Alcatraz Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

3.5

based on 8 reviews

| San Francisco, United States

Features

Free Cancellation

Free cancellation available up to 48 hours before the start of the experience for a full refund.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

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

What to bring: Bottled water
What to bring: A light snack (to eat in designated areas only)
What to bring: Valid ID proof
What’s not allowed: Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks
What’s not allowed: Food and beverages (except bottled water)
What’s not allowed: Weapons
What’s not allowed: Skateboards and “wheelie” shoes
What’s not allowed: Feeding wildlife on the island
What’s not allowed: Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks
Accessibility: The ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible.
Accessibility: It is wheelchair accessible.
Additional information: You can stay on the island for as long as you like.
Additional information: Wear layered clothing and comfortable shoes.
Additional information: Arrive 30 minutes before departure to ensure smooth boarding.
Additional information: Dress in layers.
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption points.
Please arrive at the redemption points 30 mins before the scheduled time of your departure to avoid any delays.
Show your ticket at Alcatraz Landing Pier 33 .
Address: Pier 33 Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States.
Redeem your ticket at Blue and Gold Fleet box office .
Address: Pier 41, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States.

Your experience

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...

Free cancellation available up to 48 hours before the start of the experience for a full refund.