Inside Alcatraz: The Bay Your Way

San Francisco, USA

Alcatraz Inside The Bay Your Way Make your own combo

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5 hours
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Overview

Discover two of San Francisco’s most iconic coastal attractions during this half-day combo trip to Alcatraz. First, choose from a pre-selected list of Fisherman’s Wharf sights and activities, from zoos, museums, aquariums, or family-friendly tours and adventures. Then, head to Alcatraz Island on a same-day audio tour, with admission tickets included.

A Fisherman’s wharf combo tour with Alcatraz Island Prison Admission
Combine one pre-selected activity or visit with a same-day trip to Alcatraz
Relax with pre-booked admission tickets to the historic prison complex
Enjoy an audio tour of the island, included in the combo package

What's Included

Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island (Value $45.25)
Assigned Alcatraz Day Departure to and from Pier 33 (assigned by us)
Same Day Entry to one selected Wharf attraction of your choice from our list
Guests will meet a host to exchange Viator voucher for their non Alcatraz portion

No transportation to/from hotels to Pier 33/Pier 39/Wharf
$10 Food Bar Credit Boudin Bistro

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Alcatraz Island

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Wharf

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Cancellation Policy

This experience 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 experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience 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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4.5

26 reviews

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Amazing

Patty_H, Aug 2023

The whole trip was Amazing!! Really enjoyed the audio tour in the jail & friendly staff!! Definitely recommend seeing

Response from Host, Aug 2023

WOW! From start to finish!

Too expensive for a Very...

Meriem_S, Aug 2023

Too expensive for a Very basic visit, Best Buy from city cruise directly much cheaper for the same experience

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Guests who can not afford these packages are advised to plan 6-8 months in advance. When Alcatraz is sold out it isn’t about how much you pay it’s about how we can be there for you to make magic happen! The value of ticket access is in the eye of the beholder. Guests should always book 6-9 months out to save the most money.

Fun and easy

Merlin_S, Jul 2023

What We liked about using this was how easy it was after we received our tickets. Everyone was really helpful and friendly.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Easy as 1-2-3! Thank you for letting us show you how one click makes the magic happen!

Don't miss it

Kathleen_K, Jul 2023

I would visit it again. Indian heritage Informative Creepy Thought provoking Eye opening Don't miss it!!!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Gotta love it!!

My experience

Gladys_F, Jul 2023

I love the experience in the island, the tour guide and the attention of all the staff they given us. 100% recommended!!!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

You were such a joy to have join us! The smile on your face said it all!

Amazing experience,...

Stacey_F, Jun 2023

Amazing experience, highly recommended. Be prepared to walk up steep inclines. Wear a jumper as it gets quite cold on top of the hill.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you for joining us!!

Family adventure

PETAAMANDA_S, May 2023

Great day out for the family. Enjoyed both Alcatraz then the Aquarium. The audio tour was the highlight for both adults and the kids aged 9 and 13.

Response from Host, May 2023

We hope you had a good time! Thanks for letting us make the day special!

A must do !

Amanda_J, Oct 2022

Brilliant! Very well organised trip - very informative tour provided with a personal phone set which you can pause at any time. Alcatraz itself is a very steep climb but a golf cart was available every 15 mins to take people up if unable to walk. Fantastic views of the city. Prompt boat shuttle back whenever you wanted to return do no time limit

Response from Host, Oct 2022

That’s what we love! Easy process is what we sell!

Great visit to Alcaraz...

Martin_A, Aug 2022

Great visit to Alcaraz Federal prison. Good organización and flexible timing. Highly recommended.....

Response from Host, Aug 2022

We loved having you join us for the fun!

Overall experience at...

LeAnnette_H, Aug 2022

Overall experience at Alcatraz was great but felt we needed more time. We missed our aquarium visit because our tour started too late.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

We state to go early to the Aquarium before Alcatraz to make sure you are able to do both. If you wait until your late in the day Alcatraz then it makes your visit to Aquarium short.

The whole experience was...

Carmen_N, Aug 2022

The whole experience was amazing! Would like to recommend it to others. I was transported in time and felt the pain of being incarcerated.

