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San Francisco
Alcatraz & Bay Cruise: Day or Night Escape!
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Overview
See Alcatraz Island and cruise San Francisco Bay! Pick between a day or special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour has a boat ride at sunset, cell door shows, and talks from history experts.
Both tours give you an audio guide in many languages to learn about the prison's past and famous escape tries. See Alcatraz Island, where you'll explore the infamous former prison with an award-winning audio tour. Learn about the notorious criminals who were once held within its walls and the daring escape attempts that captured the world's imagination. This isn't just a tour; it's a journey into the heart of American history.
Plus, take a 1-hour boat ride with views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the Bay Bridge, and Pier 39 sea lions. The boat has seats inside and outside. The Alcatraz ferry leaves from Pier 33, choose your time, you can take the Bay cruise any day at any time. These are separate tours. Children 4 years and younger are free and don't need tickets. The night tour is not on Sundays and Mondays. 
Highlights
Explore Alcatraz Island: Take an award-winning audio tour of the famous former prison.
Enjoy a Bay Cruise: See the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and more from the water.
Choose Day or Night: Opt for a daytime visit or a special nighttime experience at Alcatraz.
Learn from the Experts: Night tour includes talks from historians and cell door demonstrations.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally love the Alcatraz tour and Bay cruise combo. They say Alcatraz is well-organized and the audio tour is great, the sunset cruise and night tour are highlights. A few think the cruise is short and waiting in line can take a while.
Many enjoy the well-organized Alcatraz tour and cruise.
The audio tour on Alcatraz is very informative.
Sunset cruise is beautiful and a highlight.
The Alcatraz night tour is a unique experience with special programs.
Some find the cruise a bit short.
Lines to get on the ferry can be long.
The Journey
Alcatraz Island
Journey to Alcatraz Island, the notorious former prison that once housed some of America's most infamous criminals. Choose between a daytime tour to explore the cellblocks at your own pace, or opt for the special nighttime tour for a narrated sunset cruise, captivating cell door demonstrations, and insightful talks from expert historians. Immerse yourself in the gripping stories of Al Capone, Robert Stroud (the Birdman of Alcatraz), and other legendary inmates as you explore the chilling cellblocks and learn about the island's complex history. With a multi-language audio tour available in nine languages, discover the mystique and allure of 'The Rock' at your own pace. Remember to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure at Pier 33 to ensure a seamless experience.
San Francisco Bay Cruise
Experience the magic of San Francisco Bay on a captivating 60-minute cruise aboard the Blue & Gold Fleet. Enjoy unparalleled photo opportunities as you sail past the playful sea lions of PIER 39, glide along San Francisco's historic waterfront, and marvel at the city's stunning skyline. The highlight of the cruise is undoubtedly sailing under the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Relax in comfort with both indoor and outdoor seating while listening to informative narration highlighting key landmarks. A schedule of departure times from Pier 39 will be provided after booking, allowing you to seamlessly integrate this iconic cruise into your San Francisco adventure.
Know Before You Go
The Alcatraz tour includes a 45-minute audio tour, entrance to Alcatraz Island, and a round-trip ferry from Pier 33. The night tour (if chosen) includes a narrated cruise and special exhibits. The San Francisco Bay Cruise is 60 minutes long. This does not include transportation to and from Pier 33 or Pier 39, and food and drinks are not provided.
Hot Tip
To make the most of the experience, arrive at Pier 33 well in advance of your scheduled Alcatraz ferry departure time to allow for security checks and boarding. For the Alcatraz Night Tour, it's recommended to take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz visit if you plan to do both on the same day.
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