Guided Tours

Alcatraz Tour with Muir Woods and Sausalito

Name: Alcatraz Tour with Muir Woods and Sausalito
Start: 2026-08-03T09:10:00
End: 2026-08-03T17:10:00
Location: San Francisco

Learn about the rich history of Alcatraz Island and go on a luxury bus tour to explore Muir Woods National Monument and Sausalito.

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.

Admission ticket to Alcatraz prison

Audio guide on Alcatraz in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian

Luxury transportation to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Expert local tour guide

Free time to explore Muir Woods

Free time in Sausalito

Bus tour pick up: At 07:40am, from 478 Post St. San Francisco 94102 (Union Square Area - Downtown San Francisco)

Entry fee to Muir Woods ($15 for adults)

Tips

Food and drinks

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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3 weeks ago
Aug 2025
Wasn’t sure what to expect but ended up LOVING every second. The Muir Woods trees are just... MASSIVE. Took about a million pics (tho the lighting gets weird under the canopy). Our guide, Simon, made us laugh the whole drive, and he even remembered my son’s name. Sausalito is super cute—grabbed a gelato by the water. Alcatraz audio tour is kinda haunting tbh. Not for little kids maybe. Really packed ferry but worth it!
Aug 2025
Went solo, made some friends on the bus (shout out to Pete from Australia if ur seeing this!). Muir Woods was lush and chilly (bring a light jacket, trust me—the fog is REAL). I wish we’d had more time in Sausalito tho, barely enough to grab a coffee. Alcatraz is eerie but fascinating. Lots of stairs, so heads up if mobility is a thing. Staff were friendly and chill. 4 stars since I felt a bit rushed in Sausalito.
Aug 2025
Good trip overall but a couple things bugged me: had to pay extra for Muir Woods entrance (wasn’t clear when I booked) and the bus was super crowded. The trees are STUNNING tho. Sausalito feels very touristy but had nice ice cream. Alcatraz is worth it but gets packed in the afternoon. Not bad but not perfect.
Aug 2025
Took my parents for their anniversary. The tour was perfectly paced—didn’t feel rushed (which is rare!). Our guide, Roman, was a LEGEND. He knew all the shortcuts for great views, and even pointed out the seals sunbathing by the pier. Alcatraz blew my mind—audio tour is so well done. Muir Woods is pure magic, like a fairyland. Would 100% do it again.

Alcatraz Tour with Muir Woods and Sausalito

Learn about the infamous history of Alcatraz, walk among towering redwoods in Muir Woods, and soak in Sausalito’s waterfront charm—all in one comfortable tour.

Getting started

Board your luxury air-conditioned coach at the Union Square Area in Downtown San Francisco with a guide to explore Muir Woods and Sausalito. Your admission tickets to Muir Woods are not included in this experience. Take the round-trip boat ride to Alcatraz Island, and show your passport or a valid ID to start your self-guided audio tour of Alcatraz.

What to expect

Alcatraz Island: Famous for its past as a high-security federal prison, Alcatraz housed notorious criminals like Al Capone. Explore the island at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour featuring stories from former inmates and guards.

Muir Woods National Monument: Enter the forest filled with ancient coastal redwoods, some over 1,000 years old, and walk along Redwood Creek, while learning about the area's significance to the Coastal Miwok people.

Sausalito: This waterfront town boasts Mediterranean-style charm, boutique shops, art galleries, and scenic restaurants. Enjoy free time as you walk through the vibrant streets while soaking in the views.

Explore with a guide: Your live guide ensures a smooth journey between locations, providing historical insights and recommendations for your free time in Sausalito. The guided tour is only available in English. Your audio-guide tour of Alcatraz is available in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian.

Transfers: Take a luxury coach to Muir Woods and Sausalito. A boat ride takes you to and from Alcatraz Island.

Wrapping up

The tour concludes in San Francisco, where you can continue exploring the city at your leisure.

What to bring

Carry your passport or a valid ID.

Carry your earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

Accessibility

The narrated bus tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito is available only in English.

Additional Information

The tour ends after your tour of the Alcatraz. The bus transfer does not include your return to the pick-up point.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting points.

Please arrive at the meeting points 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting points

8:30 AM Departure

Meet your guide at Cafe Encore: Coffee, Breakfast, and Lunch Delights.

Address: 488 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102.

Landmark: Outside of Cafe Encore near Union Square. The drop off point is Pier 33 at Alcatraz Landing.

Guide identifier: Look for a black Mercedes Sprinter van parked across the street.

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9:10 AM Departure

Meet your guide at Alcatraz Landing Pier 33.

Address: Pier 33 Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States.

Note: The drop off point is either back at Pier 33 or at 488 Post St outside of Cafe Encore near Union Square.

Get directions to the meeting point