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About this venue
Begin your happily ever after with San Francisco’s cityscape as your backdrop. You’ll depart from renown Pier 3 on the Embarcadero – the heart of the waterfront, and your guests will awe in wonder at iconic San Francisco skyline views of the Ferry Building, Salesforce Tower, the Coit Tower, Treasure Island, and the Bay Bridge… all before you set sail! Enjoy a lively reception indoors where our all-inclusive packages cater to every budget and style, an experience all its own for locals and your out-of-town friends and family alike.
Our event spaces
California Hornblower
The California Hornblower is BACK and better than ever! Come experience our newly renovated vessel.
The California Hornblower is City Cruises San Francisco’s flagship yacht and was constructed to blend classic and the contemporary styles. This 183 foot vessel comfortably accommodates up to 510 passengers for dining on three spacious, climate controlled decks. Her expansive sundeck opens to gorgeous panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, creating the ideal setting for any event. Guest can enjoy the abundant open space available on the outer decks and take in the sights cruising by. Deep mocha and gray furnishings, brass nautical details and tile dance floors showcase a polished elegance.
Guest capacity
Up to 510 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
San Francisco Spirit
Your wedding is better on the water
Alive with a vibrant aesthetics, the San Francisco Spirit features modern details inside and out. Color-changing LED lights throughout the vessel transform the mood and feel onboard. Three spacious interior decks allow the versatility to have your dining reception or cocktail hour comfortably on this sleek and luxurious yacht. Her spacious sundeck and forward bow allow guests to take in the gorgeous views of the city skyline, creating the picture-perfect backdrop to your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 400 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Empress Hornblower
Feel the breeze and enjoy the views.
With classic charm and style, the Empress Hornblower resembles a turn of the century riverboat. Her two interior decks feature art deco inspired brass chandeliers, wall sconces, rich mahogany bars and plush carpeting that furbish the dining areas for a simple and elegant ambiance. The wraparound outer and top decks allow guests to step out and take in the sights of the bay from any level. Her spacious sundeck opens to picture-perfect views of the San Francisco Bay.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Sunset Hornblower
Create unforgettable moments that you and your guests will treasure.
With an interior as impressive as the vistas outside, the Sunset Hornblower is the perfect venue for medium-sized groups. Highlights include round dining tables, polished hardwood columns and exposed overhead beams that emphasize her charm. New plush, neutral-toned carpets and rich mahogany woodwork round out her fresh and updated look. Her spacious upper deck boasts gorgeous french doors that open to spectacular views that make a stylish backdrop for your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Pier 3, Hornblower Landing
Located two piers north of the iconic Ferry Building, the landing offers amazing views of the city skyline, Coit Tower, and the Bay Bridge.
Pier 3, Hornblower Landing is a perfect venue to host product launches, concerts, after-parties, or any other type of event you may have in mind. The Venue features up to 120,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space between Hornblower’s three San Francisco yachts and pier event space. Any or all yachts can cruise during your event or stay dockside. To reserve Pier 3, Hornblower Landing for your next event, at least one yacht must be booked (dockside or sailing) in addition to Pier 3. The Hornblower team offers full-service event planning, designing, permitting, and production to ensure your event runs smoothly.
Guest capacity
Up to 5000 Seated
Square footage
120,000
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
California Hornblower
The California Hornblower is BACK and better than ever! Come experience our newly renovated vessel.
The California Hornblower is City Cruises San Francisco’s flagship yacht and was constructed to blend classic and the contemporary styles. This 183 foot vessel comfortably accommodates up to 510 passengers for dining on three spacious, climate controlled decks. Her expansive sundeck opens to gorgeous panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, creating the ideal setting for any event. Guest can enjoy the abundant open space available on the outer decks and take in the sights cruising by. Deep mocha and gray furnishings, brass nautical details and tile dance floors showcase a polished elegance.
Guest capacity
Up to 510 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
San Francisco Spirit
Your wedding is better on the water
Alive with a vibrant aesthetics, the San Francisco Spirit features modern details inside and out. Color-changing LED lights throughout the vessel transform the mood and feel onboard. Three spacious interior decks allow the versatility to have your dining reception or cocktail hour comfortably on this sleek and luxurious yacht. Her spacious sundeck and forward bow allow guests to take in the gorgeous views of the city skyline, creating the picture-perfect backdrop to your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 400 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Empress Hornblower
Feel the breeze and enjoy the views.
With classic charm and style, the Empress Hornblower resembles a turn of the century riverboat. Her two interior decks feature art deco inspired brass chandeliers, wall sconces, rich mahogany bars and plush carpeting that furbish the dining areas for a simple and elegant ambiance. The wraparound outer and top decks allow guests to step out and take in the sights of the bay from any level. Her spacious sundeck opens to picture-perfect views of the San Francisco Bay.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Sunset Hornblower
Create unforgettable moments that you and your guests will treasure.
With an interior as impressive as the vistas outside, the Sunset Hornblower is the perfect venue for medium-sized groups. Highlights include round dining tables, polished hardwood columns and exposed overhead beams that emphasize her charm. New plush, neutral-toned carpets and rich mahogany woodwork round out her fresh and updated look. Her spacious upper deck boasts gorgeous french doors that open to spectacular views that make a stylish backdrop for your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Pier 3, Hornblower Landing
Located two piers north of the iconic Ferry Building, the landing offers amazing views of the city skyline, Coit Tower, and the Bay Bridge.
Pier 3, Hornblower Landing is a perfect venue to host product launches, concerts, after-parties, or any other type of event you may have in mind. The Venue features up to 120,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space between Hornblower’s three San Francisco yachts and pier event space. Any or all yachts can cruise during your event or stay dockside. To reserve Pier 3, Hornblower Landing for your next event, at least one yacht must be booked (dockside or sailing) in addition to Pier 3. The Hornblower team offers full-service event planning, designing, permitting, and production to ensure your event runs smoothly.
Guest capacity
Up to 5000 Seated
Square footage
120,000
Included in this room:
• Two-hour lunch cruise • Champagne toast • Cash cocktail bar • Two or three-hour dinner cruise • Plated, food station, or buffet menu • Dessert or wedding cake • Background music • China, linens, glassware • Service staff & bartenders • Complimentary cake cutting • In-office coordinator • One-year anniversary dinner
Available services that can be provided by City Cruises San Francisco
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
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