Top California Boat Tours

Q: What are the best options for California Boat Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Boat Tours are: Alcatraz Sausalito Express: 2 Hours in Sausalito with Food Option Alcatraz Night Tour with Muir Woods and Sausalito Private Sailing Charter: Up to 24 Passengers Private San Francisco City Tour + Alcatraz (Tickets Incl., Max 6) San Diego Christmas Day Dinner Buffet Cruise

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for California Boat Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Boat Tours are: San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour San Diego Seal Tour Monterey Whale Watching Tour San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which California Boat Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Boat Tours with Instant Confirmation include: San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise Monterey Whale Watching Tour San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which California Boat Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Boat Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour San Diego Seal Tour San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise Monterey Whale Watching Tour View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Boat Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Boat Tours include Hotel Pickup: From LA: Catalina Island with Zipline Tour and Hotel Pickup San Francisco Private Custom Tour From Los Angeles: Channel Islands National Park Day Tour Muir Woods Forest Morning and Afternoon Private Tours Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more California trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked California Tours. Top 10 California 2026 Senior-friendly tours California The best tours and activities for culture lovers in California Top Day Trips from California Things to do in California this summer View all California Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in California are: California Luxury & Special Occasions California Luxury Tours California Tours & Sightseeing California Cultural & Theme Tours California Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in California →

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van …More

San Francisco, USA

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Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van...

7 to 8 hours

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Embark on a truly unique Lake Tahoe experience! The Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise takes place on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. This …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise

Embark on a truly unique Lake Tahoe experience! The Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise takes place on the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe. This...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and …More

San Francisco, USA

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San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise

Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Come aboard Catalina Island's newest semi-submarine, the SS Nautilus, and enjoy a deep sea adventure 1,000 leagues beyond your imagination. The main attraction of this unique …More

Catalina Island, USA

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Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Come aboard Catalina Island's newest semi-submarine, the SS Nautilus, and enjoy a deep sea adventure 1,000 leagues beyond your imagination. The main attraction of this unique...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

The price you see is the price you pay, no hidden fees or surcharges. We are the top destination for whale watching in Long Beach …More

Long Beach, USA

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Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

The price you see is the price you pay, no hidden fees or surcharges. We are the top destination for whale watching in Long Beach...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation

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Best of SF: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences. …More

San Francisco, USA

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Best of SF: Alcatraz Ticket, Bay Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

See more of San Francisco with one flexible sightseeing package combining 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access with some of the city’s most iconic experiences....

2 days

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The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

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Whale Watching Tour Monterey California

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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City Cruises San Diego: Scenic 90-Minute Narrated Harbor Tour

Discover the best of San Diego Bay on our expertly narrated harbor tour. Spanning over 13 miles, this journey takes you past iconic landmarks such …More

San Diego, USA

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City Cruises San Diego: Scenic 90-Minute Narrated Harbor Tour

Discover the best of San Diego Bay on our expertly narrated harbor tour. Spanning over 13 miles, this journey takes you past iconic landmarks such...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay …More

San Francisco, USA

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience aboard the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe! Enjoy fabulous dining as you cruise against a backdrop of astonishing …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience aboard the largest cruising vessel in South Lake Tahoe! Enjoy fabulous dining as you cruise against a backdrop of astonishing...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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San Diego: 2.5-3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

You’ll experience one of the best San Diego whale watching tours aboard the spacious 80-foot Legacy, departing from Mission Bay just minutes from the open …More

San Diego, USA

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San Diego: 2.5-3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

You’ll experience one of the best San Diego whale watching tours aboard the spacious 80-foot Legacy, departing from Mission Bay just minutes from the open...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation

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You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, …More

San Francisco, USA

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San Francisco Bay Cruise

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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Make the most of your weekend with a 2-hour brunch cruise through San Diego Bay. Capture prime views of the city skyline and harbor from …More

San Diego, USA

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Champagne Brunch Buffet

Make the most of your weekend with a 2-hour brunch cruise through San Diego Bay. Capture prime views of the city skyline and harbor from...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages

Epic San Francisco Experience! Begin with a thrilling guided bus tour across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering stunning views of the bay. Or grab …More

San Francisco, USA

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Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages

Epic San Francisco Experience! Begin with a thrilling guided bus tour across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering stunning views of the bay. Or grab...

2 to 4 hours

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Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit

Go inside Alcatraz then relax with friends for lunch after your Alcatraz visit at a Wharf food location assigned by us. Guests can also upgrade …More

San Francisco, USA

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Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit

Go inside Alcatraz then relax with friends for lunch after your Alcatraz visit at a Wharf food location assigned by us. Guests can also upgrade...

3 to 5 hours

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San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

Join us for our Sunset Cruise departing from the picturesque Mission Bay in San Diego, CA. Experience the unmatched beauty of a California sunset while …More

San Diego, USA

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San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

Join us for our Sunset Cruise departing from the picturesque Mission Bay in San Diego, CA. Experience the unmatched beauty of a California sunset while...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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Experience 4 top attractions and save up to 45% with San Francisco CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can …More

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San Francisco, USA

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San Francisco CityPASS — Save 45%

Experience 4 top attractions and save up to 45% with San Francisco CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can...

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City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

The most popular cruise in San Diego is the Champagne Brunch Cruise. Sparkling waves and soft breezes set the mood for this relaxing mid-day brunch …More

San Diego, USA

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City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

The most popular cruise in San Diego is the Champagne Brunch Cruise. Sparkling waves and soft breezes set the mood for this relaxing mid-day brunch...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Alcatraz Island Prison Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

This is a unique tour package to visit both the Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge! For the Alcatraz tour, you will first take …More

San Francisco, USA

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Alcatraz Island Prison Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

This is a unique tour package to visit both the Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge! For the Alcatraz tour, you will first take...

2 to 5 hours

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Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option

Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz …More

San Francisco, USA

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Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option

Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz...

2 to 4 hours

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