Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

This is it! The one and only Alcatraz Night Tour from Alcatraz City Cruises. As compared to the Day Tour, it may feel a little bit creepier (haunted?) while having less crowds, added ranger or docent-led tours, and extra narration on the outbound ferry. Plus, you will take a separate high quality excursion with spectacular views along San Francisco Bay. This can be done before or after Alcatraz, with daily departures; no reservations required. First, select a date from the evening schedule. You get the Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Considering how often the Alcatraz Night Tour 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 all along the San Francisco waterfront and out under the Golden Gate Bridge and back.

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Location: San Francisco

What's Included

Note: The date & time you choose is the departure of your Alcatraz Tour
Single Departure/Arrival Location for separate company Bay Cruise Loop Under the Golden Gate Bridge
Round-trip ferry from Pier 33, San Francisco to Alcatraz Island

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there an age limit for the Alcatraz Night Tour?

A: There’s no strict age limit for the Alcatraz Night Tour, but keep in mind that it might not be suitable for very young kids due to the spooky atmosphere and late timing. Kids under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Also, if you're thinking about bringing teens, they usually love the creepy vibe!

Q: What's the best way to prepare for the weather on the night of the tour?

A: San Francisco evenings can get chilly, especially on the water. I'd recommend wearing layers—definitely bring a light jacket or sweater. If it’s foggy, it can feel even colder out on the bay during the cruise, so come prepared!

Q: Can you reschedule if needed? What’s the policy?

A: Yes, you can reschedule your Alcatraz Night Tour tickets, but it depends on availability. It’s best to contact Alcatraz City Cruises directly. They’re usually pretty accommodating, but try to give them a heads-up as soon as you know you need to change your plans.

Discussions

Just got back from the Alcatraz Night Tour—what an experience!

I just did the Alcatraz Night Tour last weekend and it was absolutely chilling! The ferry ride was amazing, especially with the views of the Golden Gate Bridge lit up. The ranger's stories while we walked around the prison really set the mood. If you're thinking of gifting this, I say go for it! It was definitely less crowded than the day tour, which made it feel more personal and eerie. I’d recommend it for anyone into history or spooky stuff!

Thinking about the Alcatraz Night Tour for my friend's birthday—thoughts?

I'm considering gifting the Alcatraz Night Tour for my friend’s birthday. I’ve heard mixed things about the spooky vibes. Is it super creepy? Should I go for the tour & cruise combo? Looking for any advice before I buy!