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Blue & Gold Fleet

Blue & Gold Fleet is the premier ferry service provider on San Francisco Bay. Visitors to the Bay Area always love an opportunity to see the City’s breathtaking views and surrounding marine beauty and Blue & Gold Fleet has been providing these services for over 40 years.

Sightseeing Cruises

San Francisco Bay Cruise: This fully-narrated, one-hour cruise sails past the world-famous sea lions at PIER 39, underneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, around mysterious Alcatraz Island, past Angel Island State Park and along San Francisco’s historic waterfront. Enjoy fantastic photo opportunities and breathtaking views.  Click here  for more information.

Escape From the Rock : A 90-minute journey that sails under the Golden Gate Bridge and then circles Alcatraz. This special San Francisco Bay tour is “fully-loaded” with harrowing stories and undisclosed secrets of life on “The Rock.”  Click here  for more information.

Multi-Language Audio Tour

Blue & Gold Fleet offers a multi-language audio tour on the San Francisco Bay Cruise and Escape from the Rock cruises.  The tour is available in nine languages and accessed using your smartphone, tablet or other Wi-Fi enabled device.

Ferry Service

Regular ferry service to Sausalito and through its contract with the Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) service to: Vallejo, Oakland, Main Street Alameda, Seaplane Lagoon, Harbor Bay, Richmond, South San Francisco, Oracle Park (for San Francisco Giants games and special events) and Chase Center (for Golden State Warriors games and special events). Blue & Gold Fleet operates a fleet of 21 vessels.

Special Event Cruises

Blue & Gold Fleet offers a variety of seasonal and special events cruises.  Click here  for more information.  

BLUEANDGOLDFLEET.COM 415.705.8200

BOX OFFICE HOURS

From the south bay:.

Take Highway 101 North to Highway 80 East. Exit at 4th Street. Stay left onto Bryant Street (get in right lane). Stay on Bryant Street to The Embarcadero. Turn left onto The Embarcadero (get into right lane). Straight to PIER 39 (2 1/2 miles).

From the North Bay:

Take Highway 101 South across the Golden Gate Bridge Pass through the Toll Plaza and stay to your left. Take Lombard Street Exit (on right side). Follow Lombard Street to Van Ness Avenue. Take a left onto Van Ness Avenue (stay right). Follow Van Ness Avenue to Bay Street (about three blocks). Turn right onto Bay Street and follow it until it runs into The Embarcadero. Turn left onto The Embarcadero. You will see PIER 39 on right side of the street.

From the East Bay:

Can i buy tickets on-site.

Yes! Tickets can be purchased in person at the Blue & Gold Fleet Box Office at PIER 39, as well as on our website at blueandgoldfleet.com.

What do I need to bring to claim my tickets?

To claim pre-purchased tickets from Blue & Gold Fleet, please print out the confirmation page and bring it with you along with the credit card used to purchase your tickets. If you purchased tickets through a third party/outside vendor, you will need the voucher they issued you. Tickets for groups of 15 or more will be held at the Group Services Window.

What happens if I miss my tour?

We now have timed ticketing for our San Francisco Bay Cruise and Escape From the Rock Cruise. If you miss your scheduled time, we will do our best to get you on the next available departure. Stop by the Box Office to talk to a Blue & Gold Fleet representative about possibilities. For Sausalito, tickets may be used for the next available departure. For San Francisco Bay Ferry / WETA services, please contact them directly – sanfranciscobayferry.com.

Are there restrooms on the boats?

Yes, all boats have restrooms.

Are the boats handicap-accessible?

Our fleet is comprised of seven vessels that vary widely in age and design. Accessibility for passengers with special needs is consequently very dependent on the vessel. All vessels are wheelchair accessible and have assessable restrooms. However, wheelchairs can only access the main deck which houses the bar, the restrooms and wide open interior deck and viewing spaces. The upper decks can only be accessed by stairs thus wheelchairs cannot access the upper exterior decks.

What are the accessibility features on the Blue & Gold Fleet website?

Blueandgoldfleet.com has a feature on all pages where visitors can make accessibility adjustments to best utilize the website and view these adjustments in 10 different languages. Should you have questions or encounter an issue accessing blueandgoldfleet.com, please contact the Blue & Gold Fleet Administration Office at 415.705.8200, Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:30am – 4:30pm or email [email protected] .

Are dogs allowed on the boats?

Dogs and other animals are allowed on the Blue & Gold Fleet vessels. The owner remains wholly responsible for the animal and must keep it on a leash or in an approved carrier at all times while on board. Failure of the owner to control an animal is grounds for removal of the animal and passenger responsible for the animal. The Master may refuse service if appropriate. Click here for San Francisco Bay Ferry’s dog and animals policies.

