Alcatraz City Cruises Official Admission Ticket

Duration3h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

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

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military prison, and infamous federal penitentiary through captivating exhibits and outdoor spaces. Wander landmarks like Eagle Plaza and the Recreation Yard, and uncover powerful stories from the 1969 Occupation of Alcatraz by Indians of All Tribes. Complete your visit with the award‑winning Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour and the thought‑provoking exhibit The Big Lockup: Mass Incarceration in the United States.

What's included

Self-guided exploration of the island with an audio guide
Roundtrip ferry transportation to Alcatraz Island
Access to Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Cellhouse Audio Tour
Access to National Park Service exhibits and ranger programs

Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard the ferry)

What to expect

Alcatraz Island
3h · Admission ticket included

Travelers will cruise to the iconic Alcatraz Island aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry to explore its history as a Civil War fort, military prison, and notorious federal penitentiary. They’ll visit landmarks like the Cellhouse, Eagle Plaza, and the Recreation Yard while engaging with exhibits on the island’s past.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Transportation: There is no parking at Pier 33. The best ways to arrive are by public transport (Muni F-Line to Bay Street stop), taxi, or rideshare.
Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing is the launch site to Alcatraz Island.

End point

Transportation: There is no parking at Pier 33. The best ways to arrive are by public transport (Muni F-Line to Bay Street stop), taxi, or rideshare.
Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing is the launch site to Alcatraz Island.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests should arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
The ferry ride from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island takes approximately 12–15 minutes.
Alcatraz Island tours are very popular and frequently sell out, so guests are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance.
Alcatraz Landing includes the Ticketbooth and waiting and boarding areas, all of which are accessible. Accessible bathrooms are found at Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing and on all Alcatraz City Cruises vessels.
Please note: there are no wheelchairs available for loan either at Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing or on Alcatraz Island.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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