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Alcatraz & Fisherman’s Wharf Tour + Cruise & Skystar Options

159 Reviews 4.85 out of 5 stars Based on 159 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 96% of reviewers | San Francisco, USA

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1 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Get to know San Francisco’s most iconic waterfront destination. You’ll start with breathtaking views of the bay and then head off to explore the rest of Fisherman’s Wharf.

This includes the Embarcadero Promenade, historic ships, the sea lions of Pier 39, and food stalls selling specialties like crab sandwiches and sourdough bread. Our tour also takes you along a portion of the fabled Barbary Coast trail and inside the 1930s Musée Mécanique with its vintage oddities.

Afterward, your guide will walk you to your cruise departing for Alcatraz. Board with your included ticket and enjoy the views on the ride over. Once there, you can tour the prison with the audio guide, admire the gardens and seabirds, and visit the many exhibits. Return at your leisure.

If you’ve selected one or both of our upgrades, there’s more waterfront fun in store. See it all from 150 feet up on the SkyStar Wheel or cruise the bay to views of the Golden Gate Bridge and more.

What's Included

  • Optional upgrade for SkyStar Wheel ticket
  • Stops at Pier 39, the Barbary Coast Trail, and more
  • Optional upgrade for one-hour bay cruise
  • Food or Drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Beach St & Hyde St
San Francisco, CA 94109, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

San Francisco
CA 94133, USA

Concludes at Alcatraz Landing

What To Expect

Aquatic Park

Guided tour.On the northern waterfront, Aquatic Park offers a scenic viewpoint of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more. Get ready for some picture-perfect photos.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ghirardelli Square

Guided tour.Known for its iconic chocolate factory turned shopping and dining destination, Ghirardelli Square is scenic and inviting. Here, you'll learn how the popular chocolatier began in San Francisco.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Wharf

Guided tour.The lively Fisherman's Wharf Waterfront is full of seafood restaurants, souvenir shops, and sometimes even street performers. Enjoy panoramic views of the bay as you walk with your guide.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barbary Coast Trail

Guided tour.Walk part of this trail to travel through San Francisco's history. There are plaques along the way, but your guide brings the stories to life, explaining this area’s once notorious past.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Musee Mecanique

Guided tour.Walk inside this vintage museum filled with over 200 penny arcade games, automated instruments, and strange contraptions. Your guide may even show you some of them in action!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pier 39

Guided tour.The pier is best known for the sea lions who enjoy basking in the sun on floating docks. Your guide will tell you why they’re here while you snap selfies with these adorable whiskered mammals.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hyde Street Pier

Guided tour.Check out the historic ships at this pier to discover more of SF’s maritime history and see another side of this popular waterfront.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Embarcadero

Guided tour.Running along the eastern waterfront, the Embarcadero might be San Francisco’s prettiest promenade. As you explore, enjoy spectacular waterfront views and look for local sights like the art deco streetcars.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alcatraz Island

Self-guided upgrade.Enjoy a quick cruise over to the infamous island to see this former fort turned prison turned national park. Your ticket includes a self-guided visit to all the exhibits, gardens, and the cellhouse with an audio guide to provide a richer context to your tour.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

SkyStar Wheel Fisherman’s Wharf

Optional upgrade: SkyStar WheelEnjoy a ride in your glass-enclosed gondola for sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay and the surrounding city from 150 feet in the air. Your ticket is included with this tour.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

San Francisco Bay

Optional upgrade: Bay cruise.One-hour bay cruise with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Your ticket is valid until the end of the year.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Your ticket to Alcatraz is included with this tour, but the boat's departure time may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alcatraz & Fisherman’s Wharf Tour + Cruise & Skystar Options?

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. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Optional upgrade for SkyStar Wheel ticket
  • Stops at Pier 39, the Barbary Coast Trail, and more
  • Optional upgrade for one-hour bay cruise
  • Guided tour of Fisherman’s Wharf
  • Professional SF guide who shares the history of the SF waterfront plus travel tips
  • Cruise to Alcatraz to see the prison, gardens, and exhibits with audio guide included
  • Food or Drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Your ticket to Alcatraz is included with this tour, but the boat's departure time may vary.
  • Legal names of everyone in the group need to be provided and to match photo ID for adults 18+ years, otherwise your reservation may be cancelled
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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.

  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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