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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Ferry to Sausalito

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Overview

Hop aboard the ferry for a trip from San Francisco to Sausalito. Your ticket allows you to skip the box office line and head straight to the gate. This one-way ferry service takes you across San Francisco Bay with beautiful views of the city skyline, Bay Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge. In the charming bayside city of Sausalito, explore narrow streets filled with boutiques, galleries and museums at your leisure, and enjoy a meal (own expense) at a waterfront restaurant offering unbeatable views of the surrounding Bay Area. This is a great way to maximize your stay in San Francisco, and makes for a romantic getaway or a fun day trip with family and friends.

PLEASE NOTE: you will need to purchase 2 tickets per person for Round Trip service.

What's Included

  • Embarkation fee
  • One-way or round-trip ferry service from San Francisco to Sausalito
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Start Time • 12:01 AM

What To Expect

From Pier 41 San Francisco, skip the box office line and head straight to the gate to board a ferry and relax on the ride along San Francisco Bay to Sausalito. Along the way, enjoy views of the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. This comfortable vessel features several amenities for your comfort and convenience, and drinks and snacks are available for purchase on board. After exploring Sausalito at your own leisure and expense, choose from multiple ferry departure times to return to San Francisco.

Sausalito

This quaint, charming bayside city tucked among the Marin County hills features a variety of art galleries, boutiques, specialty shops and fine dining. You’ll be greeted by the Elephant Light Standards, a pair of concrete elephants flanking the entrance to Vina Del Mar Park which have come to be a symbol of Sausalito.

Take time to meander through the narrow streets at your own pace and enjoy views of the San Francisco skyline. Check out the Bay Model Visitor Center, visit the Bay Area Discovery Museum, rent a kayak, go hiking or biking, or tour the houseboats and marinas.

SCHEDULE

Sausalito (Monday - Friday):
Depart Pier 41 San Francisco: 11:45am, 1:20pm, 3:40pm, 5:20pm, 6:45pm
Depart Sausalito: 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 4:250pm, 6:05pm, 7:30pm

Sausalito (SATURDAY - SUNDAY & HOLIDAYS):
Depart Pier 41 San Francisco: 11:45am, 1:20pm, 3:40pm, 5:20pm, 7:15pm
Depart Sausalito: 12:30am, 2:00pm, 4:25pm, 6:05pm, 8:00pm

Schedule subject to change without notice

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • PLEASE NOTE: you will need to purchase 2 tickets per person for Round Trip service.
  • In fall and winter, please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. In spring and summer, please arrive at least 25-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
  • Ferries are wheelchair accessible, though boarding ramps may vary in steepness due to tides. Please advise in Special Requirements at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.18 out of 5 stars based on 57 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time will not be accepted.
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