Young woman photographing Yosemite Valley from Tunnel View, Yosemite National Park, USA.
Family with infant enjoying Yosemite National Park, California, with El Capitan in the background.
Ferry view of Alcatraz Island with historic buildings in San Francisco Bay.
Alcatraz Island Recreation Yard with prison building, San Francisco, USA.
Aquarium of the Bay entrance with sea life murals and sculptures, San Francisco, California.
Guests exploring the Aquarium of the Bay tunnel in San Francisco, viewing marine life.
Yosemite Falls viewed from Yosemite Valley Meadows, California.

From San Francisco: Alcatraz, Aquarium of the Bay & Yosemite 2-Day Trip

San Francisco
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Duration: Flexible (up to 14 hours)

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minivan

Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Explore San Francisco with this exciting two-day adventure featuring Alcatraz, Aquarium of the Bay, and Yosemite. This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience both urban attractions in San Francisco and natural wonders at Yosemite within just two days. Perfect for those who want an efficient yet enriching exploration of diverse landscapes and cultural sites.

Experience the best of San Francisco on this 2-day tour. On day 1, visit Alcatraz Island with ferry tickets and an audio tour, and get entry into the Aquarium of the Bay. On day 2, go on a guided day trip to Yosemite National Park.

Visit the Aquarium of the Bay at Fisherman’s Wharf and see 20,000 marine animals, including sharks, rays, and sea otters.

Explore the lively Pier 39 area with its sea lions, waterfront views, and fun local attractions.

Take a ferry to Alcatraz Island and tour the historic prison with an audio guide featuring stories from former inmates and guards.

Travel to Yosemite in a biofuel mini-coach for a narrated tour of Yosemite Valley, complete with photo stops and free time to hike or explore.

Select either a day tour or a night tour of Alcatraz Island. The night tour provides exclusive access to restricted zones and features special ranger-led programs, along with your visits to the Aquarium of the Bay and Yosemite National Park.

Round-trip ferry rides to Alcatraz Island

Admission to Alcatraz ($45)

Multilingual audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean

Entry to the Aquarium of the Bay

Expert English-speaking guide

Complimentary pickup/drop-off from select San Francisco hotels

In-coach narrative of Yosemite

Entry to Yosemite National Park

3 hours of free time in Yosemite

Round-trip transfers to Yosemite in a mini-coach

Live guide at Alcatraz Island and the Aquarium of the Bay

Food and beverages (available for purchase)

Gratuities

Alcatraz Island Recreation Yard with prison building, San Francisco, USA.

Alcatraz Island Recreation Yard with prison building, San Francisco, USA.

What to bring

Alcatraz Island:

  • Bottled water

  • A light snack (to eat in designated areas only)

Aquarium of the Bay:

  • Bottled water

What's not allowed

Alcatraz Island:

  • Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks

  • Food and beverages (except bottled water)

  • Weapons

  • Skateboards and “wheelie” shoes

  • Feeding wildlife on the island

Aquarium of the Bay:

  • Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks

  • Food and beverages (except bottled water)

Yosemite National Park:

  • Approaching or feeding wildlife

  • Possessing or using weapons or sharp objects

Accessibility

Alcatraz Island:

  • The ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible.

Aquarium of the Bay:

  • It is accessible; wheelchairs are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yosemite National Park:

  • It is largely accessible, with marked trails for wheelchairs.

Additional information

  • Day 1 (Alcatraz + Aquarium of the Bay) is a self-guided tour that does not include transportation. The only transfers included in this tour are the ferries to and from Alcatraz Island.

  • Day 2 (Yosemite National Park) is a guided tour, and you'll enjoy comfortable transportation aboard a mini-coach.

Alcatraz Island:

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

  • Wear layered clothing and comfortable shoes.

Yosemite National Park:

  • Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are available from multiple locations in the city on day 2 of the tour.

  • Cellular service is limited.

  • Practice Leave No Trace principles

Aquarium of the Bay entrance with sea life murals and sculptures, San Francisco, California.

Aquarium of the Bay entrance with sea life murals and sculptures, San Francisco, California.

Guests exploring the Aquarium of the Bay tunnel in San Francisco, viewing marine life.

Guests exploring the Aquarium of the Bay tunnel in San Francisco, viewing marine life.

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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

The aquarium features over 20,000 marine creatures including sharks, rays, and sea otters.
No, large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks are not permitted at Alcatraz Island or the Aquarium of the Bay.
You'll need bottled water and a light snack for designated areas only. Large bags, food (except bottled water), weapons, skateboards, 'wheelie' shoes, and feeding wildlife are not allowed.
Live guides are not included for either location; however, you'll have an expert English-speaking guide throughout your tour.
On the first day, you'll visit Alcatraz Island with ferry tickets and an audio tour, followed by entry into the Aquarium of the Bay.
The tour includes a narrated trip to Yosemite Valley via biofuel mini-coach with photo stops and free time for hiking or exploring.
The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean.
Yes, the package offers complimentary pickup/drop-off from select San Francisco hotels.
A biofuel mini-coach is provided for the journey to and from Yosemite Valley on day two.
Food and drinks are not included in your package but can be purchased at the venues. At Alcatraz Island, only bottled water is allowed for consumption; other foods are prohibited except as a light snack in designated areas.

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