Big Bus tour at Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, with iconic sign in background.
Alcatraz Island with historic prison buildings in San Francisco Bay, California.
Alcatraz Prison cell block interior during San Francisco Bay cruise tour.
Alcatraz prison cell interior, San Francisco.
San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour bus driving through city streets.
San Francisco City Hall with flags and trees in Civic Center, California.
Open-top tour bus in San Francisco with city skyline and bay in the background.

Combo: Alcatraz Tour + San Francisco 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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This combo includes a San Francisco hop-on hop-off bus tour and a ferry trip with entry to the iconic and historic Alcatraz Island.

Discover the city on an open-top bus with audio in 7 languages, covering landmarks like Chinatown, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Fisherman’s Wharf.

Hop off and explore at your own pace, with buses running every 15 minutes and a free app to track live arrivals for smooth sightseeing.

Your pass throws in extras! Visit the Aquarium By The Bay, set off on a sunset tour, explore Chinatown on a digital walking tour & rent a bike to see the sights.

Ferry to Alcatraz and explore the infamous former prison with an immersive audio guide featuring gripping tales by former inmates and officers.

48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

Access to Red Route

1-hour Chinatown digital walking tour

Entry to Aquarium By The Bay

60-min sunset tour

Bike rental offer: book 1 hour, get 1 free

Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese & Korean (on the bus)

Audio guide English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese (on the walking tour)

Complimentary headphones

Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Round-trip ferry ride to Alcatraz Island

Admission to Alcatraz ($45)

Multilingual audio guide

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Food and beverages

Tips

Alcatraz prison cell interior, San Francisco.

Alcatraz prison cell interior, San Francisco.

What’s not allowed

San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Tour:

  • Keep in mind luggage, food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

  • Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Alcatraz Island:

  • Keep in mind large bags, luggage, oversized backpacks, food and beverages (except bottled water), weapons, skateboards, “wheelie” shoes are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

  • Feeding wildlife on the island is prohibited.

Accessibility

San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Tour:

  • Not all buses are wheelchair accessible. If you require it, contact the company at least 48 hours in advance of your tour.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome on board.

Alcatraz Island:

  • The ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible.

Additional information

Alcatraz Island:

  • Heads up! The time slot selected is for the Alcatraz ferry and not the hop-on hop-off tour

  • You can stay on the island for as long as you like.

Tour Details

Red Route (City Highlights Tour)

  • Discover San Francisco's major landmarks while cruising down the red route of this flexible hop-on hop-off tour.

  • Popular stops: Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Pier 39

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Alcatraz Ferry

  • Board from: Pier 33

  • Redeem tickets at: 99 Jefferson St Information Center the day before or up until 10:00am the day of your Alcatraz visit

Your time slot will be allocated after ticket redemption.

Sunset Tour

  • Departure: 6:30pm from stop #1 (Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center)

  • Frequency: Once every evening

  • Duration: 60 mins

Digital Walking Tour

  • Departure: Scan the QR Code at Stop 1 (Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center) and head to Stop 3 (North Beach / Chinatown) for departure

  • Duration: 1 hour

  • Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese

Bike Rental

  • Purchase 1-hour, get 1-hour free

  • Avail offer at: Blazing Saddles at 2715 Hyde Street or Pier 41

San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour bus driving through city streets.

San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour bus driving through city streets.

San Francisco City Hall with flags and trees in Civic Center, California.

San Francisco City Hall with flags and trees in Civic Center, California.

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Operating hours

Alcatraz Island

Monday
9:00am - 6:30pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 9:30pm
Friday
9:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday
9:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 6:30pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

Yes, it's great for families as children aged 5-17 get discounted tickets. The tour includes interesting historical facts and activities that engage young minds. However, keep in mind there are no facilities on the island specifically designed for very young children.
Booking ahead is highly recommended as tours often sell out. Advance purchase ensures you secure your preferred date and time slot, especially during peak travel seasons such as summer and holidays.
The entire tour usually lasts about 5 hours including transportation to and from Alcatraz Island, a guided bus tour of San Francisco's landmarks, and the audio tour on the island itself.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. A jacket or sweater is recommended for cooler mornings and evenings. Don't forget your camera for photo opportunities along the way.
Your ticket includes round-trip transportation via bus and ferry, a guided tour of Alcatraz Island with an audio guide, and a narrated city bus tour covering major attractions like Fisherman's Wharf and Golden Gate Bridge.
The ideal times are early morning between 6-8 AM for fewer crowds and better photo opportunities, or late afternoon around sunset for dramatic lighting. Avoid Fridays when Alcatraz closes for special events.
The bus picks up from Fisherman's Wharf or other designated locations downtown. Check your confirmation email for specific pickup points and times. Buses run frequently throughout the day, but it’s best to arrive 15 minutes early.
Photography is allowed on the bus tour but not inside restricted areas of Alcatraz Island due to preservation efforts. You can take plenty of pictures from the ferry ride and while exploring accessible parts of the island.
The open-top bus offers an audio guide in seven different languages to accommodate various visitors.
Luggage, food and beverages are not allowed on the bus tour. On Alcatraz Island, large bags, luggage, oversized backpacks, food (except bottled water), weapons, skateboards, and “wheelie” shoes are prohibited.
You'll explore the infamous former prison with an immersive audio guide featuring tales by former inmates and officers, enhancing your visit to this historic site.
Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot accompany you on either the San Francisco hop-on hop-off bus tour or Alcatraz Island visit.
The open-top bus covers landmarks like Chinatown, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Fisherman’s Wharf.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are excluded from this combo package. Additionally, food and beverages aren't covered by the pass.
Buses operate every 15 minutes to ensure smooth sightseeing.
The pass offers a 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off experience in San Francisco.
Your pass includes extras like visiting the Aquarium By The Bay, a sunset tour, and exploring Chinatown on a digital walking tour. You also get a bike rental offer: book one hour and receive another free.
Yes, there's a free app that helps you track live arrivals of the buses for smooth sightseeing during your hop-on hop-off tour.
The pass provides a 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour, allowing you to explore San Francisco at your own pace over two days.
The open-top bus provides an audio guide featuring commentary in seven different languages.
Pets cannot accompany you during both the hop-on hop-off bus tour and the Alcatraz Island visit due to operator restrictions.
Large bags, luggage, oversized backpacks, food (except bottled water), beverages, weapons, skateboards, and 'wheelie' shoes are prohibited on the ferry trip to Alcatraz Island.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are not part of the combo experience; they must be arranged separately if needed.
Your pass includes extras such as a visit to Aquarium By The Bay, a sunset tour, a digital walking tour of Chinatown, and an offer where you can book one hour of bike rental and get another free.
The Combo: Alcatraz Tour + San Francisco 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour includes a hop-on hop-off bus tour, a ferry trip to Alcatraz Island with entry, an open-top bus ride covering landmarks like Chinatown and the Golden Gate Bridge, and additional experiences such as visiting Aquarium By The Bay.
Buses for the San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour run every 15 minutes to ensure smooth sightseeing.
This combo includes both hop-on hop-off bus tours around San Francisco and a guided ferry trip to Alcatraz Island, featuring an immersive audio guide with stories from former inmates and officers.
You can use the free app provided with the ticket to check live arrival times of buses for a more convenient and efficient tour experience.

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