Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

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Alcatraz and City Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Travelers take an audio tour of the infamous Alcatraz jail in California. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of everyone's favorite city, in addition to a scenic ferry ride to Alcatraz Island for an audio walking tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 55 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Gray Line San Francisco

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcatraz tickets are 100% refundable with at least 5 days’ notice prior to departure.
Included: Transportation to Pier 33 Alcatraz Cruise Port after City Tour
Included: Guided bus tour of San Francisco narrated by a local expert and professional guide.
Included: Plenty of stops with Photo opportunities
Included: Official Alcatraz Admission Ticket (valued at $47.95) including Ferry Ride & Cellhouse Audio Tour

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: not included
Not included: Any other services not specified
Not included: Hotel Pick up or drop off
Not included: Bus Transportation after the Alcatraz Tour is not included

Itinerary

Union Square

Passing by

Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge.

On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see:

Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels
Van Ness Avenue

Passing by

We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
Cow Hollow

Passing by

Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

10 min

Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair.

This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin.

Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon.
Golden Gate Bridge

15 min

Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of this iconic landmark. Capture memorable photos of this engineering marvel and enjoy the fresh coastal breeze.
Presidio of San Francisco

Passing by

Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park.

Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain.
Lands End

15 min

Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.
Golden Gate Park

Passing by

Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.
Haight Street

Passing by

Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.
Twin Peaks

15 min

Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city
The Castro

Passing by

Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District.

All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!
Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market

Passing by

This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.
Financial District

Passing by

Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.
Chinatown

Passing by

Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.
North Beach

Passing by

Don't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".
Alcatraz Island

2 hours Admission included

Ferry to Alcatraz Island, walking tour of the prison with award-winning guided "Cell Block Audio Tour"

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location

2805 Leavenworth St.

Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in

Bus Departs at 9:00 AM

Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.
Union Square Departure Location

478 Post St.

Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in

Bus Departs at 8:40 AM

Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

End point

Pier 33 concludes the bus transportation portion of tour.

Pier 33 Alcatraz landing is where the Alcatraz portion commences.

Upon conclusion of Alcatraz, customers will need to make their own way back from whence they came.

Using your ticket

To confirm your Alcatraz Tour, we will need the following information: First and last name along with the ages of all passengers.

Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (5) days prior to your departure date.

If for any reason you do not provide the above-listed info within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited.

Alcatraz Cruises is the official concessioner to the National Park Service for Alcatraz Island, the National Park Service & Alcatraz Cruises, LLC establish all policies and procedures regarding the purchase of tickets, reserving your departure date/time, and ferry service to and from Alcatraz Island.

We offer 2 departure locations for your pick-up. Please arrive at the one closest to your hotel/stay:

478 Post Street S.F. (Union Square Area - Downtown San Francisco)

Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:40 AM

2805 Leavenworth St (Fisherman's Wharf Area)

Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 9:00 AM

There will be a Gray Line San Francisco representative to assist with boarding the bus and check-in.

You can reach us at [email protected] or (415) 353-5310 between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm local time PST.

Please bring your paper or electronic voucher with you on the day of your tour to be redeemed upon check-in

Please email [email protected] up to 5 days in advance to confirm your Alcatraz tickets.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (5) days prior to your departure date. No refunds or changes allowed after this date.
You must provide first and last names, along with ages of all passengers to confirm your reservation. If for any reason you do not provide this information within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited.
Date changes are not permitted once confirmation is received
The Alcatraz portion usually takes 2.5 hours to complete, with its audio tour consisting of approximately 45 minutes. You are advised to inquire on your arrival to the island as to what time the next guided tour will begin. There is no restriction on the amount of time you spend on the Island. The ferry boat service departs Alcatraz every 30 minutes and you can disembark at your own leisure
Pier 33 is the last stop and ends the bus transport portion of tour. Customers will need to make their own way back to their desired destinations after Alcatraz.
There are Stops with Photo opportunities at: Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, Land’s End Ocean Beach (Sutro Baths) & Mission San Francisco de Asis (Mission district) .