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Alcatraz Tour With Fisherman’s Wharf

Tour the waterfront, from the Embarcadero to Pier 39, and the island prison

Duration

4 hours (90 min. guided)

Meeting Point

On the corner across the street from the Buena Vista Cafe
Look for your guide by the Fisherman’s Wharf sign. The cafe is located at 2765 Hyde St.

Alcatraz Tour With Fisherman’s Wharf

Highlights

Hear San Francisco's coming-of-age stories from the Gold Rush to cable cars.

Discover the city’s best treats like Ghirardelli chocolate, sourdough, and Dungeness crab.

Explore Pier 39 with its shopping, entertainment, and adorable sea lions.

Learn from your guide about Alcatraz Island’s infamous history.

Visit Alcatraz with an audio guide to see the cellhouse, garden, exhibits, and more on the island.

Aquatic Park

With views of ships, the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz
Ghirardelli Square

Home to the famous former factory run by Italian chocolatier Domenico Ghirardelli
Barbary Coast Trail

A 19th-century red-light district turned scenic trail
Pier 39

Sea lions sunbathing on the docks and historic ships in the harbor
Embarcadero Promenade

Once a traditional maritime port, now filled with restaurants, amusement piers, and art deco streetcars
Cruise to Alcatraz

A 15-minute ride to the infamous island
Alcatraz Island

A self-guided visit with audio guide and access to the cellhouse, exhibits, historic gardens, and more
Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Featuring views of the Golden Gate Bridge and more in the San Francisco Bay

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