Are bikes permitted?

Bikes are permitted on the Sausalito ferry. We operate on a first come, first serve basis. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your desired departure. This service is free of charge.

Is there food on the boats?

Yes, there are snack bars on all boats that sell a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages such as water, sodas and juices. Chips, chocolate and other snack foods are also available. No food or beverage can be consumed within an indoor space on any Blue & Gold Fleet vessel. Items purchased or brought on board can only be consumed on the exterior decks.

Are the boats covered?

Blue & Gold Fleet boats provide indoor as well as outdoor seating. Indoor seating is covered with weatherproof windows with protection against wind, rain and salt water. Outdoor seating is available in designated safe sections of the boats.

Does Blue & Gold Fleet go to Alcatraz Island?

Blue & Gold Fleet does not provide ferry service to Alcatraz Island. Blue & Gold Fleet’s Escape from the Rock tour is a 90-minute fact-filled adventure cruise that sails under the Golden Gate Bridge and then circles Alcatraz Island, while passengers hear dark secrets and unique stories about life on the Rock. Buy tickets here. Visit the National Park Service’s website for reservation, ticket or schedule information for Alcatraz Island tours.

Do you accept Clipper cards?

Yes, Clipper cards are accepted on the Blue & Gold Fleet Sausalito ferry and all SF Bay Ferry services (except for Oracle Park and Chase Center). Clipper is not accepted on the San Francisco Bay Cruise, Escape From the Rock Cruise or the Sunset Cruise.

Can I use CityPASS® tickets for a Blue & Gold Fleet Cruise?

Yes! Bundle a San Francisco Bay Cruise with 3 more top San Francisco attractions and save 46% with San Francisco CityPASS® tickets. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over 9-days. One easy purchase and mobile ticket delivery saves you time and money. LEARN MORE.

Do you have information on San Francisco?

Please visit San Francisco Travel Association’s website: sftravel.com.

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Alcatraz Night Tour + Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Only Sold as Part of a Combination Package Only One Type Of Tour Package May Be Made Per Purchase

• Tour Package Highlights
• Alcatraz Night Tour
• Bay Cruise Details
• Bay Cruise = 1 hour  (available any day you choose)
• Separate Night Time Alcatraz Tour = 3 hrs 

Along with the official Alcatraz tour, you'll tour San Francisco Bay - past the famous Pier 39 sea lions,  along the San Francisco waterfront, underneath the Golden Gate Bridge for impressive views, and around Alcatraz, and along San Francisco’s historic waterfront. 

A Voucher will come with purchase as both a receipt and certificate for obtaining individual tour components. The Bay Cruise does not sell out and requires no reservation. 

The Bay Cruise can be done before or after Alcatraz, same day or another day.

The Bay Cruise audio tour is available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, and Taiwanese. 

You will need a Wi-Fi enabled phone/device to access the tour. Anticipate playing this on speaker for your group or individually for anyone who has earphones. 

Alcatraz is confirmed at time of purchase.

No Hotel Pickup.

For more information see the Bay Cruise Details tab. 

ALCATRAZ NOT SOLD SEPARATELY • SOLD ONLY AS PART OF A TOUR PACKAGE

Alcatraz Night Tour Face Value = $56.30 Adults, $55.10 Juniors (12-17), $52.25 Seniors (62+), $33.00 Kids (5-11), Free (0-4).

This fun fact-filled tour starts where SF's Italian-American fishing history, DiMaggio’s Restaurant, and some iconic street performers have all come and gone. From there we go out to the backside of the Wharf to get some nice cityscape and old boat views, while learning about Scoma's - the renowned old-school Italian restaurant that's always in style.

We double back past our starting point and stop by the iconic ship's wheel sign marking the heart of the area along with the steamed crab vendors and more classic Italian seafood restaurants.

At the Musee Mecanique, we'll discover a spot with "one of the world's largest privately-owned collections of coin-operated mechanical musical instruments and antique arcade artifacts." We stop long enough for you to play a game or two, so that you'll want to come back later!

We'll make another slight detour to scope out the historic Pampanito WWII submarine.

Then we take a zig zag to let you see and smell the original and world-famous San Francisco sourdough. If you want to pick up a loaf, we'll ask that you only do so if the store is not too crowded (which it often is). Or simply plan on coming back!

We'll pass the Historical Pier 43 Ferry Arch.

At the outer edge of Pier 39, we make another multi-sensory detour -- to see, hear, and smell! the California sea lions.

As "the premiere entertainment destination" at the Wharf, Pier 39 has all kinds of restaurants, shops, and family attractions - including a carousel, street performer shows, a mirror maze and a lot more... 

