Alcatraz Island Cruise & Straight to the Gate Access

A 1.5-hour cruise along an abandoned federal prison and a picturesque bay

3.9

Good
133 reviews
Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

This 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront will give you a chance to explore the city's skyline from a different perspective.

You'll sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and pass Angel Island State Park as you circle Alcatraz Island – a former federal prison. Here, you'll get to see the prison, hear historical accounts of ex-guards and former inmates and see photos on your smartphone or tablet.

Your ticket will let you skip the box office line and head straight to the gate.

Why Visit

  • Audio tour with first-hand accounts of life in Alcatraz
  • Sightseeing along the scenic San Francisco waterfront

What's included

  • Cruise

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Alcoholic drinks

    Accessibility

    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Accessible to strollers
    • Service animals welcome
    • Public transit links nearby

    Health & Safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Restrictions

    • Arrive at least 30 minutes before the start time.

    Audio-supported languages

    Japanese
    Korean
    Spanish
    French
    German
    English (UK)
    Simplified Chinese
    Italian

    Additional information

    This activity is suitable for wheelchair users only on the first deck.

    This activity is suitable for pushchairs.

    Children aged 0–4 years can board the boat for free.

    Please note that tour and sailing times are subject to change.

    Food and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks are available to purchase on board.

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Gates 3/4, Pier 39, North Beach, San Francisco, CA
    Board the boat at Pier 39 located at The Embarcadero at Beach St. in San Francisco. You do not have to visit the box office. Please queue by the blue 'Get Ready to Smile' canopy and present your voucher to the staff.
    End point
    Gates 3/4, Pier 39, North Beach, San Francisco, CA, 94133
    The activity ends at the listed address.

    User ratings

    3.9Good(133 reviews)
    Good value
    3.9
    Facilities
    3.9
    Quality of service
    4.0
    Ease of access
    4.2

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