Alcatraz Island
San Francisco, Pacific Coast Highway
About This Activity
Alcatraz Island, the former federal penitentiary that held Al Capone and the Birdman, is now one of San Francisco's most visited attractions. The ferry departs from Pier 33 for the 1.5-mile crossing. The award-winning audio tour narrated by former inmates and guards brings the cellhouse to life. Explore the gardens, lighthouse, and Civil War-era fortifications. Tickets are $48 for adults (day tour) and sell out weeks in advance — book early.
Seasonal note: Year-round; book 2-3 months ahead for summer; night tours Thu-Sat are atmospheric
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