmospheric !!”

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise - Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the sailing route
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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

3.San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,342 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $88Top rated

Board the 55- or 65-foot Adventure Cat at Pier 39 for a roughly 95-minute evening sail past Alcatraz and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Choose a sheltered seat with 360-degree views or the open trampoline deck, and enjoy one included beer, wine, or non-alcoholic drink. Bring a warm jacket; bay weather can turn brisk.

“Gorgeous sunset! The hosts were so friendly and nice! One free drink of any kind. They even had hot chocolate, coffee and tea which were very much appreciated. It was windy and cold but they had big warm jackets available. We got some great sunset photos! It was a very enjoyable experience! Ty!”

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran - Alcatraz, Sausalito, and the bridge
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San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

4.San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,097 reviews · 1h 30m · from $90

Depart from Pier 39 on a 90-minute sunset sail aboard a 55- or 65-foot catamaran. You’ll pass Alcatraz, Sausalito, and the Golden Gate Bridge, with open-air trampoline nets, a sheltered viewing area, and one complimentary drink. The crew can help with photos, and jackets are available to borrow on some sailings.

“such a cool experience sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge on a Catamaran. I was thankful that they had coats for us to use as I underestimated the cold and wet while on the boat. Highly recommend to anyone that wants some good ole fun and beautiful sight seeing”

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Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise - Daytime or Nighttime: Choose Your Island Mood
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Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

5.Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 969 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Start at Pier 33 for the ferry to Alcatraz, where a self-guided audio tour brings the cellhouse and prison stories to life. Choose a daytime or nighttime visit, then take a separate narrated Bay Cruise from Pier 39, with views of the waterfront and a passage beneath the Golden Gate Bridge.

“My son and I booked the Night Alcatraz Tour and the 1-Hour Bay Cruise. Everything went very smooth, absolutely perfect!!”

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San Francisco: Alcatraz, Ferry & Audio Tour w/ Night Option - Beyond the prison walls
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San Francisco: Alcatraz, Ferry & Audio Tour w/ Night Option

6.Alcatraz, Ferry & Audio Tour w/ Night Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 617 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

From Pier 33, ride the official ferry to Alcatraz and explore at your own pace. Your ticket includes admission, the Cellhouse audio tour and a separate audio companion that covers the ferry ride, island gardens, Indigenous history, families and protest. Choose the night option for evening ferry service, ranger introductions and access to areas closed during the day.

“Loved their audio tour, the audio tour attached to the self guided tour was average.”

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2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay - Alcatraz, Angel Island and the bay’s changing light
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2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

7.2-Hour Sunset Sail on the San Francisco Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 392 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $129

Board the Privateer at Pier 39 for a two-hour evening sail past Alcatraz, Angel Island, Sausalito and the Golden Gate Bridge. Two drinks are included, and the group is capped at 18. Crew can vary, with Caleb and Jeff among the sailors who have led trips.

“A beautiful Sunday, for a Sunset Cruise at Pier 39! Golden shimmering sunset reflecting and magnifying the hues of the bay delights and closeness to the aquatic beauty, seagulls, pelicans and geese that reside and roam by Fisherman's Wharf... Beauty and Brilliance, at their very BEST! 🎏🕊🐦‍⬛🐧🐬🐋🐳🥰😍😘♥️”

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A Magical Night with the San Francisco Mentalist: Jay Alexander - The main event: mentalism, magic, and a few laughs
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A Magical Night with the San Francisco Mentalist: Jay Alexander

8.A Magical Night with the San Francisco Mentalist: Jay Alexander

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 384 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At the Marrakech Magic Theater on O’Farrell Street, Jay Alexander combines mentalism, magic, storytelling, and comedy in an intimate theater. Your ticket includes skip-the-line admission and close-up magic in the lounge, which opens an hour before showtime. Food and drinks are available to buy, and audience participation is part of the evening.

