Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise
Overview
Choose between a daytime tour or a special nighttime tour of Alcatraz. The nighttime tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and talks from expert historians. Both tours include an award-winning audio guide available in multiple languages to delve into the prison's dark history and infamous escape attempts.
Additionally, enjoy a narrated 1-hour cruise with views of landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the Bay Bridge, and Pier 39 sea lions, all from the comfort of a boat with indoor and outdoor seating.
The time you select will be your Alcatraz ferry departure.
The ferry will leave on time at the specific time you booked from Pier 33.
You may take the Bay cruise on any day at any available departure time. These are 2 separate tours. Children 4 years and younger are free and do not need tickets.
For the Alcatraz Night tour, If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour.
What's Included
- 45-minute award-wining audio tour on Alcatraz Island
- Entrance/admission fee to Alcatraz Island (valued at $45.25 USD)
- Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33
- Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
- 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise
- Transportation to and from Pier 33 or Pier 39 (make your own way there)
- Food and Beverage
Meeting Location
San Francisco
CA 94133, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Alcatraz Island
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
San Francisco Bay
1 hour • 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please note that this package is 2 separate tours - Alcatraz tour PLUS a separate Bay Cruise.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: 45-minute award-wining audio tour on Alcatraz Island.Entrance/admission fee to Alcatraz Island (valued at $45.25 USD).Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33.Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen).60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise. The following is NOT included: Transportation to and from Pier 33 or Pier 39 (make your own way there).Food and Beverage. Read more Apr 2025
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