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Alcatraz Tour with Fisherman's Wharf Guided Walking Tour

Tourist photographing near Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco with Alcatraz Island in the background.

Fisherman's Wharf view with Alcatraz Island in the background, San Francisco walking tour.

Uncover San Francisco's golden history on a guided walking tour of Fisherman's Wharf, ending with a cruise to self-explore Alcatraz Island and its prison.

Højdepunkter

On this guided walking tour of San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf, have a unique encounter with its bustling waterfront, history, and culture all at once.
In the company of an expert guide, enjoy bayside views of the vast Golden Gate Bridge, docked historic ships, and food stalls!
Take a trip down memory lane in the 1930s Musée Mécanique; marvel at vintage exhibits, letting them weave stories of the city’s colorful history.
As you explore the cells and grounds at Alcatraz, listen to the gripping audio guide that reveals the tales of daring escape attempts and the lives of the inmates.
Fun fact: Alcatraz was the only federal prison in American history to offer hot water to prevent prisoners from acclimating to the cold water.

Inkluderet

4-hour walking tour of Fisherman’s Wharf & Alcatraz Island
Expert guide
Audio guide for Alcatraz Island
Boat cruise to Alcatraz Island
Entry to Musée Mécanique
Wi-Fi

Afbestillingsregler

Du kan annullere disse billetter op til 4 dage, før oplevelsen begynder, og få alle pengene tilbage.

Your experience

Step into the vibrant world of San Francisco's iconic waterfront with the Fisherman's Wharf guided walking tour combined with a visit to the notorious Alcatraz. This unique experience offers a blend of history, culture, and delicious local cuisine, topped with awe-inspiring views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Seaside, seafood, and some history!

Kick-start your journey with a professional San Francisco guide leading you through the fabled Fisherman's Wharf. You'll get to soak in endless oceanic views, sample delectable crab sandwiches, and sourdough bread from the local food stalls if you like. Stroll through the historic Barbary Coast Trail, a former red-light district. Next up is the vintage Musée Mécanique, a treasure trove from the 1930s, housing a fascinating collection of 300 odd antique oddities. From orchestrions, coin-operated pianos, antique slot machines, and animations, down to small bird boxes, you will be transported to a different time.

The vibrant Pier 39 & Alcatraz adventure

The tour then takes you to Pier 39, a lively entertainment hub with a sea lion colony. After basking in the energy of Pier 39, the journey winds down with a scenic cruise to Alcatraz Island. Here, an audio-guided tour unravels the history of the island and its infamous prison. Your exploration ends with the views of the gardens and exhibits, making this adventure an unforgettable San Francisco treat.

Itinerary

Aquatic Park
Barbary Coast Trail
Waterfront
Hyde Street Pier
Musée Mécanique
Pier 39
Embarcadero Promenade
Alcatraz

Know before you go

What to bring

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience during your visit to Alcatraz.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

This tour includes a cruise to and from the island plus your ticket to tour Alcatraz.

Mine billetter

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf (Hyde/Beach).
Address: 725-701 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA.
Guide identifier: Your guide will be holding a sign that says 'ExperienceFirst'.
Landmark: Across the street from the Buena Vista Cafe, look for the Fisherman’s Wharf sign.

Get directions to the meeting point