Alcatraz Tour (Morning):
You will need to call the day before your tour to confirm hotel pickup time. Departure for the morning Alcatraz Tour will be from your hotel between 9-9.45am. You will be taken to the Alcatraz departure gate for the morning Alcatraz tour. Proceed to the prepaid ticket booth at Pier 33. Photo ID REQUIRED! You will then be picked up at Alcatraz return point (Pier 33) at 1.30 to take the city tour at 2pm.
Alcatraz and history go hand in hand. Once home to some of America's most notorious criminals, the federal penitentiary that operated here from 1934 to 1963 brought a dark mystique to the Rock. The presence of infamous inmates like Al "Scarface" Capone, and the "Birdman" Robert Stroud helped to establish the island's notoriety. To this day, Alcatraz is best known as one of the world's most legendary prisons.
Many people, though, are unaware of the wealth of other stories to be learned on the island. Alcatraz is now home to rare flowers and plants, marine wildlife, and thousands of roosting and nesting sea birds. Civil War-era buildings dotting the island give insight into the 19th century when the island served as both a harbor defense fort and a military prison. You can also see visible reminders of the American Indian Occupation that started in 1969 after the prison closed, highlighting an important milestone in the American Indian rights movement.
Come experience the beauty, history and infamy of Alcatraz on the San Francisco Bay. You'll be astounded by what you learn and see.
The Alcatraz island tour includes:
- Ferry ride from Pier 41 to The Rock
- An award-winning Alcatraz island audio tour
- A guided tour of the cell blocks and grounds of Alcatraz prison
- Visits to the Alcatraz prison museum and gift shop
- Length: Approx. 2.5 hours
- Departs: 10.30am
San Francisco Deluxe City Tour (Afternoon):
Experience San Francisco's colorful past as you travel through history from the first settlements of Native Americans to a cosmopolitan city of beautiful architecture from the Wild West and the frenzied days of the Gold Rush to the vibrant culture that flourishes today.
Be awe-inspired by the magnificence of the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy the lush gardens of Golden Gate Park, travel past spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.
On your tour you will see Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Victorian homes, Presidio National Park, Palace of Fine Arts, and North Beach. With stops at the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks (weather permitting), City Hall, Golden Gate Park, and more.
Enjoy wireless, hands-free audio entertainment where your imagination flourishes and the adventure lies ahead.
Highlights include:
- Chinatown
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Victorian Homes
- Golden Gate Park
- Palace of Fine Arts
- North Beach
- Presidio National Park
- Awe-inspiring views of Alcatraz, and the Pacific Ocean
Scheduled stops:
- Vista Point at Golden Gate Bridge
- Twin Peaks breath-taking hilltop panoramic views of the City (weather permitting)
- Other stops and photo opportunities will be recommended by your tour guide
Length: Approx. 3.5 hours
Departs: 2:00 PM
Tour Info:
Times:
- Daily from 10.30am.
- Running Time: Approx 2.5 Hrs
Please call to reconfirm hotel pickup location and time at least 24 hours before. You will be dropped off at the Alcatraz departure gate for your morning Alcatraz Tour. After your City Tour (beginning 2pm) you will then be transferred back to your hotel.
Travel Info
Transportation to the Hornblower Alcatraz Landing at Pier 33 is available from a variety of public and private transportation services.
Parking is limited in the Fisherman’s Wharf area, especially during peak visitation months, so we recommend you enhance your Alcatraz experience by taking one of the many public transit services that reach the Pier 33 area. As a bonus, public transit is also the least expensive way to reach the Hornblower Alcatraz Landing.
Follow the links below to learn more about the various ways you can travel to the Hornblower Alcatraz Landing:
Buses
Cable Cars
Streetcars
Trains
Ferry Service
Driving
Other
HINT: A handy way to organize your trip to Hornblower Alcatraz Landing is to visit the
511 TakeTransit Trip Planner. This site contains a wealth of links to local transit agencies, their services, fares, schedules, maps and related information. Type in your starting point, destination, and date you want to travel, and the Trip Planner will provide step-by-step directions on how to reach Hornblower Alcatraz Landing via public transportation.
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Note: All websites, addresses, phone numbers, schedules and other transit information contained in the links above are subject to change without notice.)
Special Needs
Q. How accessible is Alcatraz?
A. Much of Alcatraz is steep and hilly, so be prepared for walking long distances uphill. The distance from the dock to the prison at the top of the island is about 1/4 mile (.4 km) and the elevation change is 130 feet (40 meters). This is equivalent to climbing a thirteen story building.
Visitors unable to make the climb up Alcatraz's roads may take advantage of SEAT –Sustainable Easy Access Transport -- an electric shuttle that runs once an hour from the dock to the prison building, and once an hour from the front of the prison back to the dock. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Please call 415-561-4900 to obtain a SEAT schedule.
The following areas are completely wheelchair accessible:
• Alcatraz dock area
• Prison building main floor
• All bookstores
• Museum displays
• Island theater
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