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Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Hornblower Cruises & Events has provided stunning venues for unique events, weddings, birthdays and anniversaries along with spectacular celebrations of all kinds for 26 years! Enjoy magnificent skyline views, fine cuisine and refreshing ocean breezes aboard a sparkling dining cruise. We offer the ease and convenience of reserving a dining cruise or specialty cruises online. Purchase Hornblower gift certificates for the perfect way to let someone experience our elegant cruises in ports all across California. Only on a luxury yachting adventure can your guests feel this pampered, privileged, relaxed and refreshed. It takes the art of entertaining to a whole new level. No matter what the occasion - holiday party, client entertainment, awards banquet or wedding - You and your guests will remember it for years to come.

Hornblower Cruises & Events

Hornblower Landing
Pier 3
San Francisco, CA 94111
Maximum Capacity: 4220
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Hornblower Cruises & Events has provided stunning venues for unique events, weddings, birthdays and anniversaries along with spectacular celebrations of all kinds for 26 years! Enjoy magnificent skyline views, fine cuisine and refreshing ocean breezes aboard a sparkling dining cruise. We offer the ease and convenience of reserving a dining cruise or specialty cruises online. Purchase Hornblower gift certificates for the perfect way to let someone experience our elegant cruises in ports all across California. Only on a luxury yachting adventure can your guests feel this pampered, privileged, relaxed and refreshed. It takes the art of entertaining to a whole new level. No matter what the occasion - holiday party, client entertainment, awards banquet or wedding - You and your guests will remember it for years to come. To enhance the service and the style of your event Hornblower offers many special features. Choose from upgraded service options, custom florals, meeting equipment rentals, transportation, entertainment and theme options to make your event truly yours. Ask your charter representative for details.
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Amenities & Features

Amenities
  • Air Conditioned
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Open Deck Area
  • Outdoor Function Area
Features
Credit Cards Accepted: Yes.
Facility Location Setting: Located on Pier 3 in San Francisco.
Max Number of People for an Event: 2000
Nearest Airport: 16-25 miles
Nearest Overnight Accommodations: Less than 1 mile
Nearest Public Transportation: Less than 1 mile
Special Features: The arresting skyline of the "City by the Bay" includes the landmark TransAmerica Pyramid, Embarcadero Center's four "fingers", and Coit Tower on Telegraph Hill. Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy the lights adorning the Bay Bridge at night.
Year Built: 1980
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Admiral Hornblower 60 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 60 people
Admiral Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Twin sisters, Admiral and Captain Hornblower, are versatile and perfect for small groups of 20 to 40 guests. Though the smallest vessels of the San Francisco fleet, their catamaran hulls were custom designed to insure smooth, comfortable cruising. They are the perfect mingling space. They comfortably seat up to 32 guests for dining in their upper salons while the lower decks feature the dance floors and bars and can accommodate additional guests for dinner.Admiral Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Suitable for intimate gatherings of up to 75 passengers, she is fully equipped with a parquet dance floor, stereo sound system, and fully stocked bar. Upper deck and lower deck seating can accommodate a total of up to 60 guests for cocktails and buffet, or 50 for seated dinner affairs. Admiral is outfitted with fully-equipped galleys, where all cuisine is prepared on board by talented Hornblower chefs. Guests enjoy elegant meals served at tables set with white linens and china.Admiral Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Lower deck of the Admiral Hornblower.
Twin sisters, Admiral and Captain Hornblower, are versatile and perfect for small groups of 20 to 40 guests. Though the smallest vessels of the San Francisco fleet, their catamaran hulls were custom designed to insure smooth, comfortable cruising. They are the perfect mingling space. They comfortably seat up to 32 guests for dining in their upper salons while the lower decks feature the dance floors and bars and can accommodate additional guests for dinner.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 50 People
Reception
Capacity: 60 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: Admiral is outfitted with fully-equipped galleys, where all cuisine is prepared on board by talented Hornblower chefs. Guests enjoy elegant meals served at tables set with white linens and china.
  • Special Features: Suitable for intimate gatherings of up to 75 passengers, she is fully equipped with a parquet dance floor, stereo sound system, and a fully stocked bar.

California Hornblower 600 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 600 people
California Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — The flagship of Hornblower's fleet is a majestic vessel, perfect for the world's most scenic waterway. Her three spacious salons feature full service bars, hardwood dance floors, brass, teak and mahogany appointments. Large windows throughout provide spectacular views from every seat. The Captain's Lounge is the penthouse suite and accommodates 70 to 100 guests for dinner. The Clerestory Deck comfortably accommodates 250 to 300 guests for dinner while the Main Deck can accommodate 200 to 250 guests.California Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Captains lounge.California Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Customized California cuisine is prepared fresh on board by talented chefs in the Cal's own galley, and served by attentive, nautically-attired stewards. Guests dine at tables graced with white linens, china, and sparkling silver.
The flagship of Hornblower's fleet is a majestic vessel, perfect for the world's most scenic waterway. Her three spacious salons feature full service bars, hardwood dance floors, brass, teak and mahogany appointments. Large windows throughout provide spectacular views from every seat. The Captain's Lounge is the penthouse suite and accommodates 70 to 100 guests for dinner. The Clerestory Deck comfortably accommodates 250 to 300 guests for dinner while the Main Deck can accommodate 200 to 250 guests.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 600 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: Her three spacious salons feature full service bars, hardwood dance floors, brass, teak and mahogany appointments. Large windows throughout provide spectacular views from every seat.
  • Special Features: California cuisine is prepared fresh on board by talented chefs in the Cal's own galley, and served by attentive, nautically-attired stewards. Guests dine at tables graced with white linens, china, and sparkling silver.

Captain Hornblower 60 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 60 people
Captain Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Twin sisters, Admiral and Captain Hornblower, are versatile and perfect for small groups of 20 to 40 guests. Though the smallest vessels of the San Francisco fleet their catamaran hulls were custom designed to insure smooth, comfortable cruising. They are the perfect mingling space. They comfortably seat up to 32 guests for dining in their upper salons while the lower decks feature the dance floors and bars and can accommodate additional guests for dinner.Captain Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Suitable for intimate gatherings of up to 75 passengers, she is fully equipped with a parquet dance floor, stereo sound system, and fully stocked bar. Upper deck and lower deck seating can accommodate a total of up to 60 guests for cocktails and buffet, or 50 for seated dinner affairs. Captain is outfitted with fully-equipped galleys, where all cuisine is prepared on board by talented Hornblower chefs. Guests enjoy elegant meals served at tables set with white linens and china.Captain Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco
Twin sisters, Admiral and Captain Hornblower, are versatile and perfect for small groups of 20 to 40 guests. Though the smallest vessels of the San Francisco fleet their catamaran hulls were custom designed to insure smooth, comfortable cruising. They are the perfect mingling space. They comfortably seat up to 32 guests for dining in their upper salons while the lower decks feature the dance floors and bars and can accommodate additional guests for dinner.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 50 People
Reception
Capacity: 60 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: Captain is outfitted with fully-equipped galleys, where all cuisine is prepared on board by talented Hornblower chefs. Guests enjoy elegant meals served at tables set with white linens and china.
  • Special Features: Suitable for intimate gatherings of up to 75 passengers, she is fully equipped with a parquet dance floor, stereo sound system, and a fully stocked bar.

Commodore Hornblower 150 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 150 people
Commodore Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — With exotic hardwood and brass, this beauty's a classic. Commodore Hornblower is a distinctive example of Hornblower's style. Her charm and grace are perfect for entertaining your group of 60 to 80 guests. Mahogany bars, large dance floor, panoramic views and her nautical decor provide the perfect ambiance for your party. The upper deck seating areas accommodates 8 tables of 6 guests while the lower deck holds plenty of room for additional guests and entertainment.Commodore Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San FranciscoCommodore Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco
With exotic hardwood and brass, this beauty's a classic. Commodore Hornblower is a distinctive example of Hornblower's style. Her charm and grace are perfect for entertaining your group of 60 to 80 guests. Mahogany bars, large dance floor, panoramic views and her nautical decor provide the perfect ambiance for your party. The upper deck seating areas accommodates 8 tables of 6 guests while the lower deck holds plenty of room for additional guests and entertainment.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 150 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: Mahogany bars, large dance floor, panoramic views and her nautical decor provide the perfect ambiance for your party.
  • Special Features: The upper deck seating areas accommodates 8 tables of 6 guests while the lower deck holds plenty of room for additional guests and entertainment.

Empress Hornblower 500 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 500 people
Empress Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — With an interior reminiscent of a turn-of-the-century paddlewheel riverboat the Empress Hornblower delivers a classic elegance. She provides the amenities of a luxurious banquet room with chandeliers, mahogany bars and dance floors. Like all royalty, this lady can handle black tie events but she is versatile enough to handle something a little more off beat like a Mariachi band and limbo contest on her expansive sundeck. The main deck seats 80 to 100 guests for dinner while the upper deck accommodates 60 to 70 guests.Empress Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Built in Freeport, Florida in 1988, the design of the Empress Hornblower harkens back to the classic paddle wheelers of the Mississippi, bringing character and style to the San Francisco Bay. All meals are prepared fresh on board in the vessel's fully-equipped galley. Tables graced with white linens and china provide the final touch for an elegant dining experience.Empress Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco
With an interior reminiscent of a turn-of-the-century paddlewheel riverboat the Empress Hornblower delivers a classic elegance. She provides the amenities of a luxurious banquet room with chandeliers, mahogany bars and dance floors. Like all royalty, this lady can handle black tie events but she is versatile enough to handle something a little more off beat like a Mariachi band and limbo contest on her expansive sundeck. The main deck seats 80 to 100 guests for dinner while the upper deck accommodates 60 to 70 guests.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 500 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: She provides the amenities of a luxurious banquet room with chandeliers, mahogany bars and dance floors.
  • Special Features: The main deck seats 80 to 100 guests for dinner while the upper deck accommodates 60 to 70 guests.

Ferryboat Santa Rosa 500 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 500 people
Ferryboat Santa Rosa, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Perfect for shore side charter events, while providing full nautical ambiance, the Ferryboat Santa Rosa features a large ballroom on her lower deck with a full bar. Located just steps from downtown San Francisco, she is convenient to commerce, transportation and conference centers. The Pier 3 location affords a spectacular view of the Bay Bridge, with its festive nighttime lighting, Coit Tower and Telegraph Hill and the San Francisco skyline. Guests can survey the Bay from outside walks at either end of the lower deck, or from the expansive open roof deck. Plenty of guest parking space is an added attraction.Ferryboat Santa Rosa, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — The Ferryboat, which also houses Hornblower's corporate offices and call processing center, was built in 1927 by General Engineering in Alameda, CA. She is emblematic of the dozens of two-ended auto ferries, with characteristic dual pilot houses, that moved cars to and from nearby Pier 1 and the Ferry Building before and during the great bridge construction era of the 1930's.Ferryboat Santa Rosa, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco
Perfect for shore side charter events, while providing full nautical ambiance, the Ferryboat Santa Rosa features a large ballroom on her lower deck with a full bar. Located just steps from downtown San Francisco, she is convenient to commerce, transportation and conference centers. The Pier 3 location affords a spectacular view of the Bay Bridge, with its festive nighttime lighting, Coit Tower and Telegraph Hill and the San Francisco skyline. Guests can survey the Bay from outside walks at either end of the lower deck, or from the expansive open roof deck. Plenty of guest parking space is an added attraction.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 500 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: Perfect for shore side charter events, while providing full nautical ambiance, the Ferryboat Santa Rosa features a large ballroom on her lower deck with a full bar.
  • Special Features: Located steps from downtown San Francisco, she is convenient to commerce, transportation and conference centers. Perfect for shore side charter events while providing full nautical ambiance.

