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Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise

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Overview

Experience the eerie ambiance of Alcatraz Island at night with an audio-guided tour, including a San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise at your convenience.

Board the ferry for an exclusive night tour with live narration and a unique "around the island" route. See the Golden Gate Bridge silhouette at sunset, join a cell door demonstration, and hear captivating stories of former residents. Use an informative audio guide to explore Alcatraz's haunting history in multiple languages. Visit exhibits detailing the island's compelling past.

Also, enjoy an audio-narrated Bay sightseeing cruise on a comfortable boat with indoor and outdoor seating, passing landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridge.

Please note: If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour. Otherwise, the Bay Cruise may be taken any other time or day according to the schedule.

The Alcatraz Night tour is not available Sundays and Mondays.

What's Included

  • Alcatraz Island nighttime admission fee ($56.30 value)
  • Roundtrip ferry to Alcatraz Island at night
  • 1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise
  • Food and drinks
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San Francisco, California, United States

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What To Expect

San Francisco Bay

Starting from Pier 39, enjoy a narrated 1-hour sightseeing cruise across San Francisco Bay on a comfortable boat with both indoor and outdoor seating. Enjoy the stunning views and pass by famous landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Bay Bridge.Note that if you wish to take the Bay Cruise and the Alcatraz Night Tour on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz Tour.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Alcatraz Island

Board the ferry at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) for your special night tour of Alcatraz Island. Your exclusive tour starts with a narrated ferry ride to Alcatraz, taking a unique "around the island" route. Experience the island's evening ambiance, admire the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset, and hear captivating inmate stories. Use the audio guide, available in multiple languages, to delve into Alcatraz's history. Enjoy activities led by expert historians and explore various exhibits. The Alcatraz Night Tour offers a unique experience for a limited number of visitors each evening.Note that if you wish to take the Bay Cruise and the Alcatraz Night Tour on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz Tour.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Alcatraz Island nighttime admission fee ($56.30 value).
  • Roundtrip ferry to Alcatraz Island at night.
  • 1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise.
  • Audio guide in multiple languages.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Alcatraz Island nighttime admission fee ($56.30 value)
  • Roundtrip ferry to Alcatraz Island at night
  • 1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise
  • Audio guide in multiple languages
  • Food and drinks

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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