Official Inside Alcatraz Cruise
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience. Secure this experience because it often times sells out weeks in advance.You will also receive the free appetizer of the day at the iconic Mona Lisa Restaurant with an entree purchase.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Alcatraz Ticket $47.95, Ferry Cruise, Award winning audio in 11 languages.
Free appetizer at iconic Mona Lisa Restaurant in San Francisco's North Beach "Little Italy" with a purchase of a meal.
Gratuities
What To Expect
Alcatraz Island
Cruise and experience stunning views of the San Francisco Bay and city skyline. As the ferry pulls away, look back for amazing views of the famous Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower, and Coit Tower. Step back in time and discover the legendary prison that was home to the greatest criminals, such as Al Capone and Machine Gun Kelly. Walk inside prison cells, walk through solitary confinement. recreation yard and dining hall. Explore at your own and listen to the award winning audio "Doing Time" narrated by former inmates and guards.
Options
Official Alcatraz Island Cruise
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very good
Peter K,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Cool thing! Be sure to look! Om During a round trip we booked due Alcatraz crossing. A dream to see it life as a European.
Excellent experience. A must do in San Francisco.
Jamal S,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience. Good quality ferry to the island and a very scenic ride. The prison itself is well presented and the audio guide is very informative. Great trip. I’m glad I did it ! I booked a slot at 15:20, but received a ticket for 15:50. It made the schedule a bit tight and I didn’t get an opportunity to visit the wonderful stores on the island. Would have liked to. Viator should be more careful with what people are booking.
Lots of the prison was...
Jenn A,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00Lots of the prison was off limits that was not pointed out during booking. The tour was still pretty good and interesting.
Fantastic experience
Mike B,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a great experience! It’s been a childhood dream to visit Alcatraz and it didn’t disappoint. The audio tour was worth every penny and packed with information. It’s a shame that it only covers the cellblock and would be nice if there was one that covered the whole island, but the information boards provided plenty of facts, dotted around. The booking time seems to be irrelevant. No matter what your ticket says, you just turn up and queue for the next available boat that run every 30 minutes. Not sure if that’s the same in high season? Again, for return, you just queue up when you’re ready to come back.
Very nice!
Karin B,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00I liked that it was all very loose.We could get on a previous boat, and move freely all the time, so did not have to stay with a group
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