The tour ends here -- unless you are going to Alcatraz as part of a tour package. For such guests, the tour ends another 5 minutes down the way -- at Pier 33. On time and in the right place for you to take the ferry out to Alcatraz.

EVENING DEPARTURE ROUND TRIP ALCATRAZ CRUISES FERRY TO ALCATRAZ ISLAND INCLUDING CELLHOUSE AUDIO TOUR

DiscoverTown Tours is an Official Tour and Travel Partner of Alcatraz City Cruises 

Please arrive 30 minutes early. No Hotel Pickup.Your tour begins with a 10-15 minute boat trip from Pier 33. 

All adults 18+ years old are required to present a government-issued photo ID to pick up tickets.

The Night Tour Expands the Alcatraz Experience:

• This 3 hour round trip puts you inside America’s most infamous prison.
• A guided ferry trip circles the island before docking. From the boat you’ll see hidden spots used for attempted escapes, and prison structures unreachable by foot.
• Once on the island, the limited ticketing makes this less crowded than the standard day tour.
• For guests unable to make the climb, a tram is available, although it would miss the docent tour.
• Your visit will be less crowded than tours at midday, and you’ll be led up the hill to the cellhouse itself, hosted by an experienced docent. You will stop along the way to discover the island’s lesser-known history, from before the U.S. Civil War to family life of the prison staff.
• You will go through the cellhouse at your own pace. The award-winning audio headset tour is included – available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
• You’ll see solitary confinement cells, and hear dramatic stories from actual prisoners and correctional officers who lived or worked on Alcatraz.
• Displays include prison life, guard controls, and how Frank Morris and 2 others made their infamous “Escape From Alcatraz.”
• You'll want to stop at the bookstore and walk through the recreation yard.
• Special park programs and a history video produced by the Discovery Channel are available during the evening.
• There is a permanent exhibit – T he Big Lockup: Mass Incarceration in the United States – as well as other rotating exhibits.
• Fantastic sunset and twilight views come with the tour... You will take in the San Francisco skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge, and panoramas of the San Francisco Bay.
• The Golden Gate Bridge is most impressive when seen from below
• Easy 1-hour tour
• Stable 300-passenger boat makes for smooth sailing
• Departures from 11:00 am - or earlier - daily: see schedule here
• Snack bar, restrooms, and indoor and outdoor decks
• As of June 1, 2022, Masking is not required (subject to change)
• Fabulous skyline views of Fort Mason, Marina Green, Pacific Heights, Presidio and Historic Ft. Point, Angel Island, Alcatraz, and points around the SF Bay
• Learn all about the sites with the included audio tour -- playable via on-board wifi to connect with your phone. Or simply enjoy the scenic ride – move around the boat at your leisure
• The audio tour is available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese.
• Ticket valid for any sailing within 365 days from your date of purchase
• Even on a sunny day the wind can be strong and the Pacific Ocean moisture can feel cool, so seasonally appropriate layered clothing is recommended

Additional Info

DiscoverTown Tours is an internet-based tour reseller. Upon purchase, you will receive a voucher including instructions for ticket pickup and taking tours.

SEE OUR FAQ/Blog PAGE FOR VIRTUALLY EVERY QUESTION YOU MIGHT HAVE...or Contact Us

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Alcatraz Day Tour + Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Only Sold as Part of a Combination Package Only One Type Of Tour Package May Be Made Per Purchase

• Tour Package Highlights
• Alcatraz Day Tour
• Bay Cruise Details
• Can be done the same day as Alcatraz, time permitting
• Separate Trip for Alcatraz - Plan for 3 hours (if time/schedule permits, you may choose a later return boat)

Along with the official Alcatraz tour, you'll cruise San Francisco Bay - past the famous Pier 39 sea lions, along the San Francisco waterfront, underneath the Golden Gate Bridge for impressive views, around Alcatraz, and along San Francisco’s historic waterfront. 

A Voucher will come with purchase as both a receipt and certificate for obtaining individual tour components. The Bay Cruise does not requires a reservation. 

The Bay Cruise can be done before or after Alcatraz.

The Bay Cruise audio tour is available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, and Taiwanese. 

Narrated tour in English. 

You will need Wi-Fi enabled on your phone or device to access the tour in languages other than English. Anticipate playing this on speaker for your group, or individually for anyone who has earphones. 

Alcatraz is confirmed at time of purchase.

No Hotel Pickup.

For more information see the Bay Cruise Details tab. 

