Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise
from
$139
San Francisco
CA
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
2
hours
  • • Award winning Audio Tour On Alcatraz Island
  • • Entrance Fee To Alcatraz Island
  • • Round-trip Ferry To Alcatraz Island
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Experience the captivating history of Alcatraz Island and soak in the beauty of San Francisco Bay with the Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise. This immersive experience takes you on a journey through time as you explore the iconic prison and its intriguing stories. 

Step foot on the island and embark on a 45-minute award-winning audio tour, where you'll learn about the lives of the inmates and the daily operations of the prison. The tour provides a fascinating insight into the harsh conditions and notorious criminals that once populated Alcatraz. Complementing the Alcatraz visit is a 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise, where you'll board a comfortable ferry and embark on a scenic adventure around the bay. Take in breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the majestic skyline of San Francisco, and the picturesque Alcatraz Island from the water. The cruise offers the perfect opportunity to capture memorable photos and enjoy the refreshing ocean breeze. 

This experience is not only a treat for history enthusiasts but also for nature lovers and anyone seeking a unique way to explore San Francisco. It makes an excellent gift for friends, family, or even yourself, providing an unforgettable adventure filled with history, beauty, and a touch of mystery.

Points Of Interest and Landmarks

  • Pier 33
  • Alcatraz Island
  • Golden Gate Bridge

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What People Are Saying

(807 reviews)

Customers rave about the Alcatraz and Bay Cruise experience, highlighting insightful audio tours and engaging guides that bring the rich history of the island to life. Many appreciate the flexibility of self-paced exploration and the breathtaking views during the bay cruise, particularly under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Exceptional customer service, especially from Faycal, garners praise for resolving booking issues promptly. While some technical hiccups were noted, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, making this tour a compelling choice for anyone visiting San Francisco. It promises not just a fun day out, but a memorable journey into America’s intriguing past.


Experience Highlights

Informative Audio Tour... Helpful Staff... Beautiful Bay Views... Great Historical Insights... Unique Day Out... Family Friendly Experience... Flexibility in Booking... Smooth Communication...

Experience Overview:

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise With Night Option

Choose between a daytime tour or a special nighttime tour of Alcatraz. The nighttime tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and talks from expert historians. Both tours include an award-winning audio guide available in multiple languages to delve into the prison's dark history and infamous escape attempts.
Additionally, enjoy a narrated 1-hour cruise with views of landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the Bay Bridge, and Pier 39 sea lions, all from the comfort of a boat with indoor and outdoor seating.

The time you select will be your Alcatraz ferry departure.
The ferry will leave on time at the specific time you booked from Pier 33.

You may take the Bay cruise on any day at any available departure time. These are 2 separate tours. Children 4 years and younger are free and do not need tickets.

For the Alcatraz Night tour, If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour.

Meeting Point

Pier 33

San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

The time you select at checkout is the time of your Alcatraz ferry. The ferry will leave on time at your specified departure time. Please arrive at Pier 33 at least 30 minutes prior to your departure time.
For the Bay Cruise, exchange the voucher at the Blue and Gold Fleet box office at Pier 39.

What's included:

  • 45-minute award-wining audio tour on Alcatraz Island
  • Entrance/admission fee to Alcatraz Island (valued at $45.25 USD)
  • Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33
  • Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
  • 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise

Not included:

  • Transportation to and from Pier 33 or Pier 39 (make your own way there)
  • Food and Beverage

What to expect:

Duration: between 2 hours and 4 hours

Alcatraz Island

San Francisco, 94133, California

Choose between a daytime tour or a special nighttime tour of Alcatraz. The nighttime tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and talks from expert historians. For the Alcatraz Night tour ONLY: If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour. Otherwise, the Bay Cruise may be taken any other time or day according to the schedule.
You will take a short ride on a ferry (15min) to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33. Enjoy a 45-minute immersive audio tour to listen to the incredible history of the infamous prison. After that, you have all the time you want to explore the rest of the island. Then you can take any ferry back to Pier 33. The ferry usually runs every 30 minutes.

A multi-language audio tour included is now available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese, and Dutch. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.

2 hours, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

San Francisco Bay

, , San Francisco, California

Take advantage of prime photo opportunities with unobstructed views in every direction aboard Blue & Gold Fleet’s 60-minute Bay Cruise Adventure. Sail past the famous PIER 39 sea lions and along San Francisco’s historic waterfront, revealing the city’s fascinating skyline. Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge for a fantastic photo opportunity. This comfortable San Francisco Bay Cruise tour has both indoor and outdoor seating with full narration describing major landmarks as you sail by them. You haven’t experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. The Bay Cruise departs from Pier 39. You may take the San Francisco Bay cruise anytime you choose. A schedule of departure times will be sent to you after booking.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that this package is 2 separate tours - Alcatraz tour PLUS a separate Bay Cruise.

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

All ticket sales are final and not refundable. Reservations cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded once confirmed. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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San Francisco Bay Cruise with Alcatraz

(807 reviews)
San Francisco
CA
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
2
hours
  • • Award winning Audio Tour On Alcatraz Island
  • • Entrance Fee To Alcatraz Island
  • • Round-trip Ferry To Alcatraz Island
or

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