Alcatraz Island, san francisco
Landmark, Former Prison, Sightseeing
Details verified more than six months ago
Closed now
$25.8-$42.15
Alcatraz Island, aka “The Rock,” is a small island located 1.25 miles offshore from San Francisco in San Francisco Bay. It was a federal penitentiary housing some of America’s most notorious criminals from 1934-1963. The Island also served as a harbor defense fort and a military prison from 1969-1971. Once a maximum security prison, only three criminals (Frank Morris, John Anglin, and his brother Clarence Anglin) managed to escape from it; US Marshals Service is still looking for answers about their whereabouts. Alcatraz is one of San Francisco's most prominent landmarks and tourist attractions today.
There is no food or snacks available on the Island. Bring some snacks or eat before the trip to Alcatraz. Bottled water is available!
- The weather at Alcatraz is highly unpredictable and can change unexpectedly; visitors must dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes.
- The tickets to Alcatraz sell out weeks in advance, it is highly recommended to purchase them as early as possible.
- Accessibility - Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing is fully accessible. Many areas on Alcatraz Island are also accessible with the use of the S.E.A.T. (Sustainable Easy Access Transport) Tram, the accessible shuttle that runs approximately twice an hour to and fro from the Alcatraz Island dock to the Cellhouse.
- There are also Alcatraz night tours and Behind the Scenes Tours available. Check all the options here: https://www.cityexperiences.com/san-francisco/city-cruises/alcatraz/tour-options/
- Visitors can enjoy the self-guided audio tour, which is included in the ticket price.
- Admission ticket fees
- Children $26
- Youth $42
- Adults $42
- Senior citizens $40
Purchase Tickets
https://www.cityexperiences.com/san-francisco/city-cruises/alcatraz/
Discount information
- Save money by purchasing the Family Pack (2 Adults + 2 Children) for 123.10$.
- Group Discounts: Call 855-964-2282 seven days a week (8 am-5 pm Pacific Time) or e-mail at acc-groups@cityexperiences.com for group discounts details.
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Hiking
- Guided Tours
- Breathtaking Views
- Famous
- Family Fun
- Lush
- Self Guided Tour
- Walking Around
- Birding
- Sightseeing
- Behind The Scenes Tours
- Lighthouse
No Special Occasion Reservation available!
- Monday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
- Tuesday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
- Wednesday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
- Thursday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
- Friday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
- Saturday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
- Sunday 8:40 am-3:50 pm
These hours may vary with the season; the only way to get to Alcatraz Island is by Alcatraz City Cruises.