San Francisco in a Day: Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito
Overview
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Experience the best of San Francisco with a flexible tour that lets you explore at your own pace. Visit the city's top neighborhoods and landmarks before crossing the Golden Gate Bridge for breathtaking views. Walk among the towering redwoods in Muir Woods, enjoy lunch in Sausalito, and uncover the rich history of Alcatraz Island with a self-guided audio tour. Choose to experience it all in one day or spread it over two for a more relaxed itinerary.
Choose Your Adventure:
One-Day Tour – A guided city tour in the morning, Muir Woods and Sausalito, then an afternoon ferry to Alcatraz.
Two-Day Tour – Visit Alcatraz on Day 1, then explore San Francisco, Muir Woods & Sausalito on Day 2.
We handle transportation, tickets, and logistics—so you don’t have to. Whether you're short on time or want a hassle-free experience, this tour ensures you see the city's top sights with ease.
Perfect for families, first-time visitors, and anyone looking for a well-organized adventure
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current passport or any government issued ID is required to redeem Alcatraz tickets.
Please contact us directly in regards to hotel pick-ups.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Expert guides: Enjoy safe transportation and rich stories about San Francisco's history and culture.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Flexibility to choose your departure dates and times
Official Alcatraz Ticket and Tour: Ferry ticket and tour of the prison included
Live commentary on board where you will learn the history and culture of the Bay Area
Optional: Gratuities
Meals on own with a lunch stop in Sausalito
Muir Woods Entrance Fee (Free entrance for National Parks Pass holders and children 15 and under)
Options
One Day: Bus Tour and Alcatraz
City, Muir Woods and Alcatraz: San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Official Alcatraz Ticket
Multi-Day Ticket
Flexible Alcatraz Ticket Time: Choose the time that best suites you for the Alcatraz Tour and then take the City, Muir Woods and Sausalito tour the next day
Two day experience: You will be taking the Official Alcatraz Tour on Day One and then enjoy the City, Muir Woods and Sausalito tour on Day Two
Reviews
1,285 reviews on TripAdvisor
Get the lowdown from a local!
Shelby D,
Mar 20, 2025
5.00Roger was an amazing tour guide. He gave such great insights into the city from a local’s perspective and provided so much helpful information as we made future plans in SF or the Bay Area. He was so positive and made it clear that SF is a city of love and excitement. Roger gave excellent recommendations for local travel and restaurants to check out. I was so lucky to be guided by him!
SF beauty
Marcela C,
Mar 19, 2025
5.00Highly recommend doing the Muir Woods first in order to not feel rushed at Alcatraz specially because you have to get on the ferry back to maje your next meet up time for the rest of the tour. I took this recommendation from all the reviews I read about this tour and I’m glad I did. We had a great morning with beautiful clear blue sunny skies. Muir Woods were lush and green. Our tour guide Roger was full of great funny knowledge. He even paired the tour with some music! It was fun and even got a bonus of going inside the palace of fine arts. Please don’t be late when you’re told to be back at a certain hour. That was my only con. Group of ppl were inconsiderate arrived late to start the tour and at several of our stops. Roger was very patient either them and waited for them. If you want your own tour at your own time book that.
Alcatraz
Melanie T,
Mar 9, 2025
4.00Strep hills and steps but there is a tram to take you to the top and back down. Auto headset was perfect due to actual inmates speaking.
Name that tune.
KyleCody M,
Mar 9, 2025
5.00Patrick is the man. Great tour guide. This tour is quite informative and worth the time. Muir woods is definitely worth seeing.
Funny and informative tour of the SF area. MUST DO ALCATRAZ.
Stuart P,
Feb 25, 2025
5.00Dylan's Tours did a great job setting us up on a fun and informational tour. I cannot remember our guides name, but he was hilarious and very informative about the area and the tours. The tour was timely, and I cannot tell you HOW AWESOME ALCATRAZ WAS. You should definitely add it on if you are on the fence.
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