San Francisco Muir Woods and Alcatraz Tour

Experience the best of San Francisco with a flexible tour that lets you explore at your own pace. Visit the city's top neighborhoods and landmarks before crossing the Golden Gate Bridge for breathtaking views. Walk among the towering redwoods in Muir Woods, enjoy lunch in Sausalito, and uncover the rich history of Alcatraz Island with a self-guided audio tour. Choose to experience it all in one day or spread it over two for a more relaxed itinerary.
Choose Your Adventure:
One-Day Tour – A guided city tour in the morning, Muir Woods and Sausalito, then an afternoon ferry to Alcatraz.

Two-Day Tour – Visit Alcatraz on Day 1, then explore San Francisco, Muir Woods & Sausalito on Day 2.

We handle transportation, tickets, and logistics—so you don’t have to. Whether you're short on time or want a hassle-free experience, this tour ensures you see the city's top sights with ease.

Perfect for families, first-time visitors, and anyone looking for a well-organized adventure

Meeting Point

782 Columbus Ave

782 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

IMPORTANT: This experience is broken up into two tours. A bus tour portion exploring the City, Muir Woods, Sausalito. And a separate Alcatraz portion.
There will be two different meeting locations for these tours:

Alcatraz Tour: Pier 33

Bus Tour: 782 Columbus Avenue

What's included:

• Local guide
• Expert guides: Enjoy safe transportation and rich stories about San Francisco's history and culture.
• Flexibility to choose your departure dates and times
• Official Alcatraz Ticket and Tour: Ferry ticket and tour of the prison included
• Live commentary on board where you will learn the history and culture of the Bay Area

Not included:

• Optional: Gratuities
• Meals on own with a lunch stop in Sausalito
• Muir Woods Entrance Fee (Free entrance for National Parks Pass holders and children 15 and under)

What to expect:

Duration: 9 hours

Alcatraz Island

San Francisco, 94133, California

For those choosing the Two-Day Tour, your Alcatraz experience begins on Day 1. You’ll travel to Pier 33 independently, where you’ll catch the ferry to Alcatraz Island for a self-paced exploration, allowing you to absorb the island’s powerful history at your leisure.
If you opt for the One-Day Tour, you’ll start the day with our morning bus tour of San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito, followed by a lunch stop in Sausalito. In the afternoon, we’ll conveniently drop you off at Pier 33, where you’ll embark on the Alcatraz ferry and experience the iconic prison tour.

No matter which option you choose, your Alcatraz visit is guaranteed to be an unforgettable journey into history, made seamless with our self guided tour offerings and official ticket.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

North Beach

San Francisco, California

Begin your adventure at our conveniently located shop at 782 Columbus Ave, right in the heart of Little Italy. After a quick and easy check-in, you’ll hop on the bus and set off to explore the city’s most iconic neighborhoods!

15 minutes

Fisherman's Wharf

Jefferson Street, Between Hyde and Powell Streets, San Francisco, 94133, California

One of San Francisco's most popular destinations - from beautiful old shipyards, to Boudin's Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, and of course, the sea lions of Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf has it all.

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Pacific Heights

2356 Pine St, , San Francisco, 94115-2715, California

Offering one of the most scenic outlooks in all of Northern California, Pacific Heights is home to Billionaire's Row, featuring the estates of politicians, tech titans and other San Francisco celebrities (includes Mrs. Doubtfire house!).

15 minutes

Presidio of San Francisco

San Francisco, 94129, California

Former military base, now a beautiful park that includes Crissy Field, Fort Point, Lucasfilm’s (George Lucas) headquarters and the Walt Disney Museum.

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Fort Point National Historic Site

201 Marine Dr, Building 999, San Francisco, 94129, California

Located just beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point gives you a front row seat to the Bay and is a great photo stop. This former military fortification was used during WWII.

15 minutes

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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Muir Woods National Monument

1 Muir Woods Rd, Mill Valley, 94941-4205, California

Muir Woods National Monument is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful trees in the world. Many of our guests consider this stop to be the highlight of their trip.

1 hour, 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

3301 Lyon Street, , San Francisco, 94123-1002, California

Originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exhibition, this urban temple has become a San Francisco treasure, beloved by residents and visitors alike.

10 minutes

Sausalito

Sausalito, California

Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town.

1 hour

Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco, 94129, California

Declared “one of the 10 wonders of the modern world,” the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognized symbols of San Francisco. Simply stunning!

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