Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

These two high-quality, separate-departure tours can be done on the same day or over more than one day. First, choose a date from the schedule for the daytime Alcatraz prison tour, complete with hea

These two high-quality, separate-departure tours can be done on the same day or over more than one day. First, choose a date from the schedule for the daytime Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Either before or after Alcatraz, you can enjoy a "boat-load" of spectacular views along San Francisco Bay. (With wifi/mobile phone audio tour available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, and Taiwanese. ) Considering how often Alcatraz sells out at the Pier 33 Box Office, this package is often a great way to get a ticket to Alcatraz and make memories going under the Golden Gate Bridge.

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Location: San Francisco

What's Included

Round-trip ferry from Pier 33, San Francisco to Alcatraz Island
Separate, Single Departure & Arrival @ Pier 41 for a Loop Under the Golden Gate Bridge
Note: The date you choose is the date of your Alcatraz Tour
Ferry and Admission Ticket to Alcatraz Island

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Do you know if the Alcatraz tour is suitable for kids? What age is good?

A: Yes, the Alcatraz tour is great for kids! I took my 10 and 12-year-olds, and they loved it. Just make sure they can handle some walking since you do a bit of exploring on the island. There are also some interactive exhibits that are super engaging for kids. 5 and up should do fine!

Q: What happens if the weather is bad? Can we reschedule?

A: You can reschedule your tour, but make sure to do it at least 24 hours in advance. If weather conditions are really bad, they might cancel the tour and give you options for a refund or rescheduling. Keep an eye on the weather ahead of time, especially during winter months!

Q: Is parking easy near Pier 33? I’m thinking of driving.

A: Parking can be tricky around Pier 33, especially on weekends. There are some parking lots, but they fill up fast and can be pricey (around $25-$30 for the day). I suggest coming early if you’re driving or consider public transport to avoid the hassle!

Discussions

Thinking of gifting the Alcatraz Day Tour & Bay Cruise!

Hey everyone! I’m planning to get this Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise experience for my brother’s birthday. He’s always wanted to visit Alcatraz. I’m excited about the audio tour options since he speaks Spanish, but I’m curious if the views on the cruise really live up to the hype. Has anyone done both? Any tips on timing or what to expect?

Just did the Alcatraz tour and it was epic!

I went on the Alcatraz Day Tour last weekend, and wow! The ferry ride was smooth, and the views of the city were breathtaking. The audio tour really made the history come alive. If you’re going, wear comfy shoes because you do a lot of walking around the island. Totally worth every penny!