Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a breathtaking Bay Cruise in San Francisco. Enjoy a delightful brunch or dinner buffet while taking in the city’s iconic skyline. This 2 to 2.5-hour cruise offers a relaxing atmosphere, live entertainment, and complimentary champagne – the perfect way to honor the special mothers in your life. With wheelchair accessibility and a semi-formal dress code, this unique experience promises an unforgettable outing on the waters of the Bay Area.
Key Points
- Mothers Day Bay Cruises in San Francisco offer 2-2.5 hour sightseeing experiences along the bay, with stunning views of the city skyline.
- Cruises feature climate-controlled interiors, open-air decks, and live entertainment, as well as buffet brunch or plated dinner options.
- Brunch cruises include complimentary champagne and orange juice, while dinner cruises offer a fine-dining experience with seasonal, expertly prepared dishes.
- The cruise is wheelchair accessible and semi-formal attire is recommended, with infants able to attend for free.
- Guests should inform the server of any food allergies, as the menu is subject to change.
Overview and Experience
The San Francisco Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise offers a relaxing sightseeing experience with stunning views of the city’s skyline.
The cruise duration ranges from 2 to 2.5 hours, with prices starting at $155.51 per person. An English-speaking host accompanies the cruise, and it’s wheelchair accessible.
The cruises feature climate-controlled interiors, open-air decks, and live entertainment. Guests can enjoy a buffet brunch or plated dinner menu with seasonal dishes.
Cancellation policies are non-refundable, and photo ID is required for boarding due to Coast Guard regulations.
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Cruise Highlights
Relaxing sightseeing cruises along the San Francisco Bay provide stunning views of the city’s skyline.
Relaxing sightseeing cruises along the San Francisco Bay provide stunning views of the city’s skyline.
These cruises offer a variety of highlights:
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Onboard live entertainment to set the mood
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Climate-controlled interiors and open-air decks for optimal viewing
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A buffet brunch or plated dinner showcasing seasonal dishes
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Complimentary champagne and orange juice for brunch cruises
Whether opting for a brunch or dinner experience, guests can expect an enjoyable journey with delectable cuisine and picturesque vistas of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the San Francisco Bay.
Buffet Brunch Menu
For the Mothers Day brunch, passengers can expect a bountiful buffet spread.
The early riser section features breakfast pastries, smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, breakfast meats, and French toast.
The late riser section offers a Caesar salad, Greek salad, sun-dried tomato pasta salad, birria-style chicken, oven-roasted salmon, and hand-carved tri-tip steak.
Dessert includes seasonal cakes, brownies, and fresh fruit.
Unlimited coffee, hot tea, and iced tea are included, as well as champagne and orange juice.
Passengers can savor the spread while taking in the stunning views of the San Francisco skyline during the 2-2.5 hour cruise.
Plated Dinner Menu
A plated dinner menu is offered for those opting for a more formal dining experience during the Mothers Day cruise.
The menu includes:
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Starter: Grilled peach salad, roasted red pepper bisque, cheese and charcuterie
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Main: Pan-seared chicken, chili-rubbed salmon, zaatar flat iron steak, potato gnocchi
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Dessert: Chocolate toffee crunch cake, Basque cheesecake, pineapple upside-down cake, mixed berries
Diners can expect a fine-dining experience with expertly prepared seasonal dishes and creative desserts to celebrate the special occasion.
More Great Tours NearbyInclusions and Amenities
The cruise includes a variety of amenities to enhance the Mothers Day experience.
Guests will enjoy a scenic cruise along the San Francisco Bay, accompanied by a buffet brunch or plated dinner. The brunch package includes champagne and orange juice, while unlimited coffee, hot tea, and iced tea are available for all.
Creative cocktails, wine, and beer can be purchased on board. Hotel pick-up and drop-off, as well as gratuity, are included.
Wheelchair accessibility on the boarding deck allows for easy embarkation, though stairs are required to access the outer decks.
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Getting There
Guests can find the meeting point for the Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise at Pier 3 on the Embarcadero at Washington Street, a 10-minute walk from the Embarcadero BART Station.
The meeting point for the Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise is a 10-minute walk from the Embarcadero BART Station at Pier 3 on the Embarcadero.
The cruise is wheelchair accessible, but stairs are required for the outer decks. Guests should bring a photo ID for Coast Guard regulations, and wear semi-formal attire like nice slacks and a collared shirt.
The menu is subject to change, so guests should inform their server of any food allergies.
To get to the cruise:
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Take BART to the Embarcadero Station.
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Walk 10 minutes to Pier 3 on the Embarcadero.
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Look for the Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise meeting point.
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Board the cruise and enjoy the relaxing sightseeing experience.
Dress Code and Special Considerations
Recommended attire for the Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise is semi-formal, with guests encouraged to wear nice slacks and a collared shirt.
Infants can attend for free, but parents must obtain a free infant ticket. Coast Guard regulations require all passengers to provide photo ID when boarding.
The cruise’s interior decks are wheelchair accessible, but stairs are required to access the outer decks. Guests should inform their server of any food allergies, as the menu is subject to change.
Menu and Allergy Considerations
While the menu for the Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise is subject to change, guests can expect a range of seasonal and locally-sourced dishes.
For brunch, the buffet includes:
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Early Riser items like breakfast pastries, smoked salmon, and scrambled eggs.
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Late Riser options such as Caesar salad, birria-style chicken, and oven-roasted salmon.
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Desserts featuring seasonal cakes, brownies, and fresh fruit.
The plated dinner menu offers a starter, main course, and dessert.
Diners can choose from starters like grilled peach salad, mains like pan-seared chicken, and desserts like chocolate toffee crunch cake.
Guests with food allergies should inform their server.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Infants Permitted to Attend the Cruise?
Infants are permitted to attend the cruise. According to the information provided, infants can join for free with the selection of a free infant ticket.
What Is the Duration of the Cruise?
The cruise lasts 2 to 2.5 hours. According to the details provided, the San Francisco Mothers Day Brunch or Dinner Bay Cruise has a duration of 2 to 2.5 hours.
Can I Bring My Own Food and Drinks on Board?
No, passengers cannot bring their own food or drinks on board. The cruise package includes a buffet brunch or plated dinner, as well as unlimited coffee, tea, and champagne/orange juice for brunch. Additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
Is There a Dress Code for the Event?
The cruise has a recommended semi-formal dress code, such as nice slacks and a collared shirt. Guests should avoid casual attire like shorts, t-shirts, and flip-flops to maintain the event’s atmosphere.
Can I Cancel My Reservation and Receive a Refund?
The event has a non-refundable cancellation policy, so cancelling the reservation won’t result in a refund. However, customers can contact the provider to inquire about any potential exceptions or rescheduling options that may be available.
The Sum Up
The Mother’s Day Bay Cruise in San Francisco offers a memorable experience with stunning views, delectable cuisine, and live entertainment. It’s an ideal way to celebrate and honor mothers, with accessibility and a semi-formal dress code ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable outing. Whether opting for the brunch or dinner menu, this cruise is sure to make for a special Mother’s Day celebration.
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