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Alcatraz City Cruises Official Admission Ticket

★ 4.5 (43 reviews) · By Alcatraz City Cruises

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.

Cancellation policy

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

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Duration 3 hours

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Guided experience

German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, CMN, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish

Key facts

Duration 3 hours
Languages German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, CMN, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
Group size Up to 15
Ages Child 5–11; Youth 12–17; Adult 18–61
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What's included

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

Not included

  • Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard the ferry)

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    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.

    3 hours

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting 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.

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Cancellation & confirmation

Cancellation policy

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 7 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–7 day(s) before

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From $53.28 per person

Child Age 5–11
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Youth Age 12–17
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Adult Age 18–61
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Senior Age 62–120
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