Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Price from
- $86 / person
- Location
- San Francisco, United States
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 377 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Alcatraz Bikes & Tours
- Meeting point
- Please pick up 2 hours before your scheduled Alcatraz departure time. This is the ticket redemption location. The tours do not depart from this location.
Description
Epic San Francisco Experience! Begin with a thrilling guided bus tour across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering stunning views of the bay. Or grab a 40-minute bike rental to cruise the vibrant streets, waterfront, or even across the bridge itself. Explore hidden neighborhoods or famous landmarks like a local—free and fearless. Alternatively, enjoy a 1-hour Golden Gate Bay Cruise to see the bridge, Alcatraz, and city skyline from the water. Next, take a ferry to Alcatraz Island with your prepaid ticket—no waiting in sold-out lines! Immerse yourself in a 3-hour audio tour, exploring the eerie corridors and haunting history of the notorious “Rock” at your own pace.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:10 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:05 PM, 2:45 PM, and 3:20 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $86
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $86
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 76 of the next 150 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Alcatraz Island
Once you take the ferry over to Alcatraz Island and you are dropped off, you will make your way up to the main prison building, where you receive an audio headset, and the audio tour will guide you through the Alcatraz Prison. Once the audio tour is over, you can continue taking pictures and exploring the Island, or you can walk back down to the ferry landing and hop on the next ferry headed back to San Francisco. The Alcatraz tour typically takes 2-3 hours to enjoy.
What's included
Included
Audio tour of the Alcatraz Island inside the Prison
Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island (Value $45.25)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
377 reviews
How it compares in San Francisco
- Starting price $86 is close to the typical $80 for tours of similar length in San Francisco
Excurgo comparison of 962 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please call us to set your desired Alcatraz departure time
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages lasts about 2–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $86 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:10 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:05 PM, 2:45 PM, and 3:20 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $86, adults from $86. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 76 of the next 150 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please pick up 2 hours before your scheduled Alcatraz departure time. This is the ticket redemption location. The tours do not depart from this location. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(377)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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