ALCATRAZ NOT SOLD SEPARATELY • SOLD ONLY AS PART OF A TOUR PACKAGE

DAYTIME ROUND TRIP ALCATRAZ CITY CRUISES FERRY TO ALCATRAZ ISLAND INCLUDING CELLHOUSE AUDIO TOUR

DiscoverTown Tours is an Official Tour and Travel Partner of Alcatraz City Cruises

NOT SOLD SEPARATELY • SOLD ONLY AS PART OF A TOUR PACKAGE

Alcatraz Face Value: $45.25 Adults & Juniors (12+), $42.65 Seniors (62+), $27.55 Kids (5-11), Free for Ages 0-4

Discover America’s most infamous prison, with a chance to go inside the cells and feel the cold and dark life firsthand. Alcatraz operated as a federal penitentiary from 1933 to 1963, housing notorious criminals including Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly, and Creepy Karpis. During the award-winning 45-minute cell house audio headset tour you will learn of escape attempts, riots, bizarre characters, and much more. Displays include prison life, guard controls, and how Frank Morris and 2 others made their infamous “Escape From Alcatraz.”

Alcatraz is continually one of the most popular tours in the country

• Video History Presentation – No Charge
• Audio Tour includes sound effects, interviews with prisoners and guards, and historic details
• The Cellhouse Audio Tour is available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
• Bookstore with information in many languages
• Permanent exhibit T he Big Lockup: Mass Incarceration in the United States
• Other rotating exhibits
• Visit the prison Recreation Yard, talk with Park Rangers, and walk the Perimeter Trail (note that parts of Alcatraz Island may be closed to the general public periodically – for repairs, wildlife protection, or other concerns) 
• Unlimited photo opportunities and great views looking back at the City or out to the Golden Gate Bridge

Please arrive 30 minutes early. No Hotel Pickup. Your tour begins with a 10-15 minute boat trip from Pier 33. Expect your stay on Alcatraz Island to be about 2-2.5-3 hours round trip). Boats return from the island every 30 minutes. You control the clock. 

• The Golden Gate Bridge is most impressive when seen from below
• Easy 1-hour tour
• Stable 300-passenger boat makes for smooth sailing
• Departures from 11:00 am - or earlier - daily: see schedule here
• Snack bar, restrooms, and indoor and outdoor decks
• As of June 1, 2022, Masking is not required (subject to change)
• Fabulous skyline views of Fort Mason, Marina Green, Pacific Heights, Presidio and Historic Ft. Point, Angel Island, Alcatraz, and points around the SF Bay
• Learn all about the sites with the included audio tour -- playable via on-board wifi to connect with your phone. Or simply enjoy the scenic ride – move around the boat at your leisure
• The audio tour is available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese.
• Ticket valid for any sailing within 365 days from your date of purchase
• Even on a sunny day the wind can be strong and the Pacific Ocean moisture can feel cool, so seasonally appropriate layered clothing is recommended

Additional Info

DiscoverTown Tours is an internet-based tour reseller. Upon purchase, you will receive a voucher including instructions for ticket pickup and taking tours.

SEE OUR FAQ/Blog PAGE FOR VIRTUALLY EVERY QUESTION YOU MIGHT HAVE...or Contact Us

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City Cruises – Alcatraz

Experience the many moods of Alcatraz Island with an evening visit. Enjoy the beauty of a sunset silhouetting the Golden Gate Bridge, experience a cell door demonstration, and hear compelling stories about the Island’s history and residents.

Enjoy access to Alcatraz Island, including the historic Alcatraz Cellhouse with the self-guided Cellhouse Audio Tour.

Discover areas not otherwise available to the public!  Join a group of 30 people or fewer on a guided 1.5-2 hour adventure to explore off-limits areas and hear little-known-stories about the Island’s fascinating past, then join the Alcatraz Night Tour (including Cellhouse Audio Tour) for a full evening’s experience.

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Alcatraz History

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. Yet, many people are unaware of the historical significance before and after it was one of the world’s most legendary prisons.

The 20th Century

Civil War-era buildings, cannons, and subterranean rooms give insight into the 19th century when the Island served as both a harbor defense fort and a military prison. As you dock at Alcatraz Island, visible reminders of the American Indian Occupation, which began in 1969 and ended in 1971, remains etched on “The Rock”, recognizing an important milestone in the American Indian rights movement.

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Alcatraz Day Tour + Blue-and-Gold Fleet Bay Cruise

Alcatraz only sold as part of a combination package only one type of tour package may be made per purchase.

• Tour Package

Alcatraz Day Tour

• Bay Cruise Details

Alcatraz Day Tour + Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise

Amigos Tours sells the one and only Alcatraz Island Day Tour ticket as part of a Combination-Tour-Package. 

Alcatraz Tickets Are NOT Sold Separately. 

This is the official tour inside the prison – Sold with other tours. 

See tabs above for details of package components.

Tickets for Alcatraz Island are SET. Typically, We Offer Only 1 or 2 Alcatraz Departures Per Day. 

The Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise component of your tour package runs daily and can be taken before or after Alcatraz on any day. Bay Cruises depart every 30-45 minutes through the day. 

Alcatraz Day Tour + 1-hr Bay Cruise 

Alcatraz Day Tour Face Value:

Adult (18-61) $45.25

Senior (62 + years) $42.65

Junior (12-17) $45.25

Child (5-11) $33.00 

Free for Ages 0-4 

Amigos only offers Adult and Child pricing for all tour packages

• For Alcatraz, all guests over age 18 are required to provide a government-issued photo ID at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing
• Upon purchase, you will receive an email Voucher showing your purchase
• The email voucher will need to be shown to Blue & Gold Fleet at Pier 41
• For Alcatraz Packages, children’s pricing defaults to the lowest age range (5-11) among the combined products.
• Amigos will send Alcatraz Cruises your name and ticket quantity in advance
• Your tickets will be waiting at Pier 33 under your name
• Bring your receipt/voucher to Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing
• Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early (you can arrive up to 120 minutes early, but Pier 33 has few attractions)
• Please be on time
• Alcatraz Tour departure times and dates cannot be changed
• Both Alcatraz and the Bay Cruise can be taken in 1 day, but 2 days may be needed, depending on your timing; There are no refunds for unused tours
• The Alcatraz tour usually lasts 3 hours
• Alcatraz ferries return from the island every 60 minutes (no return ticket needed)
• Bring your receipt/voucher to Pier 41 for the Bay Cruise portion.
• Be prepared for changing weather; Alcatraz Island, Alcatraz Cruises ferry, and the Bay Cruise can be chilly – in either sun or fog
• Tours are free for kids under age 5
• No Refunds or Exchanges
• No rescheduling for missed Alcatraz departures

See Terms and Conditions page for more policy details

Alcatraz City Cruises Ferry to Alcatraz Island (Round Trip) Includes the Cell House Audio Tour – available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish

Adult (18-61) $45.25, Senior (62 + years) $42.65, Junior (12-17) $45.25, Child (5-11) $33.00, Free for Ages 0-4

Please arrive at least 30 minutes early. All guests over age 18 must present a government issued photo ID. 

The Ferry ride from Pier 33 takes 10-15 minutes to get to Alcatraz. 

This is the infamous prison – where you can even go inside cells and experience the cold and stark surroundings firsthand. Alcatraz served as a federal penitentiary from 1933 to 1963, where notorious criminals like Al Capone and Machine Gun Kelly were held. The award-winning 45-minute cell house audio headset tour will captivate you with escape attempts, riots, bizarre characters, and much more. Displays include prison life, guard controls, and how three men made their famous “Escape From Alcatraz.” 

Alcatraz remains extremely popular. 

• Video History Presentation – No Charge
• Audio Tour includes sound effects, interviews with prisoners and guards, and historic details
• Bookstore with information in many languages
• Visit the prison Recreation Yard, talk with Park Rangers, and walk the Perimeter Trail
• Unlimited photo opportunities and great views looking back at the City or out to the Golden Gate Bridge
• Look for additional history or contemporary exhibits

The Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise offers one fabulous view after another.

You’ll sail past the city skyline, including views of downtown, Fort Mason, the Marina district, Fort Point, and Presidio National Park. You’ll take in the imposing Golden Gate Bridge from below and creep up along the back of Alcatraz Island. Background views of the Marin Headlands, Sausalito, Tiburon, and Angel Island all add to the appeal. 

With the optional audio app to play on your phone, you can learn about this city’s rich cultural history as you cruise past some of the area’s most famous landmarks. 

The audio app is available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese.

No Hotel Pickup. 

No reservations needed. 

Multiple departures daily. 

Current schedule here .

Be sure to dress warmly for the outside decks. Depending on the forecast, consider hats, jackets, layers, and even gloves. San Francisco is known to have cool evening weather and being out on the water will only magnify things. But it’s more fun to be soaking up the views and the great atmosphere than it is to worry about being underdressed. 

Upon purchase, you will receive an email voucher showing your purchase. The voucher will need to be presented on your phone at the Blue & Gold Fleet ticket window at Pier 41. 

Tours are free for kids under age 5. 

Alcatraz Day Tour

Dylan’s famous tour with muir woods and alcatraz.

See it all in one day! Explore San Francisco, Muir Woods, and take the official Alcatraz tour with tickets included at the end of your tour with Dylan’s.

