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Alcatraz Island and San Francisco City Bus Tour

Take a boat ride to 'The Rock' and see San Fran's sights en route

Duration: 6h 30mins
Audio guide: English
Live guide: English
Registered address: 50 Quint Street, 94124, San Francisco, US
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Guided bus tour of San Francisco
Narration by a local expert / professional guide
Photo stops at iconic San Francisco landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, and Land's End Ocean Beach (Sutro Baths)
Transportation via air-conditioned coach
Alcatraz admission ticket, including ferry ride and cellhouse audio tour
Hotel pickup or drop-off
Gratuities (optional)
Food and beverages

Victorian hillside homes, Union Square, the Transamerica Pyramid – San Francisco's full of iconic imagery. And that's even before Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge are mentioned. You'll get to see them all on this half-day tour of the city, and best of all, you'll also spend some time on the infamous Alcatraz.

Locked away a mile off-shore, high tides battering the island, and formerly filled with some of America's most notorious criminals including Al Capone and “Machine Gun” Kelly – it's no wonder why Alcatraz rouses such interest. Take an in-depth tour of the prison's cells with an audio guide, and enjoy the views of San Francisco from afar.

You'll also see Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and Land's End (where you'll find one of the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge there is). From city to sea, you'll see all the essentials.

Show your smartphone voucher and a valid photo ID at one of the the following departure points:

  • Union Square Area - Departure at 08:40 from 478 Post Street. You'll find the Encore Cafe situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street and our team will meet you at the designated time for the tour departure
  • Fisherman's Wharf Area - Departure at 09:00 from 2805 Leavenworth Street. You'll easily spot the Pomegranate Cafe directly across the street. Wait there, and the team will meet you at the designated time for the tour departure

You will receive your tickets for Alcatraz upon check-in.

Please note:

  • The contour of Alcatraz Island is rugged and steep. The distance between the dock and Alcatraz prison is about 1/4 mile (.4km), and the elevation change is 130 feet (40 meters)
  • Sustainable Easy Access Transport (S.E.A.T.) is available to those with mobility impairment
  • Get a full refund if you select a refundable ticket during checkout and cancel until 23:59 the day before you visit.
  • Rescheduling is not possible for this ticket.

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