Alcatraz Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
Access to multilingual audio guide
Access to multilingual audio guide
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Cruise from San Francisco’s Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island with round-trip ferry tickets and sweeping Bay views.
Walk through the historic Alcatraz prison, including original cells, corridors, and the recreation yard. Hear gripping stories from former inmates and guards on a self-guided audio tour, available in 10 languages.
Spot seabirds, stroll past lush gardens, and enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and city skyline.
Enjoy a flexible 1-hour Bay Cruise that sails past the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and the sea lions at PIER 39—ideal for soaking in San Francisco’s waterfront charm.
Take the cruise before, after, or even on a different day from your Alcatraz visit, making it a great option for travelers building their schedule.
Feeling adventurous? Swap the day tour for a night visit to Alcatraz. It includes everything the daytime offers, but with a haunting twist you won’t forget.
Round-trip daytime ferry to Alcatraz Island
Admission to Alcatraz ($45)
Multilingual audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean
1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise
Round-trip night ferry to Alcatraz Island (as per option selected)
Live guide
Food and beverages
Hotel transfers
Gratuities
Cruise ship under Golden Gate Bridge during Alcatraz Tour, San Francisco Bay.
Step inside Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary and cruise San Francisco Bay, with round-trip ferry tickets and audio tour included.
Getting started
Arrive at Pier 33 at least 30 minutes before your scheduled ferry departure for check-in. After ticket validation, board the exclusive Alcatraz ferry for a timely departure to the island. For your included Bay Cruise, exchange your voucher at Pier 39 and choose any available departure.
What to expect
Alcatraz Island is home to the historic Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, which once housed America’s most notorious criminals, including Al Capone. This experience combines a self-guided audio tour inside the prison with a flexible 1-hour cruise along San Francisco’s iconic waterfront.
Features
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Alcatraz Cellhouse audio tour: Follow the 45-minute audio tour, available in 10 languages, as you explore the prison’s cells and corridors, learning about daily life and escape attempts.
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Round-Trip ferry access: Enjoy convenient, direct ferry service from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island and back, ensuring a smooth journey.
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San Francisco Bay cruise: Sail past Pier 39’s sea lions, under the Golden Gate Bridge, and along the city’s historic waterfront, with panoramic views of the skyline.
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Flexible cruise timing: Choose to take your Bay Cruise before or after your Alcatraz visit, or on a different day, for added convenience.
Alcatraz Island with historic prison buildings viewed from San Francisco Bay.
Alcatraz prison laundry room with shelves and barred windows in San Francisco.
Cruise ship under Golden Gate Bridge during Alcatraz Tour, San Francisco Bay.
Alcatraz Island with historic prison buildings viewed from San Francisco Bay.
Alcatraz prison laundry room with shelves and barred windows in San Francisco.
Alcatraz Island penitentiary sign inside historic prison, San Francisco Bay.
What to bring
Alcatraz Island:
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Bottled water
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A light snack (to eat in designated areas only)
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
- Valid ID proof
What’s not allowed
Alcatraz Island:
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Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks
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Food and beverages (except bottled water)
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Weapons
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Skateboards and “wheelie” shoes
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Feeding wildlife on the island
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
- Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks
Accessibility
Alcatraz Island:
- The ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible.
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
- It is wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
Alcatraz Island:
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You can stay on the island for as long as you like.
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Wear layered clothing and comfortable shoes.
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
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Arrive 30 minutes before departure to ensure smooth boarding.
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Dress in layers.
Tour boat near sea lions on San Francisco Bay during Alcatraz cruise.
Alcatraz Prison cell block interior during San Francisco Bay cruise tour.
Alcatraz Island penitentiary sign inside historic prison, San Francisco Bay.
Tour boat near sea lions on San Francisco Bay during Alcatraz cruise.
Alcatraz Prison cell block interior during San Francisco Bay cruise tour.
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