San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour + 1-Hour Cruise
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour + 1-Hour Cruise
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour + 1-Hour Cruise
Visit Alcatraz Island and uncover its dark past on a self-guided audio tour. Complete the experience with a 1-hour scenic Bay Cruise offering spectacular views of San Francisco’s most iconic sights. This two-part adventure gives you access to the infamous island prison and iconic landmarks from the water, including the Golden Gate Bridge and city skyline.
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Dive into the dramatic history and breathtaking scenery of San Francisco with this immersive Alcatraz and Bay Cruise combo tour. Begin your adventure with a ferry ride to the legendary Alcatraz Island, home of the former federal penitentiary that once held infamous criminals like Al Capone and George "Machine Gun" Kelly. With a self-guided audio tour, you'll explore the eerie cell blocks, learn about daring escape attempts, and uncover the island's dark legacy—all at your own pace.
After returning to the mainland, continue your experience with a scenic 1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise. Glide past historic and iconic landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, and the city’s stunning skyline. The cruise features both indoor and outdoor seating, so you can relax and enjoy the views in any weather. Choose whether to take the cruise before or after your Alcatraz visit—this flexible combo is perfect for travelers seeking history, adventure, and the best views of the Bay Area in a single day.
- Explore Infamous Alcatraz: Take a ferry to the island and enjoy a self-paced audio tour of the former prison.
- Hear Chilling Histories: Learn about notorious inmates and escape attempts through immersive narration.
- Bay Cruise Experience: Enjoy a 1-hour scenic cruise with views of the Golden Gate Bridge, skyline, and Fisherman’s Wharf.
- Flexible Schedule: Choose to cruise before or after your Alcatraz tour for maximum convenience.
Itinerary
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Pier 33 – Alcatraz Landing
30 mins before startAdmission Ticket IncludedArrive at Pier 33 at least 30 minutes before your scheduled Alcatraz ferry time. Show your emailed QR code at the boarding line. Without this code, you may be turned away.Alcatraz Island Ferry
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedBoard the ferry for a scenic ride to Alcatraz Island, offering views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and San Francisco skyline.Alcatraz Prison Audio Tour
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWalk through the historic prison and explore its cellblocks with a self-guided multilingual audio tour. Learn about life on Alcatraz and the infamous inmates it once held.Return Ferry to San Francisco
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter your self-paced tour, hop on the next available ferry back to Pier 33.San Francisco Bay Cruise (Before or After Alcatraz)
1 hourAdmission Ticket IncludedEnjoy a 1-hour scenic cruise around San Francisco Bay. Sail past Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay Bridge, and take in views of the city skyline. The cruise can be taken before or after your Alcatraz visit—flexible times available, departing from Pier 39.
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Alcatraz Tour Starting Point:
- Pier 33 - Alcatraz Landing, San Francisco, CA 94133
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Go directly to the boarding line with the QR code emailed to you the night before.
Bay Cruise Starting Point:
- Blue & Gold Fleet Box Office, Pier 39
- Voucher must be exchanged at the box office at least 30 minutes before departure.
- You may take the cruise any day/time. A schedule will be emailed.
End Point:
- This activity ends back at the respective departure piers for each component.
- The time selected during booking is for the Alcatraz tour
- A QR code for Alcatraz and a voucher for the Bay Cruise will be emailed the night before
- Alcatraz ticket must be presented via QR code at Pier 33 or you may be denied boarding
- The Bay Cruise is a separate tour and can be taken any time during your stay (subject to availability)
- Cruise departure is first come, first served
- Cruise vessels operate with indoor and outdoor seating and are wheelchair accessible
- Wear warm clothing as the bay can be breezy
- No luggage or large bags allowed on either tour
- Most travelers can participate
- All guests (including children) must have a valid ticket
- No pets allowed, except certified service animals
- Child Ticket: Ages 5–11
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Warm clothing/layers (temperatures on the bay can be chilly)
- Smartphone with downloaded QR code & Bay Cruise voucher
- Comfortable shoes for walking around Alcatraz Island
- Personal ID if requested for ticket verification
- Both the ferry and cruise boats are wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Not all areas on Alcatraz Island are accessible due to steep terrain
- Your booking will be confirmed instantly.
You will receive an email with:
- QR code for Alcatraz entry
- Bay Cruise voucher
- Departure schedules for the Bay Cruise
- No cancellations or rescheduling allowed
- This experience is non-refundable under any circumstances
- Alcatraz: Present your QR code directly at the boarding line at Pier 33
- Bay Cruise: Exchange your voucher at Blue & Gold Fleet Box Office, Pier 39
- Arrive 30 minutes early for both tours
- No printed voucher required; mobile tickets accepted
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