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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise

Go under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge on this scenic cruise along picturesque San Francisco Bay. Pass Alcatraz, Treasure Island, and Oracle Park, and enjoy views of the city skyline dotted by Coit Tower, the Ferry Building, the Transamerica Pyramid, the Palace of Fine Arts and more. Fascinating audio commentary lets you learn about the construction of these famous bridges, as well as San Francisco’s unique architecture, history, geology, and culture. Your vessel features restrooms and indoor and outdoor seating. You’re free to bring your own lunch on board to enjoy while you take in the sights, and there is also a full bar and snacks available for purchase. For a limited time, all San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruises have a Buy One, Get One (BOGO) offer for the bar! Double the delight as you sip and savor the beauty of the San Francisco Bay while toasting to memorable moments.
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See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $48
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Alcatraz and Muir Woods Express with Golden Gate Bridge Visit

Combine inside Alcatraz with an assigned time same day visit to Muir Woods with Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy a hybrid of light driver narration with bridge history and Alcatraz Escape presentations. This tour includes: Assigned By Us: Muir Wood Van departure time (70+ minute) Assigned By Us: Alcatraz Island Admission Time Slot (2.5+ hours) Golden Gate Bridge stop (15+ minutes) We will assign your time in advance. We will assign a random time slot as early as 6:45am or as late as 5pm in peak times. VIP James Woods Road Trip Upgrade: Our full Muir Woods Express plus bonus time in Sausalito with brunch credit. Guests will be returned to Wharf by van or scheduled Sausalito ferry. Some dates will start by ferry in Sausalito then Muir Woods and Golden Gate. We will advise. 645am Early Bird: Get there before the crowds do! Enjoy nature as it was intended with silence! We are often the first tour group there! Enjoy $10 Brunch credit after Muir Woods at our chosen vendor.
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See Details → Duration :5 to 7 hours
From $127.99
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Alcatraz Island Tour Packages

Combining Muir Woods and Alcatraz affords the client the opportunity to experience and see 3 major destination points. * Golden Gate Bridge * Muir Woods National Monument * Alcatraz Island The first leg of the tour will start with a guided bus tour over the Golden Gate Bridge. We make our way to Muir Woods National Monument. The the route taken affords the client beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and San Francisco skyline, and the surrounding bay. After Muir Woods, the tour will return to San Francisco and drop the clients off at Pier 33 "Alcatraz Landing". Here the clients will catch their scheduled ferry to Alcatraz Island. The Ferry ride is approximately 30 minutes in length. The unobstructed views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco SkyLine, the Bay Bridge as well as all the geographical phenomena unique to the "Bay" make for prime photo opportunities.
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See Details → Duration :2 to 3 hours
From $140.8
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Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

This is it! The one and only Alcatraz Night Tour from Alcatraz City Cruises. As compared to the Day Tour, it's a little bit creepier (haunted?) with less crowds, small group docent-led tours, often including additional presentations and sometimes chances to go to parts of the prison unavailable during the day. Plus you get a separate high quality excursion with spectacular views along San Francisco Bay. This can be done before or after Alcatraz, with daily departures; no reservations required. First, select a date from the evening schedule. You get the Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Considering how often the Alcatraz Night Tour sells out at the Pier 33 Box Office, this package is often a great way to get a ticket to Alcatraz and make memories going all along the San Francisco waterfront and out under the Golden Gate Bridge and back.
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See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $150
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1.5-Hour San Francisco Bay Sailing Tour

For a relaxing afternoon on the water, hop aboard the Privateer, a truly traditional sailboat, for a semi-private 90-minute cruise of the bay, complete with beer and wine. This double-masted, teak-decked, bronze-fitted beauty holds more than 28 passengers but is limited to just 16 during the pandemic so you'll get plenty of personal attention from the skilled and friendly crew as the Privateer glides over to Alcatraz and Angel Island, passes by charming and picturesque Sausalito, parallels the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge and sails past the famous San Francisco skyline on its way back to Pier 39.
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See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $99
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Alcatraz Day Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

These two high-quality, separate-departure tours can be done on the same day or over more than one day. First, choose a date from the schedule for the daytime Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Either before or after Alcatraz, you can enjoy a "boat-load" of spectacular views along San Francisco Bay. Considering how often Alcatraz sells out at the Pier 33 Box Office, this package is often a great way to get a ticket to Alcatraz and make memories going under the Golden Gate Bridge.
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See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $145
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San Francisco Signature Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a fun evening on the San Francisco Bay with our Signature Dinner Cruise! Enjoy front-row seats to the best sights in the city or take a spin on the dance floor with local DJs playing top-40 hits. City Cruises' Signature Dinner Cruise features a delicious buffet with a variety of food options created by local chefs.
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See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $118.85
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Private 2-Hour Alcatraz Audio Tour

