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Mobile ticket
Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and talks from expert historians. Both tours include an audio guide available in multiple languages to delve into the prison's 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 Alcatraz ferry departs 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.
The night tour is not available on Sundays and Mondays.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that this package is 2 separate tours - Alcatraz tour PLUS a separate Bay Cruise.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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 Pier 33 or Pier 39 (make your own way there)
Food and Beverage
Alcatraz Island
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. For the Alcatraz Night tour ONLY: If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour. Otherwise, the Bay Cruise may be taken any other time or day according to the schedule. 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 arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.
San Francisco Bay
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.
This option includes a daytime visit to Alcatraz
With this option you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz Night tour if you wish to take them on the same day.
905 reviews
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Allyson M,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
This was my second time doing this tour with my family. I took my daughter two years ago. I would recommend it to anyone. It was very efficient, and the audio tour was very informational. My teenagers had a fun and educational experience. We also loved the ferry cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge. This was a highlight for my kids. They took so many great photos, and the audio during the ferry ride was helpful. It was a nice sunny day when we were out, and we all had so much fun!
Man o,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
A1 experience seeing an old historic prison. Well narrated and well kept place. Ferry ride over has some incredible views of the Bay. Highly recommend for the price it's definitely worth it.
Amir M,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
We had a chance to take a day tour as every night tour was booked. Make sure you plan ahead as these do book quick. We had great time and audio tour is great.
Edwina C,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
The tour was good but the fact we were charged double for each ticket I was not happy about and I picked the 12:00 pm tour and my ticket showed 9:00 tour so we had to do standby. Luckily we still made the 12:00 boat. This is a third party site so people need to really double check before purchasing.
sharonfieldes,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
Was a fantastic day - everyone was friendly, helpful and what an experience to see both these activities
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