  Time & Duration

Tour starts at 8:00 AM Returns approx. 5:30 PM

Adult $189 Child $129 (12 & under)

  Tour Includes

• Explore the top neighborhoods with your local guide and learn the stories, history, and diversity of San Francisco.
• 12 locations, 7 amazing photo stops, including Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, and more!
• Enjoy a relaxing lunch in Sausalito, where you will have time to soak in all the views of the Bay.
• The Official Alcatraz Tour ferry will depart Pier 33 at approximately 3:00 PM during the summer months and 2:00 PM during the winter months.
• Please contact us directly if you are interested in a hotel pickup.
• We offer a 100% refund with at least 4 days notice prior to departure.
• Please note this tour will sell out throughout the year, especially during the spring and summer seasons. We highly recommend booking early to guarantee your spot.
• We offer hotel pick-ups all over the Bay Area to our departure location for $20 per group.

Explore San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Alcatraz All in One Day!

This is not your standard hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Groups stay with the same bus for the entire trip with several breaks and iconic photo stops along the way. Our smaller buses offer an intimate experience without sacrificing personal space or comfort. We make sure every person on our city tour feels seen and accounted for.

After exploring San Francisco, marvel at the redwoods on a walk through Muir Woods National Monument. This is the perfect nature escape just a stone’s throw away from the city. We’ll spend over an hour here, giving you ample time to experience one of the last remaining coastal redwood forests in the world!

After Muir Woods, we will stop in the quaint little town of Sausalito on our way back to San Francisco for a lunch break. You will have numerous choices for lunch in this beautiful bayside town.

In the afternoon, you will board the ferry for the Official Alcatraz Day Tour. This former federal prison was once home to infamous criminals Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly, and it is a must-do while visiting San Francisco.

Tour Itinerary

7:45 AM — Meet at Fisherman’s Wharf                                        

Plan to arrive by 7:45 AM to the meeting point at 710 Beach St. in San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood.

8:00 AM — Depart Fisherman’s Wharf                                        

Our guide meets you at our departure location shortly before 8:00 AM. After a brief roll call, we board the bus and begin our adventure. Our first stops include all the most famous neighborhoods in San Francisco!

8:00 AM–10:00 AM — Explore San Francisco’s BEST neighborhoods!

During this time, you are treated to entertaining stories about the neighborhoods, as well as the history, diversity, and geographical nuances that make San Francisco one of the most unique cities in the world!

We exit the bus several times (10-minute breaks) to soak in the neighborhoods and capture amazing photos! Please see “neighborhoods visited” (below) for details on each neighborhood, as well as where we stop for photos.

10:00 AM–11:15 AM — Explore Muir Woods (75 minutes)

After exploring San Francisco, we head for Muir Woods. Here, you will have over an hour to walk amongst some of the last remaining coastal redwoods in the world! This is an unforgettable photo opportunity. Many of our customers consider Muir Woods the highlight of the entire day!

11:45 AM–12:30 PM — Lunch Break in Sausalito

Enjoy lunch in the beautiful town of Sausalito.

2:00 PM–3:00 PM* — Depart for the Official Alcatraz Tour at Pier 33

After enjoying your city and Muir Woods tour with us, we will drop you off at Pier 33 to depart for Alcatraz. Upon arriving at Alcatraz Island, you will take the official Alcatraz tour and have the opportunity to explore additional exhibits at your convenience.

*winter and summer Alcatraz departure times vary

5:30 PM — Return to Pier 33 You will return by ferry from Alcatraz back to Pier 33 where you are free to enjoy the rest of your evening!

Neighborhoods & Photo Stops

* Photo Stops

Fisherman’s Wharf —One of San Francisco’s most popular destinations. From old shipyards to Boudin’s Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, Fisherman’s Wharf has it all.

North Beach —Voted as one of the USA’s “ten great neighborhoods,” North Beach is best known as the home of Little Italy. From delicious restaurants to authentic sidewalk cafes and bakeries, you will feel the charm of San Francisco as soon as you arrive.

Chinatown —Boasting the largest Chinatown in the United States, this 24-block mecca is bustling with energy, amazing food, and unique and colorful shops that give this area its charm.

Nob Hill — Home to some of our most famous hotels, Nob Hill offers some of the best cocktail lounges and views in the city.

* Pacific Heights —Offering one of the most scenic outlooks in all of Northern California, Pacific Heights is home to Billionaire’s Row, featuring the estates of politicians, tech titans, and other San Francisco celebrities (includes the Mrs. Doubtfire house!).

Presidio —Former military base, now a beautiful park that includes Crissy Field, Fort Point, Lucasfilm’s (George Lucas) headquarters and the Walt Disney Museum.

* Fort Point —Located just beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point gives you a front-row seat to the Bay and is a great photo stop. This former military fortification was used during WWII.

* Palace of Fine Arts — Inspired by Roman and Greek architecture, the Palace of Fine Arts was originally constructed to celebrate San Francisco’s recovery from the 1906 earthquake. Surrounded by a peaceful garden, it is great for photos.

