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5 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
All of our tour guides are Bay Area Natives, which will help you understand what it’s like to grow up in SF and now live here as grown ups with our own families. You will enjoy an introduction to San Francisco on this 5 to 6 hour tour that includes Neighborhoods like Chinatown, North Beach, Pacific Heights and a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument. You'll be driven around the city to see its diverse neighborhoods and geography, stopping several times for photo ops. At Muir Woods, admire the towering redwood trees, and visit the waterfront town of Sausalito for lunch (own expense). Works great for people coming from cruise ships. You cannot book the Alcatraz option under 4 days in advance.
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
In order to visit Alcatraz, you must choose the Alcatraz Option. If you do not select the Alcatraz option, we will not be able to provide admission for you to Alcatraz.
Our ticket availability for Alcatraz visits is limited, and unfortunately, we are unable to provide any extra accommodations. If the Alcatraz option is not available, it means that all tickets have been sold out.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Local guide
Bottled Water and Snack
Alcatraz Admission Ticket (Only applicable if you chose the option including Ticket to Alcatraz).
Lunch in Sausalito (Personal Expense)
Optional: Gratuities
If you didn’t choose the Alcatraz option you won’t be going to Alcatraz.
Muir Woods entrance fee $15
Muir Wood
Fisherman’s Wharf
One of San Francisco's most popular destinations - from beautiful old shipyards, to Boudin's Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, Fisherman's Wharf has it all.
Chinatown
Boasting the largest Chinatown in the United States, this 24-block mecca is bustling with energy, amazing food, and unique and colorful shops that give this area its charm.
All in one Day Tour : All the attractions are included, EXCEPT for the admission to Alcatraz, and Alcatraz will not be part of the itinerary.
Duration: 6 hours
Water and Snacks.
Minibus
Official Alactraz Tour : After the "SF-Woods-Sausalito" part of the tour, you will be dropped off at Alcatraz Landing where you will catch the ferry.
Duration: 3 hours: The Alcatraz Audio tour is around 90 minutes, you have an option to stay longer or take the ferry back.
Alcatraz Ferry: You will take a ferry to and from Alcatraz Island.
Alcatraz Ferry
1,051 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lajostan G,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was an awesome experience Per was very knowledgeable and helpful. I highly recommend it. I really enjoyed it
lisawL7041FV,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour was my favorite part about our vacation. It was such a great way to see the city. Our guide was very informative and there were enough stops to use the bathroom and get food. Muir woods was my favorite. I would highly recommend this tour!!




alfredsG328SI,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Per was an amazing tour guide! Super knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. Bundling the tour with the Alcatraz visit was not only a better value, but also super convenient as you get dropped off right at the port where the ferry takes off! Very highly recommended. Especially if you are short on time and want to see as much as you can.

yankeeluvr02,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Alex was very knowledgable and he worked hard to make sure we had a great day on this tour. We didn’t realize we would also get to tour some of the city before Muir Woods so that was an unexpected bonus! We highly recommend this tour!
E4331CHchristinel,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Alex was so nice and gave us alot of great information about San Fransisco! He was funny and engaging to talk with! He offered to take photos for us and gave us all the information we needed to experience San Fransisco! One of my favorite parts was when Alex played songs about San Fransisco and told us about the history of the musician. It was a perfect day!
bryant n,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
Awesome very informative the jail Alcatraz was awesome the redwoods were tall and kool looking tour guide was nice and very informative
D4176XIkathyw,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful experience, and our guide, Alex, had so much knowledge about the city since he grew up in the area. He played music for us and was just so great. It was a great adventure, and I highly recommend this tour to others. LOVED Muir Woods and seeing the Golden Gate Bridge from a new angle. All and all, a great experience!
jerrysRN,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Brendan was a fabulous guide. His knowledge of the area allowed us a very informative trip. The city tour hit all the highlights and more, the Bridge stop was cool, the Redwoods were amazing. The lunch spots he recommended were fantastic. He dropped us off just in time for our Alcatraz tour, after taking all the photos we could want. I love the small group tour, worth every penny.










Ian K,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
Relaxed and informative, the tour guide was friendly and helpful which made for a great day for everyone
Jeff F,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
Awesome experience with Per. All stops were very helpful to understand San Francisco just that much more.
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