San Francisco to Alcatraz Tours
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- Journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island with a scenic ferry ride, enjoying panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco skyline, and Bay waters.
- Walk through the infamous prison, where Al Capone and "Birdman" Robert Stroud were once held, and explore eerie cell blocks, solitary confinement, and the mess hall.
- Immerse yourself in the Cellhouse Tour, narrated by former inmates and guards, bringing Alcatraz’s history and escape attempts to life.
- Discover the island’s hidden past beyond the prison, from its military fortifications to its thriving bird colonies and the West Coast’s oldest operating lighthouse.
- Did you know Alcatraz was the only federal prison with hot showers? This was to prevent prisoners from acclimating to the freezing Bay waters and escaping!
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- Journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island with a scenic ferry ride, enjoying panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco skyline, and Bay waters.
- Walk through the infamous prison, where Al Capone and "Birdman" Robert Stroud were once held, and explore eerie cell blocks, solitary confinement, and the mess hall.
- Immerse yourself in the Cellhouse Tour, narrated by former inmates and guards, bringing Alcatraz’s history and escape attempts to life.
- Discover the island’s hidden past beyond the prison, from its military fortifications to its thriving bird colonies and the West Coast’s oldest operating lighthouse.
- Did you know Alcatraz was the only federal prison with hot showers? This was to prevent prisoners from acclimating to the freezing Bay waters and escaping!
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Plan your San Francisco itinerary with ease on a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour and explore 16 stops like Pier 39, Palace of Fine Arts, and more.
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Board the open-top buses arriving every 15 mins and enjoy extras like Chinatown tours and interactive movies or games at The Flyer or 7D Experience.
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A visit to Alcatraz prison will show the lives of notorious gangsters and criminals inside the concrete cells and imposing guard towers.
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Plug into the audio guide and learn about scandals and shocking truths – you'll never look at prison movies the same way again.
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Did you know? Some of the world’s most infamous criminals like Al Capone, 'Machine Gun' Kelly, and Robert Stroud were imprisoned at Alcatraz.
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Plan your San Francisco itinerary with ease on a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour and explore 16 stops like Pier 39, Palace of Fine Arts, and more.
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Board the open-top buses arriving every 15 mins and enjoy extras like Chinatown tours and interactive movies or games at The Flyer or 7D Experience.
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A visit to Alcatraz prison will show the lives of notorious gangsters and criminals inside the concrete cells and imposing guard towers.
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Plug into the audio guide and learn about scandals and shocking truths – you'll never look at prison movies the same way again.
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Did you know? Some of the world’s most infamous criminals like Al Capone, 'Machine Gun' Kelly, and Robert Stroud were imprisoned at Alcatraz.
- On this guided walking tour of San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf, have a unique encounter with its bustling waterfront, history, and culture all at once.
- In the company of an expert guide, enjoy bayside views of the vast Golden Gate Bridge, docked historic ships, and food stalls!
- Take a trip down memory lane in the 1930s Musée Mécanique; marvel at vintage exhibits, letting them weave stories of the city’s colorful history.
- As you explore the cells and grounds at Alcatraz, listen to the gripping audio guide that reveals the tales of daring escape attempts and the lives of the inmates.
- Fun fact: Alcatraz was the only federal prison in American history to offer hot water to prevent prisoners from acclimating to the cold water.
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- On this guided walking tour of San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf, have a unique encounter with its bustling waterfront, history, and culture all at once.
- In the company of an expert guide, enjoy bayside views of the vast Golden Gate Bridge, docked historic ships, and food stalls!
- Take a trip down memory lane in the 1930s Musée Mécanique; marvel at vintage exhibits, letting them weave stories of the city’s colorful history.
- As you explore the cells and grounds at Alcatraz, listen to the gripping audio guide that reveals the tales of daring escape attempts and the lives of the inmates.
- Fun fact: Alcatraz was the only federal prison in American history to offer hot water to prevent prisoners from acclimating to the cold water.
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Dive into nature at Muir Woods National Monument, where you'll walk among towering redwoods and enjoy the peaceful trails that connect you with the great outdoors.
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Stroll through Sausalito, a charming waterfront town known for its unique shops and inviting cafes. Take some time to relax and soak in the beautiful views of the Bay.
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Explore Alcatraz Island with a self-guided audio tour that shares fascinating stories of infamous inmates and daring escapes from the notorious prison.
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Enjoy the convenience of complimentary hotel pickup from Hilton Union Square, making your trip hassle-free from start to finish.
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Visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, where you can discover local marine life and learn more about the ecosystem of the San Francisco Bay.
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Did you know? Muir Woods is home to some of the tallest trees in the world, with redwoods reaching heights of over 250 feet.
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Dive into nature at Muir Woods National Monument, where you'll walk among towering redwoods and enjoy the peaceful trails that connect you with the great outdoors.
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Stroll through Sausalito, a charming waterfront town known for its unique shops and inviting cafes. Take some time to relax and soak in the beautiful views of the Bay.
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Explore Alcatraz Island with a self-guided audio tour that shares fascinating stories of infamous inmates and daring escapes from the notorious prison.
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Enjoy the convenience of complimentary hotel pickup from Hilton Union Square, making your trip hassle-free from start to finish.
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Visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, where you can discover local marine life and learn more about the ecosystem of the San Francisco Bay.
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Did you know? Muir Woods is home to some of the tallest trees in the world, with redwoods reaching heights of over 250 feet.
- Discover the captivating history of Alcatraz Island through an engaging audio tour of its infamous prison and legendary escapes.
- Get up close with local marine life at the Aquarium of the Bay, where you can see seven-gill sharks, rays, and jellyfish up close.
- Marvel at Yosemite’s breathtaking landscapes, including El Capitan and Half Dome, while your guide shares fascinating historical insights.
- Enjoy 3 hours of free time in Yosemite Valley to hike, bike, or relax and soak in the stunning beauty of this national treasure.
- Capture stunning views at Tunnel View, where you can photograph iconic granite cliffs and waterfalls, creating memories to last a lifetime.
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- Discover the captivating history of Alcatraz Island through an engaging audio tour of its infamous prison and legendary escapes.
- Get up close with local marine life at the Aquarium of the Bay, where you can see seven-gill sharks, rays, and jellyfish up close.
- Marvel at Yosemite’s breathtaking landscapes, including El Capitan and Half Dome, while your guide shares fascinating historical insights.
- Enjoy 3 hours of free time in Yosemite Valley to hike, bike, or relax and soak in the stunning beauty of this national treasure.
- Capture stunning views at Tunnel View, where you can photograph iconic granite cliffs and waterfalls, creating memories to last a lifetime.
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Fly over iconic attractions like Alcatraz, Angel Island, and Oracle Park, giving you a unique bird's-eye view of these historic sites.
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Capture amazing aerial shots of the Painted Ladies and Midtown San Francisco’s skyline, perfect for photography lovers.
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Circle over Golden Gate Park, showcasing its lush gardens, lakes, and world-class museums from above.
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Upgrade with a round-trip shuttle service from Fisherman’s Wharf for a seamless, worry-free experience.
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Did you know? Oracle Park features a giant 80-foot Coca-Cola bottle slide beyond its outfield stands.
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Fly over iconic attractions like Alcatraz, Angel Island, and Oracle Park, giving you a unique bird's-eye view of these historic sites.
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Capture amazing aerial shots of the Painted Ladies and Midtown San Francisco’s skyline, perfect for photography lovers.
-
Circle over Golden Gate Park, showcasing its lush gardens, lakes, and world-class museums from above.
-
Upgrade with a round-trip shuttle service from Fisherman’s Wharf for a seamless, worry-free experience.
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Did you know? Oracle Park features a giant 80-foot Coca-Cola bottle slide beyond its outfield stands.
- Explore the infamous Alcatraz Island with round-trip ferry transfers and an audio tour.
- Step inside the eerie Cellhouse to hear real inmate stories on the "Doing Time" tour.
- Enjoy a 1-hour SF Bay Cruise with stunning Golden Gate Bridge views and spot sea lions at PIER 39.
- Avail flexible Bay Cruise booking options.
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- Explore the infamous Alcatraz Island with round-trip ferry transfers and an audio tour.
- Step inside the eerie Cellhouse to hear real inmate stories on the "Doing Time" tour.
- Enjoy a 1-hour SF Bay Cruise with stunning Golden Gate Bridge views and spot sea lions at PIER 39.
- Avail flexible Bay Cruise booking options.
- Walk under the towering ancient redwoods of Muir Woods, exploring scenic trails that offer a peaceful retreat into nature.
- Discover the storied past of Alcatraz, once a high-security prison for infamous criminals, with an award-winning audio guide available in multiple languages.
- Enjoy free time in Sausalito, a picturesque waterfront town known for its charming boutiques, art galleries, and stunning bay views.
- Stop at a scenic overlook for breathtaking photos of the Golden Gate Bridge, capturing one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks.
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- Walk under the towering ancient redwoods of Muir Woods, exploring scenic trails that offer a peaceful retreat into nature.
- Discover the storied past of Alcatraz, once a high-security prison for infamous criminals, with an award-winning audio guide available in multiple languages.
- Enjoy free time in Sausalito, a picturesque waterfront town known for its charming boutiques, art galleries, and stunning bay views.
- Stop at a scenic overlook for breathtaking photos of the Golden Gate Bridge, capturing one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks.
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