Overview
Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of everyone's favorite city, in addition to a scenic ferry ride to Alcatraz Island for an audio walking tour.
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What's included
Transportation to Pier 33 Alcatraz Cruise Port after City Tour
Transport by air-conditioned luxury motor-coach
Narrated Bus Tour of San Francisco
Plenty of stops with Photo opportunities
Alcatraz Admission Ticket (valued at $45.25 USD) including Ferry Ride & Cellhouse Audio Tour
Gratuities
Any other services not specified
Hotel Pick up or drop off
Bus Transportation after the Alcatraz Tour is not included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Union Square Departure Location
478 Post St.
Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:40 AM
Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.
End point
Pier 33 concludes the bus transportation portion of tour.
Pier 33 Alcatraz landing is where the Alcatraz portion commences.
Upon conclusion of Alcatraz, customers will need to make their own way back from whence they came.
Good to know
• To confirm your Alcatraz Tour, we will need the following information: First and last name along with the ages of all passengers.
• Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (5) days prior to your departure date.
• If for any reason you do not provide the above-listed info within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited.
• Alcatraz Cruises is the official concessioner to the National Park Service for Alcatraz Island, the National Park Service & Alcatraz Cruises, LLC establish all policies and procedures regarding the purchase of tickets, reserving your departure date/time, and ferry service to and from Alcatraz Island.
• We offer 2 departure locations for your pick-up. Please arrive at the one closest to your hotel/stay:
478 Post Street S.F. (Union Square Area - Downtown San Francisco)
Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.
- Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
- Bus Departs at 8:40 AM
2805 Leavenworth St (Fisherman's Wharf Area)
Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.
- Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in
- Bus Departs at 9:00 AM
• There will be a Gray Line San Francisco representative to assist with boarding the bus and check-in.
• You can reach us at tours@graylineofsanfrancisco.com or (415) 353-5310 between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm local time PST.
• Please bring your paper or electronic voucher with you on the day of your tour to be redeemed upon check-in
• Please email tours@graylineofsanfrancisco.com up to 5 days in advance to confirm your Alcatraz tickets.
What to expect
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Union Square
Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge.
On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see:
Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels -
Van Ness Avenue
We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
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Cow Hollow
Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
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Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
10 min
Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair.
This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin.
Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon. -
Golden Gate Bridge
15 min
The tour crosses the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge offers a panoramic view of the bay and the San Francisco skyline. -
Presidio of San Francisco
15 min
Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park.
Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain. -
Lands End
15 min
Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.
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Golden Gate Park
15 min
Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.
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Haight Street
15 min
Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.
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Twin Peaks
15 min
Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city
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The Castro
15 min
Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District.
All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community! -
Embarcadero Farmer's Market
15 min
This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.
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Financial District
15 min
Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.
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Chinatown
15 min
Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.
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North Beach
15 min
Don't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".
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Alcatraz Island
2 hours
Ferry to Alcatraz Island, walking tour of the prison with award-winning guided "Cell Block Audio Tour"
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- There are Stops with Photo opportunities at: Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, Land’s End Ocean Beach (Sutro Baths) & Mission San Francisco de Asis (Mission district) .
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
FAQs about Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
Can I cancel Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Union Square Departure Location 478 Post St.
What's included?
- Transportation to Pier 33 Alcatraz Cruise Port after City Tour
- Transport by air-conditioned luxury motor-coach
- Narrated Bus Tour of San Francisco
- Plenty of stops with Photo opportunities
- Alcatraz Admission Ticket (valued at $45.25 USD) including Ferry Ride & Cellhouse Audio Tour
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Any other services not specified
- Hotel Pick up or drop off
- Bus Transportation after the Alcatraz Tour is not included
Which places does it visit?
It visits Union Square, Van Ness Avenue, Cow Hollow, Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio of San Francisco, Lands End, Golden Gate Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Gray Line San Francisco