* Golden Gate Bridge —Declared “one of the 10 wonders of the modern world,” the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognized symbols of San Francisco. Simply stunning!

** Marin Headlands —Offering a stunning perspective of the Golden Gate Bridge with downtown San Francisco in the background, this awe-inspiring view is the perfect place to capture a memorable photo.

** Only available on private tours .

Customer Reviews

• If you only have 1-day to visit San Francisco take this tour! "Our cruise had 1-day in San Francisco and this was really the best way to see it all. In the morning we covered some of the best-known San Francisco neighborhoods, along with tons of photo stops along the way. Our guide had plenty of fun stories and history along the route, which dropped us right back in Fisherman’s Wharf. My family grabbed a quick lunch and enjoyed Pier 39’s sea lions before our afternoon Alcatraz Tour. My kids loved the Alcatraz ferry and the audio tour; I loved the fact that I didn’t have to worry about any of the logistics - Thank you Dylan’s!” Kate S.
• The most amazing 1-Day tour package, beautiful scenery, perfectly organized! "Everything was exactly as advertised. Our bus was waiting, on time and ready to go. Our tour guide was absolutely awesome. Tons of photo ops. You get to see a lot of the key points in the city, like the bridge, Haight-Ashbury, Little Italy, etc., so much history. After enjoying lunch in Fisherman’s Wharf we explored Lombard Street by foot (as our guide told us the best way to see it), before heading to Alcatraz. No line-ups, no hassle and tickets were ready for us when we arrived. Worth every penny! Total class act!” Moe T.
• Comprehensive and interesting, 5 Stars "We chose this tour because we only had 1 day in San Francisco as part of a honeymoon tour of the USA. It was perfect, great weather, and our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable and made the whole tour very casual. Lunch in Fisherman’s Wharf was excellent per the recommendation of our guide. Alcatraz was also highly enjoyable. Overall a wonderful way to get a feel for the Bay Area and know where to come back to. We also took plenty of memorable photos!” Andrea T.

Tour Specific FAQs

What does the official alcatraz island visit include.

The visit includes round-trip ferry and the 90-minute audio tour of the island. You can also see additional exhibits on the island as well. We find most of our visitors spend 2.5-3 hours during their stay.

What time do we meet for the tour?

Can i just take the alcatraz tour without going on a tour.

Unfortunately not. All companies offering Alcatraz tickets must offer a tour package, per our contract with Alcatraz Cruises.

How far in advance should I book a tour that includes Alcatraz?

During summer season and holidays we recommend booking as soon as you can as these tours will sell-out!

What is Muir Woods?

Muir Woods National Monument is located 20 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge and is home to some of the oldest and tallest living trees in the world.

This popular destination is part of the United States National Park Service and is considered to be one of the most peaceful destinations in the Bay Area.

Where does the minibus tour pick-up and drop-off?

Pick-ups: Our minibus tours pick-up in a convenient location in Fisherman’s Wharf, across from 710 Beach Street.

Drop-offs: Depending on your tour we can drop you off in Fisherman’s Wharf, Lombard Street, North Beach, or Chinatown.

Is there a parking garage near the starting point?

Yes, there are several parking garages located near our meeting point.

How does the hotel pick-up work?

Please contact us directly if you are interested in a hotel pickup at [email protected] or call (415) 932-6993 . Please be ready 45-minutes prior to your tour time if you do opt-in for the pick-up option.

What is the value of my Alcatraz ticket?

Can i make changes to my reservation.

There are many websites across the internet where you can book a tour with us. They all have different terms. When possible, we request that you book directly here on our website. This enables us to not only provide you the best pricing available, but it also enables us to provide a much more customized level of service. Please note Alcatraz tours must be changed 4 days in advance due to the booking system with the the official Alcatraz tour provider. 

What is your cancellation policy?

Payments: Please note our site is secure and offers SSL security on all credit card purchases.

Cancellations: We offer a 100% refund with at least 4 days notice prior to departure. For tours with at least 24 hours but less than 4 days notice, we offer a 100% refund less the cost of the Alcatraz ticket ($60).

Important Tour Details

• Duration: 9+  hours 
• Meeting Time: 7:45 AM
• Departure Time: 8:00  AM
• Return Time: 5:30  PM
• Additional Muir Woods Entrance Fee: $15/person (16yrs+)
• Departure Location: Fisherman’s Wharf, 710 Beach Street
• Tour ends at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing
• Adult (13 yrs+) $189
• Child (0-12 yrs old) $129
• We offer a 100% refund with at least 4 days notice prior to departure. For tours with at least 24 hours but less than 4 days notice, we offer a 100% refund less the cost of the Alcatraz ticket ($60).
• Tour price includes Alcatraz entrance fee. Anyone over 18 must have a government-issued ID for ferry.