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San Francisco Belle 2200 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 2200 people
San Francisco Belle, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — The beautifully renovated Belle is the crown jewel of San Francisco Bay. From bow to stern her decks are a grand expression of Art Nouveau. This stern wheeler features three enclosed decks, a spacious sun deck and complete wrap around decks that fulfill all your event destination needs from trade shows to cocktail parties. For groups of 250 to 600 guests per deck, she is a San Francisco landmark. Her presence on the bay will capture your imagination with it's grandeur and style that is uniquely San Francisco.San Francisco Belle, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — The Belle evokes memories of Mark Twain, the Barbary Coast and languid riverboat cruises down the Mississippi at the turn of the last century. Her classic lines, stern paddlewheel and ornate detailing recall the great riverboats of the late 1800's, when a river cruise was a relaxed and elegant affair.San Francisco Belle, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San FranciscoSan Francisco Belle, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco
The beautifully renovated Belle is the crown jewel of San Francisco Bay. From bow to stern her decks are a grand expression of Art Nouveau. This stern wheeler features three enclosed decks, a spacious sun deck and complete wrap around decks that fulfill all your event destination needs from trade shows to cocktail parties. For groups of 250 to 600 guests per deck, she is a San Francisco landmark. Her presence on the bay will capture your imagination with it's grandeur and style that is uniquely San Francisco.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 2200 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: This stern wheeler features three enclosed decks, a spacious sun deck and complete wrap around decks that fulfill all your event destination needs from trade shows to cocktail parties
  • Special Features: For groups of 250 to 600 guests per deck, she is a San Francisco landmark. Her presence on the bay will capture your imagination with it's grandeur and style that is uniquely San Francisco.

Sunset Hornblower 150 max cap


Boat or Ship Max Capacity: 150 people
Sunset Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Sleek and contemporary, the Sunset Hornblower's interior is as impressive as the views from the decks. She is exquisitely appointed with mahogany paneling, full service bars, luxurious carpets and panoramic views from both decks. She offers the perfect solution for hosts looking to dazzle their group of 70 to 100 guests. Seating above 60 guests is split over both levels. She is well designed for that cocktail party, meeting or anything else you could dream of.Sunset Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco — Sunset Hornblower came to San Francisco from her home in Providence, Rhode Island in May of 1999. The five-week journey via the Panama Canal, came to an end as she sailed under the Golden Gate Bridge and was escourted to her new Berkeley home in a boat parade of her new sister ships.Sunset Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San FranciscoSunset Hornblower, Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Francisco
Sleek and contemporary, the Sunset Hornblower's interior is as impressive as the views from the decks. She is exquisitely appointed with mahogany paneling, full service bars, luxurious carpets and panoramic views from both decks. She offers the perfect solution for hosts looking to dazzle their group of 70 to 100 guests. Seating above 60 guests is split over both levels. She is well designed for that cocktail party, meeting or anything else you could dream of.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 150 People
Amenities
  • Access to Electricity
  • Access to Running Water
  • Air Conditioned
  • Covered Deck
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Full Service Galley/Catering
  • Open Deck Area
  • Rest Room Facilities
  • Wet Bar
Features
  • Atmosphere/Decor: She is exquisitely appointed with mahogany paneling, full service bars, luxurious carpets and panoramic views from both decks.
  • Special Features: She offers the perfect solution for hosts looking to dazzle their group of 70 to 100 guests. Seating above 60 guests is split over both levels. She is well designed for that cocktail party, meeting or anything else you could dream of.
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