Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

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About this activity

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van across the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoying the scenery without the hassle of driving. Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace.

Choose between a day or night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour features a sunset cruise, cell door demonstrations, and expert talks. Both tours offer an award-winning audio guide in multiple languages, detailing the prison's dark history and escape attempts.

The 8:30am and 9:45am times departs from 488 Post Street. Look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street. It will start with Muir Woods and Sausalito then go to Alcatraz.

The 9:10am and 10:35am times departs from Pier 33. It will start with Alcatraz then go to Muir Woods and Sausalito.

The 12:50pm and 2pm times departs from Pier 33. It will start with Muir Woods and Sausalito then to Alcatraz at night.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Audio guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide: English
Operated by: Must See - Alcatraz tours / Muir Woods and Sausalito tours

Ages: Children (0–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Free time on Alcatraz Island
Included: Small-group guided tour to Muir Woods National Park in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter van
Included: Alcatraz admission ticket plus award-winning Cellhouse Audio Tour ($45.25 USD value)
Included: Round-trip ferry ride from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island
Included: Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)

Not included

Not included: Gratuity (20% is the standard recommendation for guides/chauffeurs)
Not included: Food and Beverages
Not included: Entrance fee to Muir Woods ($15 USD Adults. Children free.)

Itinerary

Golden Gate Bridge

Passing by

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and admire the 360-degree scenic views.
Vista Point

10 min

Stop for a few minutes for an amazing view of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and San Francisco skyline
Muir Woods National Monument

1 h 15 min Admission not included

Walk quietly at your own pace on an easy path surrounded by 1000-year-old Redwood trees.
Sausalito Boardwalk

one hour

Explore the quaint town of Sausalito, have lunch, discover art galleries, and get some souvenirs.
Alcatraz Island

2 h 30 min Admission included

Board the ferry to Alcatraz at Pier 33 on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. Headsets are provided to listen to the award-winning audio tour, “Doing Time”, where you will learn about notorious criminals like Al Capone, who were incarcerated here. Learn about escape attempts from 'The Rock' and listen to commentary from former inmates and staff. This will be your drop-off point. No transportation is provided after Alcatraz because you will be able to stay as long as you want on the Island until the last ferry back to Pier 33.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Alcatraz times starting at 9:10AM and 10:35AM start at Pier 33.

If you booked 9:10am Alcatraz, meet at 12:50pm for your Muir Woods tour.

If you booked 10:35am Alcatraz, meet at 2pm for your Muir Woods tour.

For Muir Woods, meet us outside Pier 33 at the sidewalk.
Very important: ONLY the 8:30AM and 9:45AM departure times will meet at 488 Post st. (Cafe Encore). Look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street.

End point

All tours end at Pier 33.

Using your ticket

IMPORTANT MEETING INFO - PLEASE READ

If you selected the 8:30 AM or 9:45 AM departure time, your meeting point is at 488 Post St (Cafe Encore). Look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street. This itinerary will go to Muir Woods & Sausalito first and you will be dropped off at Pier 33 for your afternoon Alcatraz tour. Important please arrive 15 minutes prior to your pickup time. For this departure ONLY, your driver will give you your Alcatraz tickets, so you will not receive the tickets prior to your Muir Woods & Sausalito tour.

If you selected the 9:10 AM or 10:35 AM departure time, your meeting point is at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing). This itinerary will go to Alcatraz first and you will be picked up in the afternoon for your Muir Woods & Sausalito tour. Note that you will be picked up outside of Pier 33 in a black Mercedes sprinter van for your Muir Woods & Sausalito tour. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your pickup time.

If you selected the 12:50 PM or 2 PM departure time, your meeting point is at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing). This itinerary will go to Muir Woods and Sausalito first and you will be dropped off back at Pier 33 for your nighttime Alcatraz cruise.

You will receive an email the night before your tour with a QR code and instructions, which is your Alcatraz ticket. Without it, you may be turned away. To prevent this, please check your email for a link to download the QR code for Alcatraz or in your Customer Portal www.mytckts.com.

Please arrive at Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing) 30 minutes prior to your departure time and proceed directly to the boarding line.

Cancellation

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Muir Woods-Saus-Alcatraz Night

Itinerary: First visit Muir Woods and Sausalito in the afternoon, followed by Alcatraz at night. Tour starts at Pier 33.

Drop-Off Information: After your Alcatraz tour, your day will end at Pier 33.

Starting point:

Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Alcatraz Day-Muir Woods-Saus

Itinerary: First visit Alcatraz in the morning, followed by Muir Woods and Sausalito in the afternoon. Tour starts at Pier 33.

Drop-Off Information: You may be dropped off at Pier 33 OR at 488 Post St near Union Square.

Starting point:

Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Muir Woods-Saus-Alcatraz Day

Itinerary: First visit Muir Woods in the morning, followed by Alcatraz in the afternoon. Starts at 488 Post St.

Drop-Off Information: After your Alcatraz tour, your day will end at Pier 33.

Starting point:

488 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA