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Cruise from San Francisco’s Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island with round-trip ferry tickets and sweeping Bay views.
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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.
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Spot seabirds, stroll past lush gardens, and enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and city skyline.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Round-trip daytime ferry to Alcatraz Island
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Admission to Alcatraz ($45)
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Multilingual audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean
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1-hour San Francisco Bay cruise
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Round-trip night ferry to Alcatraz Island (as per option selected)
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Live guide
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Food and beverages
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Hotel transfers
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Gratuities
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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 the island. For your included Bay Cruise, exchange your voucher at Pier 39 and choose any available departure.
What to expect
Alcatraz Island is home to the historic Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, which once housed America’s most notorious criminals, including Al Capone. This experience combines a self-guided audio tour inside the prison with a flexible 1-hour cruise along San Francisco’s iconic waterfront.
Features
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Alcatraz Cellhouse audio tour: Follow the 45-minute audio tour, available in 10 languages, as you explore the prison’s cells and corridors, learning about daily life and escape attempts.
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Round-Trip ferry access: Enjoy convenient, direct ferry service from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island and back, ensuring a smooth journey.
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San Francisco Bay cruise: Sail past Pier 39’s sea lions, under the Golden Gate Bridge, and along the city’s historic waterfront, with panoramic views of the skyline.
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Flexible cruise timing: Choose to take your Bay Cruise before or after your Alcatraz visit, or on a different day, for added convenience.
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What to bring
Alcatraz Island:
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Bottled water
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A light snack (to eat in designated areas only)
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
- Valid ID proof
What’s not allowed
Alcatraz Island:
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Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks
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Food and beverages (except bottled water)
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Weapons
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Skateboards and “wheelie” shoes
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Feeding wildlife on the island
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
- Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks
Accessibility
Alcatraz Island:
- The ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible.
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
- It is wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
Alcatraz Island:
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You can stay on the island for as long as you like.
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Wear layered clothing and comfortable shoes.
San Francisco Bay Cruise:
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Arrive 30 minutes before departure to ensure smooth boarding.
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Dress in layers.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption points.
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Please arrive at the redemption points 30 mins before the scheduled time of your departure to avoid any delays.
Ticket redemption points
Alcatraz Tour (Starts at timeslot selected while booking)
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Show your ticket at Alcatraz Landing Pier 33.
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Address: Pier 33 Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States.
Get directions to the redemption point
San Francisco Bay Cruise (Any time of the day)
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Redeem your ticket at Blue and Gold Fleet box office.
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Address: Pier 41, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States.
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