Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

Duration2h - 5h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Overview

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure:
Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk you away on a 2-hour whirlwind tour if you choose to stay on for the full loop. Cruise past iconic landmarks and charming neighborhoods while soaking in breathtaking panoramic views and entertaining commentary. Feel free to explore at your own pace—jump off whenever a spot catches your eye, then hop back on to keep the adventure rolling!

Alcatraz Island Experience:
Step into a gripping self-guided audio tour packed with intriguing stories from former inmates and guards. Sail across the shimmering waters to Alcatraz aboard a ferry offering unbeatable views of San Francisco’s sparkling skyline. Your adventure’s starting point changes depending on whether you dive into the bus tour or Alcatraz first—so get ready for a day packed with excitement and surprises!

Options

Official Inside Alcatraz Cruise and All Day Hop on Hop Off Tour

Night Cruise Option

What's included

Entrance fee

What to expect

Alcatraz Island
3h · Admission ticket included

Alcatraz Island, located in the middle of San Francisco Bay, is one of America’s most famous historic landmarks. Once home to a notorious federal penitentiary known as “The Rock,” it housed some of the country’s most infamous criminals, including Al Capone and Robert Stroud (the “Birdman of Alcatraz”).
Highlights of Alcatraz Island:

The Cellhouse: Tour the former prison’s cellblocks with an immersive audio guide that brings to life the stories of inmates, guards, and key events. The narration includes firsthand accounts, making this a truly unique historical experience.
Historic Buildings: Explore the island’s remnants of military fortifications, the lighthouse (the oldest on the West Coast), and guard towers.
Breathtaking Views: From the island, enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and the expansive bay.
Golden Gate Bridge
15m · Admission ticket included

The highlight of the city portion is crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge—an unforgettable experience as you take in sweeping vistas of the bay and city. After crossing, the bus will make a stop at the Golden Gate Bridge vista point on the Marin County side for 15 minutes. This stop gives you ample time to photograph the magnificent bridge up close and capture stunning panoramic shots of the San Francisco skyline from across the water.
Chinatown
Pass by

San Francisco’s Chinatown is the oldest and one of the largest Chinese communities outside Asia.
You will see and experience:
Colorful Streets: Walk under iconic red lanterns along narrow streets filled with traditional Chinese architecture, ornate
Bustling Markets: Explore lively shops selling everything from exotic herbs and spices to delicate teas, traditional medicines, and souvenirs.
Authentic Cuisine: Taste your way through numerous eateries offering classic Cantonese dishes like dim sum, roasted duck, and hand-pulled noodles. Street vendors also offer a mix of treats and snacks.
Pass by

Ghirardelli Square is a historic landmark and vibrant shopping and dining destination located in the Fisherman’s Wharf area. Originally the site of the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company’s chocolate factory, this charming complex has been beautifully preserved and transformed into a bustling shopping and dining plaza.
San Francisco City Hall
Pass by

City Hall is most famous for its impressive dome, which rises 307 feet—making it one of the tallest domes in the world,
Alamo Square
Pass by

"Painted Ladies"
Union Square
Pass by

Shopping and theater
Haight-Ashbury
Pass by

Vintage boutiques and restaurants
Fisherman's Wharf
Pass by

Fisherman's Wharf is a popular waterfront neighborhood and tourist attraction in San Francisco, California. It's known for its lively atmosphere, seafood restaurants, historic ships, and beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay.
Lombard Street
Pass by

Lombard Street in San Francisco is famously known as the "crookedest street in the world."
North Beach
Pass by

North Beach is a vibrant and historic neighborhood in San Francisco known for its strong Italian-American heritage, lively nightlife, and rich cultural scene. Here are some key points about North Beach:

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Across from Macy's

Meeting point

Please arrive at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) about 30 minutes prior to your departure time. Ensure you have the QR codes, which will be sent to you the day before your scheduled tour. When you arrive, proceed to the boat boarding line—not the ticket line.

End point

Across from Macy's

End point

Please arrive at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) about 30 minutes prior to your departure time. Ensure you have the QR codes, which will be sent to you the day before your scheduled tour. When you arrive, proceed to the boat boarding line—not the ticket line.

Additional 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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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