Response from Host, Aug 2022

We value your business!

Combo deal is a rip off

Carolina_S, Aug 2022

Alcatraz was great but the combo deal is a complete rip off. I paid 137 dollars per person. When I got to the bike shop where we rented the bikes there were no bikes available. The boat to Alcatraz went on 1:00 pm. So no time to come back for another time to do the biking and even then we were assured we were gone get some bikes. A lot of money for just visiting Alcatraz. So the tip has cost us 411 dollars for something that should only cost you 150 dollars for three people. I hope viator is given us a refund for this. I rented bikes somewhere else so it has cost me really it of money that day.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Guests should always plan their vacation in advance. Alcatraz Combos are dynamic pricing based on supply and demand.

VIATOR REVIEW

John_I, Jul 2022

The tour of Alcatraz itself was great. However, leaving San Francisco at 3:50pm did not allow enough time as the last boat returned at 6:30pm. We purchased tickets for the combo package with a bike rental and were not able to rent them as the bike rental office closed at 5pm and we were leaving San Francisco the next morning. We did NOT receive our actual tickets or any information about the location of the bike rental office until only about 1 1/2 hours before the boat left for Alcatraz Island. Consequently, we were not able to take advantage of the bike rental even though we paid extra for it. This occurred even though we requested information continually for the previous day and a half. When I called Viator, I was told to message them. I did several times. I called a few more times and was abruptly cut off and even hung up on. I couldn't get the information I needed to plan for our bike rental in time to actually do that. I would NOT ever attempt to book anything from Viator again. It was a rip off to say the least!

Response from Host, Oct 2022

We sent your tickets two days prior. Please contact Viator to prove the time we sent these items to you.

Awesome visit!

Errika_B, Apr 2022

Had a great time! Lots of steep hills so my legs were a little tired but there was lots to see! Hubby was super excited! It was interesting to read the inmates stories as well. Lots of history! Awesome visit!

Response from Host, Apr 2022

It was a pleasure to have you join us! We appreciate your business!

This was an amazing trip...

Robert_R, Jan 2022

This was an amazing trip back into history with my family. We cannot wait to do it again. I would definitely advise my friends to do the tour

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Making magical moments is what we do best!

Iconic tour-MUST SEE!

Tom_H, Sep 2021

Great history. Awesome place to visit! Audio tour was very informative. Gift shop had plenty of souvenirs and reading.

Response from Host, Sep 2021

Iconic tour packages are what we do best! Thank you for joining us!

Good service

Brian_B, Aug 2021

Activities were as described. Was able to see the aquarium before boarding the ferry to Alcatraz. The lines were very long at the aquarium due to social distancing. Recommend going when it opens as the lines are shorter or at least move faster. Lines at the ferry were organized and we were able to see all parts of Alcatraz.

Response from Host, Aug 2021

We agree the social distance line does make Aquarium visit extend a bit but it is best to go early to be able to have maximum time inside this attraction. We know it is challenging but that is our covid world these days. Thank you for understanding!

Alcatraz is great, Aquarium too long a line

Thomas_M, Jul 2021

The Alcatraz tour was excellent! We purchased this tour, which included Alcatraz and a ticket to the Aquarium, because the Alcatraz tickets were sold out well in advance. We did not use the aquarium tickets as there was a HUGE line to even enter the aquarium (This was on a Sunday). It would be nice if the tour operators offered a tour that did not require us to purchase something we didn't need to get what we wanted...

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Aquarium does have a long line due to social distancing which is out of our control. This is their regulations and we have no say as to how many people are let in at one time.

Fun!

Jennifer, Jun 2021

Great and affordable, easy to book. Customer service is great. Packages come with drink, food, and other activities.

Response from Host, Jun 2021

Easy breezy tour packages is what we offer! We are glad you had a good experience with us!

Great way to play

Jenn_B, Jun 2021

Our guides were exactly where they said they’d be. They were super friendly and took us right to the aquarium. So cool to find out they were from my hometown on the east coast!! It was a very easy process!!

Response from Host, Jun 2021

Easy breezy is what we shoot for! It was so ironic you were from our hometown on the east coast! What are the odds?!! Thank you for your business!