San Francisco CityPASS
A bundle pass into Cal Academy, the bay cruise, and a choice of other top attractions.
The call
Worth it for the right traveler.
Why
- 01
Worth it ONLY if you'll actually do the big-ticket items (Cal Academy + a cruise + museums) at a fast clip.
Our read - 02
Slow travelers and museum-skippers leave value on the table.
Our read - 03
At $89.95 adult (vs $164.95 at the gate) it claims up to $75 in savings across four attractions, valid over a 9-day window.
citypass.com - 04
Two of the priciest stops — California Academy of Sciences and the Blue & Gold Bay Cruise — are included by default, doing a lot of the value lifting.
citypass.com
Is it a fit?
Think twice if
You are watching the budget
Save the money. San Francisco CityPASS does not return enough for the price.
You only have one day
Leave San Francisco CityPASS for a longer trip.
You want time outdoors
San Francisco CityPASS is the wrong stop for nature & scenery.
You are traveling with kids
With kids, San Francisco CityPASS needs the right timing and tolerance.
Plan it well
- Cost
- ~$94 (≈45% off gate)
- Timing
- Worthwhile when you'll hit all four within the 9-day window
- Booking
- $89.95 adult / $69.95 child; fixed: Cal Academy + Blue & Gold Bay Cruise, plus 2 choices; Bay Cruise and Exploratorium need advance reservations
- Allow
- Spread over 2-3 days
Consider instead
Sources and method (5)
- The pass bundles one-time admission to four attractions (including the California Academy of Sciences and a Blue & Gold Fleet bay cruise) at up to 45% off gate prices, valid for 9 days from first use citypass.com ↗
- colormelon.com ↗
- tripadvisor.com ↗
- getyourguide.com ↗
- yourusacityguide.com ↗