How We're Different

We are not a big bus company! It’s very common to see large hop-on, hop-off buses around San Francisco, but we take a much more personal approach. Our guides not only have intimate knowledge and unmatched enthusiasm for the Bay City, but we also use specialized minibuses which are built specifically for city tours. We can literally take you where the big buses can’t go.

Our minibuses have large windows for full view of the city as we conduct the tour and are climate controlled with plenty of room for everyone. We stop several times and provide many photo opportunities. 

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Alcatraz Boat Tour (Cruise Around the Island)

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Alcatraz Boat Tour

There are two very different ways to visit Alcatraz via ferry tours from two different companies, and each trip is both fun and informative:

1.   Take an Alcatraz boat tour cruise around the island without leaving the boat , with a recorded audio program explaining in detail all the features you can see from the water (the subject of this page).  This lets you see parts of the island and prison you can’t readily see from land.

Insiders Tip:  During the summer there is also a new 2-hour Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge narrated tour that sails once a day from Tiburon . We have more information in the next section below.

. 2.   Take a ferry to the island, disembark and walk around the gardens and go inside the old prison.   This option puts you on the island and (if you wish) inside the abandoned prison. Reaching the top level of the island complex requires either a steep walk up the hill (it’s the height of a 13-story building) or a tram ride.   ( Click here for our page about buying tickets for this trip . )   This ferry trip to the island takes 15 minutes in each direction and is the best choice for those who might get seasick easily on a longer trip, even in the more sheltered waters of the Bay (like one of our editors!).

If going inside the old prison sounds like fun, the walk around the island option is best for you, and you can click here to read about it . If you like seeing the rugged island and the exterior views of the prison that can’t be seen when you’re walkiing around on land, the extended cruise will be better and the information on this page will be useful.

Insiders Tip:  There are a number of companies that offer different tours of San Francisco Bay with different routes and durations whose boats sail past Alcatraz as part of the trip. They do not have the same extended visit time and dramatic narration of the history of the prison as the tours described below, but are a good choice for getting to see a variety of locations around the Bay.  If you’re not focused on Alcatraz alone they may be a better bet.

Insiders Tip:  Both of the Sausalito ferries cruise past Alcatraz as they travel between Sausalito and San Francisco, although they do not stop there.  This is another option for seeing Alcatraz from the water if you also want to visit Sausalito for lunch .

The New Alcatraz Boat Tour with the Golden Gate Bridge

I mentioned above that there are tours of San Francisco Bay that cruise past Alcatraz as they show you many landmarks in the Bay Area. There is also a dedicated Alcatraz boat tour (described in detail below) that focuses on just one landmark.

There is a compromise choice: a combined 2-hour Alcatraz boat tour and Golden Gate Bridge tour that goes beneath the Bridge. This  narrated tour that gives you a close-up view of our two most famous landmarks on San Francisco Bay. This tour is available only during the summer, but those are the months when the Alcatraz park visit tickets are sold out long in advance.

The tour departs from Tiburon in Marin County (from the Angel Island Ferry pier ), and there is just one sailing each day at 2:30 PM. It’s offered from June 17 through September 30, Their website and link to buy tickets is here .

The Narrated Alcatraz Tour

Blue and Gold Fleet (which also operates some of the Sausalito ferries  and Tiburon ferries ) offers a 90-minute Alcatraz boat tour from their San Francisco headquarters at Pier 41 / Pier 39 in Fisherman’s Wharf . They call it “Escape from the Rock” and it goes around the island twice as well as going under the Golden Gate Bridge and back.

The tour takes 90 minutes and they have a recorded narration thst covers the history of the island and prison in a dramatic “History Channel style” audio program called “Escape from the Rock.”

Ticket prices for the Escape from the Rock tour are:

To buy tickets online for “Escape from the Rock” from Blue and Gold Fleet, click here.  

Insiders Tip: Pier 39 at Fisherman’s Wharf has a big but expensive parking garage, and Blue and Gold Fleet does not validate parking.  But the high-end restaurants at Pier 39 do validate, so if you have a meal (also expensive) here along with your Alcatraz cruise you’ll at least get a break on your parking!

We have more information about parking in the area here .

Alcatraz Tour Schedule (Cruise Around Island)

The page with the updated schedules for this cruise is located here.

On the satellite image below you can see Alcatraz and a tour boat at the left that is about to go by the island.  If you zoom in you’ll see the dock, which is at the right (eastern) edge of Alcatraz in this image.

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4. Temple of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist of Ugresh Monastery of St. Nicholas

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