San Francisco Alcatraz and Lombard Street Tour

Start your day at Alcatraz with the official Alcatraz self-guided audio tour at your selected time. Spend 2–3 hours discovering the island's fascinating history and infamous prison at your own pace and take any ferry you want back to San Francisco.
After Alcatraz, head to Dylan’s Tour's Shop (782 Columbus Ave. San Francisco) in Little Italy for your next adventure: The Lombard Leap.

Starting at 2:00 PM, this open-air mini bus tour takes you through San Francisco’s iconic spots. Navigate the twists of Lombard Street ("The Crooked Street"), explore Russian Hill, Little Italy, and Chinatown, and enjoy a photo stop at Coit Tower for stunning views. The tour wraps up back at our shop in the heart of Little Italy.

This combination offers the perfect way to experience Alcatraz’s legendary tales and the cultural and scenic highlights of San Francisco, all in one unforgettable day.

Meeting Point

San Francisco Pier 33 - Alcatraz Island

San Francisco Pier 33 - Alcatraz Island, San Francisco, CA, USA

Your adventure starts at Pier 33 (The Alcatraz Terminal) to take your Alcatraz Island self guided tour. Make sure to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled time to claim your ticket. After your Alcatraz tour you will meet at Dylan's Tours Shop (782 Columbus Ave.) by 2:00PM for your bus tour.

What's included:

• Discounts to bike rentals, kayaks, museums and other activities in the Bay Area.
• Ability to bring your own alcohol and beverages *For the van tour only* (Avoid bringing red wine)
• The only way to drive down the world famous Lombard St. "The Most Crooked Street in the World"
• Customized open air 7 passenger van that gives you 360 views of San Francisco **weather pending**
• Opportunity to upgrade your experience to include Muir Woods OR Wine Country at a discount
• Ferry transportation to and from Alcatraz island. Food and beverages sold on board
• Fun and educated driver to safely navigate you and provide fun facts on all the sites you will see
• Blankets provided on your van tour to keep you warm if the temperature drops during your tour.
• Experience the sounds and smells of San Francisco neighborhoods such as Chinatown and the Wharf
• Official Alcatraz Ticket: A self guided tour around one of the most infamous prisons in the world
• $5 store credit (per person) to our Dylan's Tours and San Franpsycho shop
• A photo stop at the Coit Tower vista point on Telegraph Hill. Soak in the views overlooking The Bay

Not included:

• Food and Drink: We advise checking out Pier 39 or Little Italy for lunch options after Alcatraz
• Transportation to Pier 33 and our shop for your Open Air Van Tour

What to expect:

Duration: between 3 hours and 5 hours

Alcatraz Island

San Francisco, 94133, California

board the ferry for the Official Alcatraz Day Tour. This former federal prison was once home to infamous criminals Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly, and it is a must-do while visiting San Francisco.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

North Beach

San Francisco, California

Voted as one of the USA’s “ten great neighborhoods,” North Beach is best known as the home of Little Italy. From delicious restaurants to authentic sidewalk cafes and bakeries, you will feel the charm of San Francisco as soon as you arrive.

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Pier 39

Beach Street & The Embarcadero, San Francisco, 94133, California

Pier 39 is known for its incredible views of the San Francisco Bay, including the Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz. It's also known for the famous California sea lions that gather on K-Dock.

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Ghirardelli Square

900 North Point St, Suite E100, San Francisco, 94109-1192, California

Ghirardelli Square offers a full block of 19th century brick former factories repurposed in the 1960's into a popular collection shops and restaurants.

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Chinatown

San Francisco, California

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.

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Lombard Street

San Francisco, California

Ride down Lombard Street, otherwise known as the ‘crookedest street’ in San Francisco.

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Fisherman’s Wharf

San Francisco, California

One of San Francisco’s most popular destinations. From old shipyards to Boudin’s Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, Fisherman’s Wharf has it all.

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Little Italy

San Francisco, California

See the city’s famous Little Italy, including Tony’s Pizza, Original Joe’s, and Washington Square Park.

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Coit Tower

1 Telegraph Hill Blvd, , San Francisco, 94133-3106, California

Visit Coit Tower in Telegraph Hill and catch some of the best views of San Francisco

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Telegraph Hill

San Francisco, California

Telegraph Hill is home to Coit Tower and offers stunning views of the San Francisco Bay and the city.

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Russian Hill

San Francisco, California

Russian Hill is home to the famously crooked Lombard Street and offers stunning views of the city, including some of the oldest architecture in San Francisco.

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Nob Hill

San Francisco, California

Home to some of our most famous hotels, Nob Hill offers some of the best cocktail lounges and views in the city.

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