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Alcatraz Tour Package by San Francisco Tours and Activities - San Francisco

Alcatraz Tour Package by San Francisco Tours and Activities

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2.5–3 hours for Alcatraz tour, plus optional time for other activities

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; moderate walking on uneven surfaces and stairs

Overview

Step inside Alcatraz’s storied cells with a tour that pairs history with flexible sightseeing options. Choose bike, bus, or bay cruise to experience San Francisco’s highlights your way.

San Francisco, California

Alcatraz Tour Package

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Bike Rental
Bike Tour
Bus Tour
E-Bike
Ferry
Hop On Hop Off
Self-Guided Tour

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About This Adventure

Experience the haunting history of Alcatraz with an immersive tour that includes access to the prison cells and a captivating audio guide. Choose between a scenic bike rental for self-guided exploration, a hop-on hop-off bus tour of San Francisco's iconic sights, or a picturesque Bay cruise, making your visit unforgettable.

Alcatraz is a must see in San Fransisco!

Alcatraz + Bike Rental Package Includes:

  • A visit INSIDE the Alcatraz prison cells
  • Ferry ride and admission to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33
  • A 45-minute award wining audio tour in multiple languages on the island
  • Up to 2 days use of a bicycle for a self-guided bike tour (includes helmet, lock, biking map, and use of bicycle)
  • Option to upgrade to electric bikes with a fee (+$50 per person)

Alcatraz + Bus Tour Package Includes:

  • A visit INSIDE the Alcatraz prison cells
  • Alcatraz ferry and entrance (includes a 45-minute award wining audio tour in multiple languages on the island)
  • A 1-day unlimited use hop-on hop-off bus ticket that includes visits to the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, Golden Gate Park, Alamo Square, Chinatown, and more!
  • Option to upgrade to a 2-day tour with a fee (+$20 per person)

Alcatraz + Bay Cruise Package Includes:

  • A visit INSIDE the Alcatraz prison cells
  • Alcatraz ferry and entrance (includes a 45-minute award wining audio tour in multiple languages on the island)
  • A 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise tour to see around the Alcatraz Island and under the Golden Gate Bridge! Multiple daily departure schedule, Bay Cruise tickets are valid for any day.

Duration

  • Alcatraz Tour: Approximately 2.5 - 3 hours, departs from Pier 33
  • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: Valid for 1-day or 2-day unlimited use
  • Bay Cruise Tour: 60-minutes, multiple departures daily from Pier 39

How It Works

  • You will receive your tour tickets by email after the booking is complete.
  • Alcatraz Location: Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing)
  • Departure Time: TBD
  • Bus tour starting point: 99 Jefferson st. Hours: 10am to 5pm daily. Frequency: every 15-30mins between buses.
  • Bike rental location: 1465 Lombard street, San Francisco. Hours: 9am to 5pm daily.

Available Times

Please select available date/time during check out This Alcatraz cruise ticket includes the ferry to the Alcatraz Island, the 45-minutes audio tour, and the entrance to the Alcatraz Island cell blocks. It also includes a Hop on Hop off open top bus tour OR a bike rental for the ultimate San Francisco experience. The Alcatraz tour ticket is very popular and it is recommended that you book in advance online to secure your Alcatraz tour spot.

You can stay on Alcatraz Island as long as you like, but allow at least 3 hours for cruising to the Island, taking the Cellhouse audio tour, exploring the rest of the Island and its historic exhibits and returning via ferry to Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing.

The Alcatraz tour ticket package contains tour activities that are operated by different tour agencies. You will receive ticketing instructions by email once your booking is confirmed.

Adventure Tips

Book Alcatraz Tickets Early

Alcatraz tours sell out quickly, especially in peak seasons—reserve your spot weeks ahead to avoid disappointment.

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The island has uneven terrain and stairs; sturdy walking shoes will keep you comfortable during your visit.

Bring Layers for Bay Weather

San Francisco Bay can be chilly and windy, even in summer; a windbreaker or fleece will keep you warm.

Arrive Early for Bike Rentals

Picking up your bike rental early in the day maximizes the time you have for self-guided city rides.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Harbor seals often lounge near the ferry docks
  • Western gulls are common and add life to the shoreline scenes

History

Alcatraz Island served as a federal prison from 1934 to 1963, housing some of the nation’s most infamous criminals and operating as a military fort before that.

Conservation

Efforts to preserve Alcatraz involve minimizing visitor impact on island ecology and supporting sustainable ferry operations to protect the San Francisco Bay.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Supportive shoes help navigate steep stairs and uneven paths on Alcatraz Island.

Layered Clothing

Essential

Bring layers to adapt to changing temperatures and bay breezes.

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Reusable Water Bottle

Essential

Staying hydrated is important, especially when biking or walking between sites.

Weatherproof Jacket

Protects against wind and occasional rain common in the San Francisco Bay area.

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