“Excellent show. Beyond expectations -truly impressive! Best show we’ve seen in recent memory. Definitely recommended”

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Big Bus San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus - The Bay Bridge, not a Golden Gate tour
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Big Bus San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

9.Big Bus San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 339 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45Best value

At 6:30 pm, board a double-decker bus near Fisherman’s Wharf for a roughly 90-minute sunset circuit through Chinatown, the Financial District, and the Embarcadero, then across the Bay Bridge to Treasure Island. Digital commentary plays through onboard headphones. Seats are first come, first served, and the open upper deck gets cold.

“We loved sitting on the top area of the bus! The tour guide was awesome! We saw places in San Francisco that we would have never seen on our own. Great tour with interesting information.”

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Alcatraz Inside Access Ferry and Audio Tour with Night Option - Day visit or night visit?
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Alcatraz Inside Access Ferry and Audio Tour with Night Option

10.Alcatraz Inside Access Ferry and Audio Tour with Night Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 138 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $90

Take a round-trip ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island, where you can explore prison buildings, gardens, ruins, and Bay views at your own pace. The ticket includes the official Cellhouse audio tour and a companion audio guide for the journey. Choose a day or night departure. No live guide, food, or drink is included.

“The tour itself was good. The Viator fee is too expensive, though, since you can get a ticket that includes the ferry and audio guide for much cheaper if you plan ahead.”

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San Francisco: Alcatraz Jailhouse Night Tour - Why the water matters
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San Francisco: Alcatraz Jailhouse Night Tour

11.Alcatraz Jailhouse Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 136 reviews · 3 hours · from $98

Start at Pier 33 for a three-hour Alcatraz night visit, including the ferry, an official night ticket, and the Pintours app guide with audio, stories, and music. Expect prison cells linked to Al Capone and George Machine Gun Kelly, eerie corridors, and views back toward San Francisco. No meals or beverages are included.

“would be good to have a coffee shop on the Island”

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Official Inside Alcatraz Cruise With Night Cruise Option - Take time for the island beyond the cells
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Official Inside Alcatraz Cruise With Night Cruise Option

12.Official Inside Alcatraz Cruise With Night Cruise Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 112 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $89

From Pier 33, take a ferry across San Francisco Bay to Alcatraz Island. Explore the cells, solitary confinement area, recreation yard, and dining hall at your own pace with an audio tour in 11 languages. The trip takes about four hours; a night cruise option is named, but its details are not specified.

“Fun family experience definitely would come back next time. The service was good and efficient. It was easy to use for a first timer on the app.”

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San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Sunset Cruise - The Golden Gate Bridge from the water
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San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Sunset Cruise

13.Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 109 reviews · from $50

Blue & Gold Fleet takes you from Pier 39 on a 90-minute sunset cruise past the sea lions, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Angel Island, Sausalito, and Tiburon. The trip returns to its starting point. An English-speaking host or greeter is listed, but you should not count on a guided commentary throughout the cruise.

“We were surprised by how well the boat trip allowed lots of time from every angle to get pics. It was fabulous and just about the right time too. Would recommend dressing up warm though. San Francisco isn’t warm in summer particularly when on the water”

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San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus - Starting at Fisherman’s Wharf
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San Francisco: Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

14.Sightseeing Sunset Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 105 reviews · 1 hour · from $45

Ride an open-top double-decker bus for one hour from Fisherman’s Wharf through Polk Street and Nob Hill, then across the Bay Bridge to Treasure Island. English digital commentary covers the city’s history and culture. Bring warm layers, and don’t count on a Golden Gate Bridge photo stop.

“There is no reservations for this activity. It is first come first serve no matter what time you buy tickets for. This was very disappointing to find out when we arrived as it does not state that anywhere on the website.”

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San Francisco: Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise - The Bay cruise is a second outing
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San Francisco: Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise

15.Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 4 hours · from $143

Take the evening ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz, with live narration and a route around the island, then explore the prison with a multilingual audio guide. The package also includes a separate one-hour narrated Bay cruise from Pier 39, which you can take before or after your Alcatraz visit.

“activité superbe et très intéressante....à faire absolument !!!!”

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