Experience the eerie ambiance of Alcatraz Island at night with an audio-guided tour and delve into the prison's history. Enjoy a sightseeing cruise of San Francisco Bay at a time that suits you.
About this activity
- Cancellation policy
- This activity is non-refundable
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Skip the ticket line
- Host or greeter
- English
- Audio guide included
- Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian
- Wheelchair accessible
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Such a fun experience! We did the night tour and it was so worth it. The audio headsets make it feel so real and allow you to go at your own pace around the prison. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend this tour so much!! Absolutely outstanding! Not one fault!
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Meeting point
Please arrive at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) at least 30 minutes before the departure time and proceed directly to the boarding line. The Bay Cruise is a separate tour and can be taken any day or time. A schedule of departure times will be sent to you. This tour departs from Pier 39 and you must exchange your voucher for a ticket at the Blue and Gold Fleet box office.
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What to bring
- Warm clothing
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Know before you go
- The time you select at checkout is the time of the Alcatraz ferry
- Please note: If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour. Otherwise, the Bay Cruise may be taken any other time or day depending on the schedule.
- This activity will take place rain or shine
- These are two separate tours, which may be taken on different days
- Nights can be chilly and breezy on Alcatraz. Please dress warmly with long pants and warm jackets or windbreakers