Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

4.5 (1,229 reviews) San Francisco, USA
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Duration7h - 8h
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Overview

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van across the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoying the scenery without the hassle of driving. Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace.

Choose between a day or night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour features a sunset cruise, cell door demonstrations, and expert talks. Both tours offer an award-winning audio guide in multiple languages, detailing the prison's dark history and escape attempts.

The 8:30am and 9:45am times departs from 488 Post Street. Look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street. It will start with Muir Woods and Sausalito then go to Alcatraz.

The 9:10am and 10:35am times departs from Pier 33. It will start with Alcatraz then go to Muir Woods and Sausalito.

The 12:50pm and 2pm times departs from Pier 33. It will start with Muir Woods and Sausalito then to Alcatraz at night.

Options

Alcatraz Day-Muir Woods-Saus

Itinerary: First visit Alcatraz in the morning, followed by Muir Woods and Sausalito in the afternoon. Tour starts at Pier 33.
Drop-Off Information: You may be dropped off at Pier 33 OR at 488 Post St near Union Square.
Starting point:
Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Muir Woods-Saus-Alcatraz Day

Itinerary: First visit Muir Woods in the morning, followed by Alcatraz in the afternoon. Starts at 488 Post St.
Drop-Off Information: After your Alcatraz tour, your day will end at Pier 33.
Starting point:
488 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

Muir Woods-Saus-Alcatraz Night

Itinerary: First visit Muir Woods and Sausalito in the afternoon, followed by Alcatraz at night. Tour starts at Pier 33.
Drop-Off Information: After your Alcatraz tour, your day will end at Pier 33.
Starting point:
Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

What's included

  • Free time on Alcatraz Island
  • Small-group guided tour to Muir Woods National Park in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter van
  • Alcatraz admission ticket plus award-winning Cellhouse Audio Tour ($45.25 USD value)
  • Round-trip ferry ride from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island
  • Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
  • Gratuity (20% is the standard recommendation for guides/chauffeurs)
  • Food and Beverages
  • Entrance fee to Muir Woods ($15 USD Adults. Children free.)

What to expect

  1. Golden Gate Bridge
    Pass by
    Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and admire the 360-degree scenic views.
  2. Vista Point
    10m
    Stop for a few minutes for an amazing view of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and San Francisco skyline
  3. Muir Woods National Monument
    1h 15m · Admission ticket not included
    Walk quietly at your own pace on an easy path surrounded by 1000-year-old Redwood trees.
  4. Sausalito Boardwalk
    1h
    Explore the quaint town of Sausalito, have lunch, discover art galleries, and get some souvenirs.
  5. Alcatraz Island
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Board the ferry to Alcatraz at Pier 33 on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. Headsets are provided to listen to the award-winning audio tour, “Doing Time”, where you will learn about notorious criminals like Al Capone, who were incarcerated here. Learn about escape attempts from 'The Rock' and listen to commentary from former inmates and staff. This will be your drop-off point. No transportation is provided after Alcatraz because you will be able to stay as long as you want on the Island until the last ferry back to Pier 33.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Alcatraz times starting at 9:10AM and 10:35AM start at Pier 33.

If you booked 9:10am Alcatraz, meet at 12:50pm for your Muir Woods tour.
If you booked 10:35am Alcatraz, meet at 2pm for your Muir Woods tour.

For Muir Woods, meet us outside Pier 33 at the sidewalk.

Meeting point

Very important: ONLY the 8:30AM and 9:45AM departure times will meet at 488 Post st. (Cafe Encore). Look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street.

End point

All tours end at Pier 33.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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