Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride, San Francisco
Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride, San Francisco
Duration: 1.5 hours
1.5 hours
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
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Access to multilingual audio guide
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Experience Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride in San Francisco, where you'll explore one of America's most famous landmarks. This package includes entry to Alcatraz Island and a scenic ferry ride across the bay. It offers an exciting opportunity to explore history while enjoying stunning views of the cityscape.
Experience Alcatraz Tickets with Ferry Ride in San Francisco, where you'll explore one of America's most famous landmarks. This package includes entry to Alcatraz Island and a scenic ferry ride across the bay. It offers an exciting opportunity to explore history while enjoying stunning views of the cityscape.
A breezy ferry ride from San Francisco’s Pier 33 offers sweeping views of the city skyline and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge as you head across the Bay.
Touring Alcatraz Island is available both during the day or at night, a place once inhabited by notorious criminals like Al Capone and 'Machine Gun' Kelly.
The prison cell blocks, outdoor spaces such as the Recreation Yard & Eagle Plaza, historic Gardens, and permanent exhibits are all part of the exploration on the day tour.
During the night tour, you'll enjoy live narration on the ferry ride to the island, meet a ranger at the dock for a guided tour, explore the prison cell blocks, and gain exclusive access to closed off areas like the hospital and kitchen.
Both tours offer self-guided exploration of the prison areas with the award-winning Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour, available in 11 languages featuring narratives by former inmates and guards.
Day toursRound-trip ferry to Alcatraz IslandAdmission to Alcatraz ($45)Downloadable award-winning audio tour, Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour, available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and SpanishTraditional audio device with headsetAccess to permanent exhibitsAccess to outdoor historic spaces such as Eagle Plaza, the Recreation Yard, the Sallyport, and the Rose GardenParticipation in Guided Interpretive Programs
Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island
Admission to Alcatraz ($45)
Downloadable award-winning audio tour, Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour, available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish
Traditional audio device with headset
Access to permanent exhibits
Access to outdoor historic spaces such as Eagle Plaza, the Recreation Yard, the Sallyport, and the Rose Garden
Participation in Guided Interpretive Programs
Night toursRound-trip ferry to Alcatraz IslandAdmission to Alcatraz ($45)Onboard narration by live guideAround the island route to AlcatrazGuided tour by Ranger/educatorAccess to exclusive areas such as the kitchen, hospital, and church (closed off to the public during the day)Downloadable award-winning audio tour, Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour, available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and SpanishTraditional audio device with headset
Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island
Admission to Alcatraz ($45)
Onboard narration by live guide
Around the island route to Alcatraz
Guided tour by Ranger/educator
Access to exclusive areas such as the kitchen, hospital, and church (closed off to the public during the day)
Downloadable award-winning audio tour, Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour, available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish
Traditional audio device with headset
Daily excursions
On-site tour leader
Eating and drinking costs
Evening expeditions
Dining expenses
Ferry with tourists approaching Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, California.
Savor a distinct experience with Alcatraz Tickets and Ferry Ride in San Francisco. Set sail from Pier 33 on a refreshing ferry ride across the Bay for sweeping views of the city skyline and Golden Gate Bridge. Once notorious as home to America's most infamous criminals like Al Capone, Alcatraz Island offers both day and night tours.
On your day tour, explore prison cell blocks, outdoor spaces such as Eagle Plaza, Recreation Yard, historic Gardens, and permanent exhibits with the award-winning audio guide "Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour," available in 11 languages. This experience includes a round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island, admission for $45, and access to traditional audio devices with headsets.
For those intrigued by night tours, enjoy live narration on the ferry ride along an around-the-island route to Alcatraz. Meet a ranger at the dock for guided exploration of the island's prison cell blocks, gaining exclusive access to closed-off areas like the hospital and kitchen during your visit. The package includes admission, onboard narration by a live guide, guidance from a Ranger/educator, downloadable audio tour in multiple languages, and traditional audio devices.
Participate in guided interpretive programs as you wander through historic outdoor spaces such as Eagle Plaza, Recreation Yard, Sallyport, and the Rose Garden. Whether during day or night tours, your experience will be supported by access to both permanent exhibits and exclusive areas that offer a deeper understanding of Alcatraz's storied past.
Aerial view of Alcatraz Island with San Francisco skyline in the background.
Prison cells on Alcatraz Island, San Francisco, with open barred doors and a walkway.
Ferry with tourists approaching Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, California.
Aerial view of Alcatraz Island with San Francisco skyline in the background.
Prison cells on Alcatraz Island, San Francisco, with open barred doors and a walkway.
Alcatraz prison interior with benches and barred windows, San Francisco tour.
What to bring
- A valid government-issued photo ID is required.
- Bring a jacket or warm layer, as the island can be great and windy at night.
Wear comfortable walking shoes for the steep uphill climb of about 13 stories.
What’s not allowed
- Oversized luggage, including large bags or suitcases, is prohibited on both the ferry and island.
- Pets are generally not permitted except for registered service animals.
- Intoxicants, illegal substances, and other banned items are strictly forbidden.
- Smoking and vaping can only be done in designated areas near the dock.
Drones or remote-controlled devices are not allowed anywhere on Alcatraz Island.
Accessibility
- The island is accessible to wheelchair users, with available restrooms and a tram for those with limited mobility.
- Staff assistance is provided for guests with special accessibility needs.
No wheelchairs are rented at Pier 33 or Alcatraz Island; visitors should bring their own if needed.
Additional information
- Arrive at least 60 minutes before your scheduled ferry departure from Pier 33.
- The return ferry to Pier 33 takes about 15 minutes after leaving the island.
- You may stay on Alcatraz Island as long as desired during operating hours (refer to schedule for day and night tours).
- Children aged 4 and under are admitted free of charge.
- Tours operate rain or shine, so dress accordingly.
- No meals or beverages are provided; on-island options are limited.
- Guided commentary is not included — tours use a self-guided audio guide app.
Certain exhibits and activities are exclusive to the night tour; refer to your ticket for details.
Alcatraz day tours ferry schedule
- Tours available daily with departure ferries at: 8:40am, 9:20am, 9:40am, 10:10am, 10:35am, 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:05pm, 1:35pm, 2:15pm, 2:45pm, 3:20pm, and 3:50pm.
Return ferries depart approximately every 30–40 minutes from 9:00am to 6:30pm.
Alcatraz night tours ferry schedule
- Tours available Tuesday through Saturday with departure ferries at: 5:55pm, 6:30pm, and 7:05pm.
Return ferries depart at approximately 8:40pm, 9:25pm, and 9:50pm.
Alcatraz Island garden with historic buildings and view of San Francisco Bay.
Walkway to prison cells with mossy walls on Alcatraz Island, San Francisco.
Alcatraz prison interior with benches and barred windows, San Francisco tour.
Alcatraz Island garden with historic buildings and view of San Francisco Bay.
Walkway to prison cells with mossy walls on Alcatraz Island, San Francisco.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for entry and wear a jacket or warm layer since Alcatraz Island can be great and windy at night.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour includes a steep uphill climb equivalent to about 13 stories, ensuring you're prepared for any part of your visit.
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