Ship Tours

Date & Time

Tuesday October 3

10:00am-4:00pm

(Pier 30-32 only)

 

Wednesday October 4

10:00am-2:00pm

(Pier 30-32 only)

 

Thursday October 5

10:00am-4:00pm

(Pier 30-32 only)

 

Friday October 6

No Ship Tours

 

Saturday and Sunday

October 7-8

10:00am-4:00pm

(Piers 30-32 & 35)

 

Monday October 9

(Piers 30-32 & 35)

9:00am-12:00pm

Info

This event is free.
Volunteer at this Event

Come climb aboard the amphibious carriers, cutters, destroyers and cruisers docked at the Embarcadero and get a glimpse into the day-to-day lives of the sailors serving in the U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Coast Guard.

Join us on the San Francisco waterfront to tour our visiting ships docked at the Port of San Francisco and get a glimpse of the day-to-day lives of the sailors serving in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard.

We have several guides on this site to help you with information about planning your experience at Fleet Week under "Plan Your Trip".

Please Note: These piers are 1.7 miles apart on the waterfront. There will be two ships at each pier.

All ship tours are free of charge.

Tour lines are on a first-come, first-served basis.

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San Francisco Fleet Week is proud to welcome an amphibious transport dock and guided missile destroyer.

Conduct During Shipboard Tours

The public is encouraged to attend tours and interact with U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel.

Report any suspicious activity immediately to military or police personnel

  • Over 18 years of age must have a valid government-issued ID
  • Those 17 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • No large backpacks, oversized camera bags, or large purses
  • No holding areas for personal items - backpacks, strollers, bicycles, scooters, pets, etc.
  • All non-permitted items will not be allowed to remain on or near the pier areas. They will be removed from the pier and may be searched or otherwise disposed of.
  • No pre-registration or RSVP is required
  • Visitation to all participating vessels is on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Ship tours may not be appropriate for those with disabilities and access and functional needs or certain medical conditions. There are steep ladders (stairways) to climb and uneven surfaces to traverse on board the ship. An alternative experience will be provided on the pier for those who wish to learn more about the ships in Port.
  • Open-toe shoes are not recommended. High heels are not permitted.
  • Failure to consent to screening and inspection will result in denial of authorization to enter the property.
  • All visitors will remain with the tour guide at all times and will not deviate from the dedicated tour route.
  • Report any suspicious activity immediately to any military or police personnel.

 

Prohibited Items

All personnel is screened, and all bags are searched before entering the pier.

  • Defensive chemicals or sprays, including mace, pepper spray, and aerosol spray cans
  • Large backpacks, oversized camera bags, or large purses
  • Smoking, dipping, or chewing gum while onboard USN Ships or within 100FT of watch-standers
  • Illegal drugs and/or paraphernalia, including marijuana
  • Food and drinks, including ice chests and coolers
  • Pets (including service animals)
  • Guns, knives, clubs, or weapons of any kind
  • Skateboards/bicycles/scooters
  • Gang-related clothing
  • Fireworks, flammable liquids, or other explosives