Comments on: Ten unforgettable city cruises

By: Don Nadeau

Don Nadeau — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:42:43 +0000

Instead of regular tourist-oriented and more expensive bay cruises, take a boat operated by government run Golden Gate Ferry, a great “on-the-cheap” alternative in San Francisco. These can be used in conjunction with Golden Gate Transit once you are “across the bridge” in Marin County.

The most popular run takes you to Sausalito for fine views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Oakland Bay Bridge, and the skyline of San Francisco.

Golden Gate ferries leave from the Ferry Building at the east end of Market Street, within easy walking distance of most hostels and hotels. Or, you can take the historic “F” streetcar line from anywhere along Market Street or from the Fisherman’s Wharf area to the Ferry Building.

http://www.goldengateferry.org/

http://www.goldengatetransit.org/

travel.nytimes.com/travel/guides/north-america/united-states/california/sausalito/overview.html

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By: Juno

Juno — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:29:02 +0000

Oh I love the view of Rio! What a wild view!! Awesome. One of my best was a ferry between north and south island of New Zealand. It was stunning weather, and the view! All nature green.
Great list!

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By: Lilian

Lilian — Sun, 02 May 2010 11:09:20 +0000

I’ve only tried the Hong Kong and Shanghai one before so far. Look forward to trying the rest in future!

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By: velvet

velvet — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:03:34 +0000

Thanks for your comment and tip Sophie! The Oslo cruise is indeed beautiful. The Stockholm harbour cruise is another gorgeous trip.

Cheers,
Keith

By: Sophie

Sophie — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:01:04 +0000

Since you only have one harbour cruise in Europe, I’ll suggest adding Oslo, taking in moutains, forests, fjords, islands, a medieval castle/fortress and the fabulous new Oslo Opera House, rivalling Sydney’s

Hop-on hop-off minicruises operate several times daily in Oslo harbour and you can get off/on at City Hall, the Bygdøy Maritime Museums and the Opera House. For more info, see http://www.nileguide.com/destination/oslo/things-to-do/minicruise-on-the-oslo-fjord-hop-on-hop-off/731188

By: velvet

velvet — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:46:39 +0000

Hehe, I’m saving places like London, Paris & Amsterdam for another post (on river cruises)! This post deals specifically with harbour cruises. Watch this space!

Cheers,
Keith

By: jen Laceda

jen Laceda — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:30:56 +0000

I’m partial to Paris also. he he. I know, I know, so touristy…but it’s also sooooo romantic!! Hey, why is Amsterdam not on this list? hehehe….

By: velvet

velvet — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:30:48 +0000

Thanks for your comment Anil. Yup, the ferries are indeed a great way to see Istanbul for a pittance. If I remember correctly, I think the ferry in Istanbul costs 50 euro cents.

Cheers,
Keith

By: Anil

Anil — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:47:23 +0000

The ferries in Istanbul are a great way to get around or just see the sights at fairly low prices.

By: velvet

velvet — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:42:14 +0000

Thanks for your comment. That’s a great idea – the sunset cruise in Cape Town.

Hi Nico,
Thanks for the idea. I once walked the length of the Golden Gate to the park on the other side (can’t remember the name), then walked back across the bridge. A bicycle-ferry combination would’ve been a better idea. Haha!

Cheers,
Keith

By: saveoursmile

saveoursmile — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:51:48 +0000

for cape town, they have a nice catamaran sunset ride starting from 6:30 PM to 8 PM that is worth a try

By: AirTreks Nico

AirTreks Nico — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:38:44 +0000

The San Francisco Bay is pretty gorgeous, you’re right, with some of the world’s most famous landmarks visible from the water.

A fun thing to do is rent a bike and ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, a little town on the Marin County side of the bridge and take the ferry back to the Ferry Terminal. It’s super popular and it costs $8 for the ferry and about $30 for the bike for the full day.

I also once did a harbor cruise in Hamburg, Germany. Saw the 2nd largest container ship in the world (at the time)! It was pretty thrilling for teenager.

By: Gourmantic

Gourmantic — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:53:58 +0000

Great list! I’d love to cruise the Bosphorus one day.

Having just returned from there, I’d add a Lake Como cruise to my favourites. The views were stunning!

Nice to see my hometown Sydney featured in your list