Alcatraz Island tour with Fisherman's Wharf: Build your own combo

Choose your own Wharf stop, then spend as long as you want on Alcatraz Island.

This combo tour pairs entry to Alcatraz Island with the official audio tour and assigned ferry departure from Pier 33, plus one self-selected Fisherman's Wharf attraction on the same day. You choose which attraction to visit and whether to start at the Wharf or the island: the operator assigns your Alcatraz boat time. The tour runs about 5 hours total. You control how much time you spend at each stop.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. 13th Arrondissement3h
2. Fisherman's Wharf1h

Wharf activity and Alcatraz visit

• Choose a Wharf attraction
• Enjoy selected Wharf activity
• Travel to Alcatraz Island
• Enter Alcatraz prison
• Experience audio tour
• Explore Alcatraz Island
• Return by boat

The experience

The setup is built around choice. You pick one attraction from the available Fisherman's Wharf list (the options change by date and can include aquariums, museums, zoos, or transportation tours), and then add Alcatraz Island to the same day. The operator assigns your boat departure time to the island, and you're free to explore the prison grounds and listen to the audio tour on your phone for as long as you want before catching any return ferry. Some days run in reverse order, starting at Alcatraz and ending at the Wharf attraction, so confirm which sequence applies to your date.

Entry to Alcatraz includes the official ticket, the ferry ride to and from Pier 33, and access to the audio tour you run yourself on your own device. The Wharf attraction is also included. You'll meet a host to exchange your voucher for that portion. Because you're not on a fixed group schedule, you can linger at the island if the prison holds your attention, or move through it quickly and spend more time at your chosen Wharf stop. The only constraint is that your Alcatraz slot is assigned in advance. You don't pick the exact boat time, but you do control how you use the hours between arrival and departure.

What’s included

• Entry to Alcatraz Island with the official ticket and ferry ride from Pier 33.
• audio tour on your personal phone.
• one Fisherman's Wharf attraction of your choice from the available list for your date.

Options for this experience

3 options

Option 1No fixed time

Option 2No fixed time

Option 3No fixed time

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (12 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Pick this combo if you want to build your own day instead of following a set itinerary. The Wharf attraction is your choice, and you control how long you spend on the island. If you'd rather have a guide walk you through Alcatraz and a fixed schedule that moves the group together, a traditional guided tour will suit you better.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

Can I choose which Fisherman's Wharf attraction I want to visit?

Yes. The operator provides a list of available attractions for your date, and you select one at checkout. Options typically include aquariums, museums, zoos, and transportation tours, though availability varies by day.

Do I have to do both the Wharf attraction and Alcatraz, or can I just go to the island?

You can book Alcatraz alone if you prefer. The Wharf attraction is optional. If you want only the island, you still get the official ticket, ferry, and audio tour from Pier 33.

How much time can I spend on Alcatraz Island?

You can stay as long as you like once you're on the island. You'll take an assigned ferry departure to get there, but you can return on any boat after that, so the length of your visit is up to you.

What is the audio tour on Alcatraz like?

The audio tour runs on your personal cell phone, so you move through the prison grounds at your own pace and listen to the commentary whenever you want. It's included with your entry ticket.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to Pier 33?

Yes. The tour departs from Pier 33, and you're responsible for getting there. Public transportation options are available nearby, and the area is accessible by car and taxi as well.