Embark on an exhilarating journey through history with our Alcatraz Highlights Tour! Step foot on the infamous island that once contained America's most notorious criminals and immerse yourself in the captivating tales of Alcatraz. Witness the chilling cells that housed Al Capone and George "Machine Gun" Kelly, as you explore the imposing cell blocks. Be captivated by the echoes of the past as you wander through the eerie corridors, and soak in the stunning panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline. Don't miss your chance to uncover the mysteries and legends of America's most infamous prison on our Alcatraz Highlights Tour - a thrilling adventure you won't ever forget! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
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See Details → Duration :1 to 2 hours
From $25
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Alcatraz Day Tour and 1-Day City Bus Tour in San Francisco

These two high quality tours can be done in the same day - or over more than one day. First, choose a date from the schedule for the Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Either before or after Alcatraz, you can enjoy seeing the city – from the high vantage of the open top vehicle, or sheltered on the street level deck of the bus. Considering how often Alcatraz sells out at the Pier 33 Box Office, this package is often a fantastic way to get a ticket to Alcatraz and take in several other great city attractions.
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See Details → Duration :3 to 5 hours
From $170
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I Sail SF - Private Sailboat Charter

2 or 3 hour PRIVATE Charter aboard Carmelita, our beautiful and spacious Catalina 42 sailboat, offering comfort while touring San Francisco Bay. Captain Christian enjoys sharing his experiences of SF Bay and Sailing with his guests. Optional for a 2 or 3 hour Charter. The 2 hour charter typically covers from pier 39 to the Golden gate Bridge. The 3 hour charter allows for travel to Sausalito, Angel Island or down past the Giants Ball park. Book two - 2 hour tours back to back for the full SF Bay experience, A stop to picnic at Angel Island or take your group for lunch at Sam's. We can customize and create the on the water experience that is a perfect fit for your group of 6 or less.
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From $650
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2-Hour Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

This is an Interactive Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay with a maximum 6 passengers on a private yacht with a USCG licensed captain and crew where you'll sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, across the San Francisco waterfront, get a close-up look at Alcatraz and Angel Islands. This Sailing Experience is "interactive" which means we want you to get the full experience of sailing so you'll have an opportunity to take the wheel and sail your course.. It's all part of an unforgettable sailing experience you wont get anywhere else.. You will see and be able to photograph beautiful scenery and may also experience a close encounter with some of the local wildlife that calls the bay home. Sailing SF Bay Experiences are aimed at creating lifelong memories for you while showcasing the beauty and diversity of our area.
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See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $149
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Alcatraz Visit and Golden Gate Bridge Express

Enjoy two same day San Francisco experiences — a round trip express excursion to the Golden Gate Bridge (SF side) by minibus from Fisherman’s Wharf with an assigned time visit inside Alcatraz cellhouse. Basic Tour departs Fisherman's Wharf to experience 45 minutes at the Golden Gate Bridge (SF side). There is also an option to upgrade in advance to visit the other side of the bridge in addition to San Francisco side or to choose a small group van experience. No food included. Guests can upgrade to the "Walk The Bridge with Brunch" option where we drop guests at the other side of the bridge to which guests have TWO HOURS to walk back to the San Francisco side. Their efforts are rewarded with a $10 brunch credit and pick up at the Bridge Restaurant. Light History Narration and Television Monitor Documentaries will be provided. Guests will be dropped off directly at Pier 33 Alcatraz or Wharf. Some dates may start with Alcatraz followed by Golden Gate Bridge.
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From $97.99
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Alcatraz Early Morning Access Tour with Lunch Credit

Visit Alcatraz Island and gain a head start before the large crowds arrive for the day on an early morning access tour followed by a relaxing lunch credit in Fisherman's Wharf to conclude your day.  Ride the official boat to the island; go inside the main cell house to experience the award winning audio tour. Beat the large crowds and finish this attraction with more time in San Francisco in the afternoon on your own.  This package caters to those who need to get on the island in the morning so they can plan other SF activities afterwards! Boat assigned to you will typically be as early 8:50am, sometime mid morning, or as late as 12pm tour when available (all subject to our remaining ticket availability). Guests do not choose their time but are assigned a time slot. Finish your afternoon with a same day $15 lunch credit at a selected restaurant in Fisherman's Wharf chosen by this package owner.
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From $137.99
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Official Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

Visit the famous Alcatraz Island Prison at night! This Alcatraz night tour is a special program that only offers to a limited amount of people who get to experience the Alcatraz Island in a different way than the day tour. You will get to experience more special night time program and its unique night scene during this tour, and the famous audio tour and docent tour are also included. Round trip ferry rides to the Alcatraz Island are also included with no additional charge. As a bonus, a one-hour bay cruise tour voucher is also included for you to use at the time of your choice to see under the Golden Gate Bridge and around the Alcatraz Island. The voucher can be used on the same day before the Alcatraz night tour, or on a different day. There are multiple departures during the day from 11am to 4:30pm (subject to change/availability).
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See Details → Duration :2 to 3 hours
From $168
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Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Escape from the Rock Cruise

Embark on a 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Angel Island State Park before circling Alcatraz Island for an in-depth view of the prison. Take in the sights and sounds of the island as you listen to ex-guards and former inmates tell their stories of murder, mayhem, and mobsters on an audio tour with historical photos via your smartphone, tablet or other WiFi-enabled device. This ticket allows you to skip the box office line and go straight to the gate.
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See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $46