Overview
Choose between a daytime tour or a special nighttime tour of Alcatraz. The nighttime tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and talks from expert historians. Both tours include an award-winning audio guide available in multiple languages to delve into the prison's dark history and infamous escape attempts.
Additionally, enjoy a narrated 1-hour cruise with views of landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the Bay Bridge, and Pier 39 sea lions, all from the comfort of a boat with indoor and outdoor seating.
The time you select will be your Alcatraz ferry departure.
The ferry will leave on time at the specific time you booked from Pier 33.
You may take the Bay cruise on any day at any available departure time. These are 2 separate tours. Children 4 years and younger are free and do not need tickets.
For the Alcatraz Night tour, If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour.
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What's included
45-minute award-wining audio tour on Alcatraz Island
Entrance/admission fee to Alcatraz Island (valued at $45.25 USD)
Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33
Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise
Transportation to and from the Pier 33 or Pier 39 (make your own way there)
Food and Beverage
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The time you select at checkout is the time of your Alcatraz ferry. The ferry will leave on time at your specified departure time. Please arrive at Pier 33 at least 30 minutes prior to your departure time.
For the Bay Cruise, exchange the voucher at the Blue and Gold Fleet box office at Pier 39.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please note that the time you select is the time of your Alcatraz tour. You will receive an email the night before your tour with a QR code, which is your ticket. Please arrive at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) 30 minutes before the departure time and proceed directly to the boarding line with the QR code.
Without it, you may be turned away. To prevent this, please check your email for a link to download the QR code for Alcatraz and the voucher for the 1-hour Bay Cruise or in your Customer Portal www.mytckts.com.
The Bay Cruise is a separate tour and can be taken any day or time. A schedule of departure times will be sent to you. This tour departs from Pier 39 and you must exchange your voucher for a ticket at the Blue and Gold Fleet box office. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your desired departure time, as availability is first come first served.
What to expect
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Alcatraz Island
2 hours 30 min
You will take a short ride on a ferry (15min) to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33. Enjoy a 45-minute immersive audio tour to listen to the incredible history of the infamous prison. After that, you have all the time you want to explore the rest of the island. Then you can take any ferry back to Pier 33. The ferry usually runs every 30 minutes.
A multi-language audio tour included is now available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese, and Dutch. Please bring your Wi-Fi enabled device to access the tour. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. -
San Francisco Bay
1 hour
Take advantage of prime photo opportunities with unobstructed views in every direction aboard Blue & Gold Fleet’s 60-minute Bay Cruise Adventure. Sail past the famous PIER 39 sea lions and along San Francisco’s historic waterfront, revealing the city’s fascinating skyline. Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge for a fantastic photo opportunity. This comfortable San Francisco Bay Cruise tour has both indoor and outdoor seating with full narration describing major landmarks as you sail by them. You haven’t experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. The Bay Cruise departs from Pier 39. You may take the San Francisco Bay cruise anytime you choose. A schedule of departure times will be sent to you after booking.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Please note that this package is 2 separate tours - Alcatraz tour PLUS a separate Bay Cruise.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise
Can I cancel Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2–4 hours.
Where does it start?
The time you select at checkout is the time of your Alcatraz ferry. The ferry will leave on time at your specified departure time.
What's included?
- 45-minute award-wining audio tour on Alcatraz Island
- Entrance/admission fee to Alcatraz Island (valued at $45.25 USD)
- Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33
- Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
- 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise
What's not included?
- Transportation to and from the Pier 33 or Pier 39 (make your own way there)
- Food and Beverage
Which places does it visit?
It visits Alcatraz Island, San Francisco Bay.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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