easy
5–6 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves periods of walking and standing with some stairs on Alcatraz Island.
Discover San Francisco’s famous landmarks and the legendary Alcatraz Island with a personal guide on this private, full-day tour. Explore history, culture, and stunning views all in one unforgettable trip.
8 hours • All ages
8 hours
Includes tickets for the Alcatraz Prison tour. During the morning San Francisco city tour, see attractions like the Presidio, Haight-Ashbury, Chinatown, and Coit Tower. Stop and explore the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Land’s End and Twin Peaks.
Alcatraz Tour
Tickets for the Alcatraz ferry and 3+ hours to enjoy the Alcatraz Island prison tour
Comprehensive San Francisco tour that includes Fisherman’s Wharf, the Presidio, Haight-Ashbury, Chinatown & more
Fully guided tour makes stops to explore and photograph the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Land’s End and Twin Peaks
Time for a seafood or pasta lunch in Fisherman’s Wharf or North Beach (not included) SF and Alcatraz Tour Details
This is a complete San Francisco City and Alcatraz Island tour. Ride in comfort, walk the streets and float the bay as you visit the city’s top attractions PLUS experience the Alcatraz Island Prison Tour. Go way beyond “hop on hop off”. Avoid fretting over last-minute Alcatraz tickets. Your city insider guide will deliver an incredible San Francisco sightseeing adventure.
After a convenient morning pickup at most San Francisco hotels, your city tour begins on San Francisco’s waterfront and rolls through the Marina District. At the lovely Palace of Fine Arts, you will have the chance to stop and photograph the historic building and grounds.
Then, on to the main event—a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge!
This San Francisco city highlights tour will take you to Land’s End where you can stretch your legs while overlooking Sutro Baths and the Pacific Ocean coastline. Later, you will be blown away by the beauty of Golden Gate Park.
Later, you will be blown away by the dramatic views of the entire city from the top of Twin Peaks.
For the last portion of the tour, your guide will explain the historic and cultural importance of neighborhoods like Haight-Ashbury, Castro, Nob Hill, and Chinatown. Finally, in North Beach, we’ll point out Lombard Street, Coit Tower, Washington Square and more.
The Alcatraz Trip When the San Francisco tour concludes, you will have an hour and change to pick a restaurant in Fisherman’s Wharf or North Beach. When you’ve had your fill, make your way to Pier 33 to board your ferry for the Alcatraz Island Prison Tour. The 15-minute sail has incredible views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, San Francisco Bay and Angel Island — have your camera ready!
On arrival to Alcatraz Island, pick up the Cellhouse Audio Tour included with the purchase of this San Francisco and Alcatraz tour package. Hear the voices of prisoners and guards describing their experiences at Alcatraz in English, Spanish, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Dutch or Mandarin.
After touring on Alcatraz Island to your heart’s content, grab one of the returning ferries back to Pier 33. If you’ve worked up an appetite or thirst, there are plenty of Fisherman’s Wharf options before making your way back to your hotel.
Alcatraz tours sell out quickly, so secure your spot well in advance to guarantee availability.
Expect some walking and stairs, especially on Alcatraz Island; choose sturdy, comfortable shoes.
San Francisco weather can be cool and windy, especially near the water, so layering is recommended.
Plan to arrive at the ferry terminal 30 minutes before departure to avoid long lines.
Alcatraz operated as a federal prison from 1934 to 1963, housing notorious criminals like Al Capone and George 'Machine Gun' Kelly.
Efforts to preserve Alcatraz Island focus on protecting its unique urban ecosystem and historic structures while minimizing visitor impact.
Essential for navigating both city streets and uneven surfaces on Alcatraz Island.
Allows you to adapt to changing temperatures and windy conditions near the bay.
Useful for keeping your phone charged for photos and accessing digital tickets.
Stay hydrated during your full-day tour with a refillable water bottle.