Pensacola Bay City Ferry
Pensacola Bay City Ferry
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
MARCH - OCTOBER, 2022: Pensacola Bay City Ferry is a passenger ferry service that moves people between three destinations: Downtown Pensacola (750 Commendencia St in Pensacola), Pensacola Beach aka Quietwater Boardwalk (400 Quietwater Beach Rd in Pensacola Beach) and Fort Pickens at the Gulf Islands National Seashore. (The dock at Ft. Pickens is currently closed due to damage from hurricane Sally) Pensacola Bay City Ferry offers one way and round trip tickets throughout the day, as well as Group Rates. Pensacola Bay City Ferry uses two 149-passenger ferries which feature concessions, restrooms, an indoor climate-controlled seating area and an upper level for beautiful panoramic views. Our Mine Storeroom is located near the Ft. Pickens ferry dock (currently closed) and offers drinks for purchase! MARCH-NOVEMBER: Blue Angel Practice Cruises. Catch our hometown heroes perform their practice shows over NAS Pensacola. Sunset Cruises; watch the sun go down over Pensacola Bay.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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  • Greg S
    Gulf Breeze, Florida437 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The crew are all welcoming and friendly
    Easy to book. Easy parking. Bar open when you board so you can enjoy a drink as the ship leaves the dock . Great view of Pensacola Bay. Relaxing with oldies playing in the background. Extremely pleasant & friendly crew. This is something even locals would enjoy!
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 6, 2023
  • Leila M
    Milton, Florida4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enjoyed the fireworks trip
    Staff was amazing. I have to use a walker to get around and they were very attentive to my needs. Wish I could say the same for fellow travelers. I could not go out and walk around and there were several instances where someone stood in front of my only view. Please be aware of the needs of others.
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written July 5, 2023
  • jorgeg1978
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great time
    Took the kid out for the sunset cruise. Crew were amazing and very helpful. Adult beverages, snacks, regular beverages, etc all for sell on the boat at a reasonable price. All facilities were clean and well taken care of. Great views of the bay.
    Visited July 2023
    Written July 19, 2023
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jorgeg1978
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
Took the kid out for the sunset cruise. Crew were amazing and very helpful. Adult beverages, snacks, regular beverages, etc all for sell on the boat at a reasonable price. All facilities were clean and well taken care of. Great views of the bay.
Written July 19, 2023
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Leila M
Milton, FL4 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
Staff was amazing. I have to use a walker to get around and they were very attentive to my needs.
Wish I could say the same for fellow travelers. I could not go out and walk around and there were several instances where someone stood in front of my only view.
Please be aware of the needs of others.
Written July 5, 2023
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Greg S
Gulf Breeze, FL437 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
Easy to book. Easy parking. Bar open when you board so you can enjoy a drink as the ship leaves the dock . Great view of Pensacola Bay. Relaxing with oldies playing in the background. Extremely pleasant & friendly crew. This is something even locals would enjoy!
Written June 6, 2023
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Katryn P
Whitefish, MT3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Couples
The crew was professional and friendly. There was also a volunteer who was knowledgeable and walked around answering questions. The Blue Angels practice demonstration was amazing.
Written May 21, 2023
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retiredJB
Pensacola, FL1,562 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
Of course, a beautiful day and calm seas add to the pleasure of the cruise. Very nice indoor area and spacious outdoor area. During the Blue Angel practice, they had a connection with the #1 jet, so we could hear the commands. Crew very friendly and pleasant. They did have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Written November 12, 2022
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Gail W
Pace, FL42 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
We took out of town friends on a Blues Cruise and no one was disappointed! The ride was smooth and the Captain did a great job letting us know when to expect the Blues practice to begin. There is not a bad viewing spot on this ship!
Written August 27, 2022
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TNmom
1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • Family
For those seeking advice for Blue Angels practice cruise: On cruise we took this is what I found. Upper deck rear, lower deck bow port side are probably best views however in the sun. Upper deck port great views, seat against rail & some shade. Lower deck port great views, stand against rails and full shade. For little ones or those with sensitive ears, consider ear plugs/muffs or be prepared to cover ears about a dozen times. Fun trip and got to see most of a great show after we figured out we were not in a good spot for viewing (Upper deck starboard in front so wheelhouse blocked view). If you can clearly see the lighthouse and land to either side, it will be a good show for you.
Written July 27, 2022
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rmurphree1953
Gulf Shores, AL34 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
Since the Blue Angel practices are closed to the general public (only military active, and retirees allowed on the base) we decided to try a different vantage point. We took the Pensacola Bay City Ferry Boat. Great choice and price. Parking was easy at the dock; boat ride was comfortable and beautiful. Food and drinks (adult beverages too) were reasonably priced. We arrived at 9:15, boarded the boat at 9:45 and departed out at 10:00. The boat ride out to the viewing area (at the Light house that is at the end of the runway) was 20 to 30 minutes. We had great views of the Blues as the crisscrossed overhead for the entire practice and returned back as scheduled at 12:00. Friendly crew and clean bathrooms on board.
Great day and will do it again!!
Written July 19, 2022
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CabanaWoman
Shreveport, LA228 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022
We took a Blue Angels practice cruise that was just right for our family group of all ages. The boat was clean, comfortable, had good amenities and viewing of the Blue Angels working their sky magic. The cruise out and back were interesting, the price reasonable and free parking close. The morning cruise set the stage for a fun day.
Written July 4, 2022
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Jc17276
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021
Our trip to watch the Blue Angles in Pensacola Beach from the boat was just great, the Crew and Captain did a GREAT job . but the parking was just a joke not the fault of PBC but of FOO FOO committee. I've just posted these email to them.

my Email to FOO FOO committee:

I'm letting you know that I purchased, 2 tickets on Pensacola Bay Cruises (start at 1pm) for the Blue Angles show on 11/6/2021.they told me we had FREE parking with our tickets. So my wife and I and 2 friends went to Pensacola from Orange Beach at 1030 am arriving at about 1110am..I told the parking person on the street I had tickets and where should i park. He directed me straight ahead (West Cedar st) , Well that took us to Commendencia st parking . The lady there stated it not FREE it will be $20.00 but pointed towards Pensacola Bay Cruises building and stated that all free parking is there if i want. So I turned around and not one place was open. Why you ask, well ! Every vendor for FooFoo Fest was taking up 3 to 6 parking spaces for their trailers and then one or two for each of their vehicles and how do i know this, the STICKER in the window stating VENDOR !So after driving around the lots, I had to pay for my parking.. NOT the VENDORs, who made money at the FOO FOO mess, but me who paid for a tickets on Pensacola Bay Cruises !
I'm not sure PENSACOLA FOO FOO committee gave any hoot about the visitors just the MONEY shame on you.
Written November 7, 2021
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Jim, thank you for your kind words about our crew and captain. We strive to provide great customer service. I'm sorry to hear about your parking frustrations. It was very frustrating for us as well. Hopefully we will be able to work with the city and prevent these parking issues in the future.
Written November 12, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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PENSACOLA BAY CITY FERRY: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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Pensacola Bay City Ferry is open:
  • Mon - Thu 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Fri - Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sat - Sun 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM