
How to See Alcatraz Island When You Visit San Francisco
A prison isn’t usually a tourist destination, but Alcatraz Island in San Francisco is a major exception. Touring the historic former penitentiary is…
Includes $45.25 Alcatraz ticket
We’ll start on the north end of Fisherman’s Wharf. As you enjoy those beautiful bayside views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, you’ll hear how San Francisco grew with the Gold Rush boom, cable cars, and even earthquakes to become the global metropolis it is today.
Walk with your guide along ...
We’ll start on the north end of Fisherman’s Wharf. As you enjoy those beautiful bayside views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, you’ll hear how San Francisco grew with the Gold Rush boom, cable cars, and even earthquakes to become the global metropolis it is today.
Walk with your guide along the waterfront where food stalls selling regional specialties like crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls line the path. We’ll even walk a section of the Barbary Coast trail and learn about its unsavory past.
Over at Pier 39, you can hang with the sea lions, admire the historic ships, and get to know this lively entertainment district.
Afterward, you’re ready for your cruise to Alcatraz Island. Your guide will show you where to find the boat. There are great views of the skyline on the ride over, so be sure to bring your camera.
Once you’re there, enjoy your self-guided tour of the island, including the notorious prison. There’s WiFi on the island so you can access the audio guide on your smartphone. Then you’ll return to Fisherman’s Wharf — a perfect day by the bay.
Viewpoint for Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, ships, and more
Where the world-famous chocolate began
Featuring food stalls with clam chowder, Dungeness crab, and sourdough
A portion of the historic trail that was once a red-light district
For sea lions and historic ships
Filled with amusement piers, art deco streetcars, and restaurants
Self-guided tour of the island and historic prison with roundtrip cruise tickets included
Book this tour for just your group, starting from $99 per adult.
Book Private TourThis tour includes a cruise to and from the island plus your ticket to tour Alcatraz ($45.25). The island has WiFi, and you can access the audio guide on your smartphone.
Meet your ExperienceFirst guide on the corner across the street from the Buena Vista Cafe, which is located at 2765 Hyde St.
Our tour of Fisherman’s Wharf includes a mile of walking at a moderate pace. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.
This tour includes a ticket to Alcatraz ($45.25) for a self-guided tour of the island. An audio guide, accessible via your smartphone, is available. The National Park Service only allows one official provider to offer cruises to the island. After your Fisherman’s Wharf Walking tour, which covers some Alcatraz history, your guide will show you where to find your cruise.
For the walking tour, we offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the tour start time. For the Alcatraz ticket, you can cancel up to four days (96 hours) prior to your tour time and receive a full refund. Cancellation within four days will be subject to a fee.
Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.
Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.
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