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Official Alcatraz + San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

26 Reviews 4.19 out of 5 stars Based on 26 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | San Francisco, USA

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This Alcatraz package includes admission to the Alcatraz Island and prison Cellhouse, round-trip ferry rides to the Island, and the 45-minutes award-winning audio tour. It also includes a Hop on Hop off open top bus tour for the ultimate San Francisco experience. The Alcatraz tour ticket is very popular and it is recommended that you book in advance online to secure your Alcatraz tour spot.

You can stay on Alcatraz Island as long as you like, but allow at least 3 hours for cruising to the Island, taking the Cellhouse audio tour, exploring the rest of the Island and its historic exhibits and returning via ferry to Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing.

You will receive ticketing instruction by email once your booking is confirmed. The Alcatraz tour departure time will be assigned to you after booking. Contact us at 415-814-3909 for questions.

What's Included

  • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour w/ multiple attraction stops in the city
  • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island (Value $45.25)
  • Award-winning audio tour of the Alcatraz history

    What To Expect

    San Francisco Hop on Hop off Bus Tour

    12 Stops | 9 Points of Interest


    Duration: 2 hours


    Operating Schedule: Day tour departs daily from 10am - 5pm from 99 Jefferson st, Fisherman's Wharf (1 day unlimited use)

    San Francisco Pier 41 Ferry Terminal

    San Francisco Visitor Center

    621 Columbus Ave

    North Beach/Chinatown

    Clay Street

    Ferry Building

    1 market st

    Union Square

    280 Geary st

    Hilton San Francisco Union Square

    Civic Center

    Alamo Square

    Golden Gate Park

    Vista Point

    Palace of Fine Arts

    Lombard Street

    1599 Lombard st, San Francisco
    Alcatraz Tour with Ferry Rides

    2 Stops | 1 Point of Interest


    Duration: 3 hours


    Operating Schedule: Departs from Pier 33, San Francisco. Departure time can range from 9am to 6pm daily and will be assigned to you after booking is confirmed.

    Pier 33

    Alcatraz Ferry Landing

    Alcatraz Island

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Official Alcatraz + San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off City Tour?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-187422P4

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    Average 4.19 out of 5 stars based on 26 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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    What's Included

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    • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour w/ multiple attraction stops in the city
    • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island (Value $45.25)
    • Award-winning audio tour of the Alcatraz history
    • Guide on the bus

    Additional Info

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    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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