Official Alcatraz Prison Tour + Open-Top Bus Sunset Tour
Overview
This tour package includes a visit to the famous Alcatraz prison site, as well as a Bay Bridge + Treasure Island Night Tour!
One of the undeniable highlights of our San Francisco Bus Tour is the journey across the iconic Bay Bridge, with top-deck views across the bay. With a stop at the Treasure Island, you'll be able to take some great pictures of San Francisco from across the bay! Hop on with us to discover the best of San Francisco.
The Alcatraz tour journey includes round trip ferry to the historic Alcatraz Island and an audio tour of the prison cell. You will be able to stay on the island and explore on your own for as long as you'd like, and catch any returning ferry back to Fisherman's Wharf.
What's Included
- Alcatraz Island Entrance Ticket
- Ferry Rides To/From The Alcatraz Island
- Award-winning Audio Tour in Multiple languages
- Bay Bridge + Treasure Island Open Top Bus Night Tour
What To Expect
2 Stops | 7 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours
Operating Schedule: Night Tour: Location: 99 Jefferson street, San Francisco (Big Bus stop #1) Time: 6:20pm Duration: 1.5 hours Must arrive 30 minutes before to check-in. First-come, first-served.
99 Jefferson St
Treasure Island
2 Stops | 1 Point of Interest
Duration: 3 hours
Operating Schedule: Departure: Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) Duration: 2.5-3 hours
Pier 33
Alcatraz Island
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-187422P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- Alcatraz Island Entrance Ticket.
- Ferry Rides To/From The Alcatraz Island.
- Award-winning Audio Tour in Multiple languages.
- Bay Bridge + Treasure Island Open Top Bus Night Tour.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Official Alcatraz Prison Tour + Open-Top Bus Sunset Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcatraz Island Entrance Ticket
- Ferry Rides To/From The Alcatraz Island
- Award-winning Audio Tour in Multiple languages
- Bay Bridge + Treasure Island Open Top Bus Night Tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
