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Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

★ 4.2 (164 reviews) · By Blue and Gold Fleet

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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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Duration 1.5 hours

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Guided experience

German, Korean, CMN, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Key facts

Duration 1.5 hours
Languages German, Korean, CMN, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group size Up to 8
Ages Infant 0–4; Child 5–11; Youth 12–18
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What's included

Included

  • Audio: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese & Taiwanese
  • Multiple restrooms, WC, onboard
  • Enjoy the sea life! Possibility of seeing dolphins, sea lions, whales, and pelicans, oh my!
  • Access to full-service cash snack bar and Free WIFI while you enjoy interior or exterior seating
  • "Straight to the gate" Skip the Line! Go straight to the boarding line and avoid the Ticket Booth

Not included

  • Food and drinks (available to purchase)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Alcatraz access / ticket

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    This 1.5-hour 'Escape from the Rock' cruise departs from Pier 39.

  2. Stop 2 Pass by

    It takes you under the Golden Gate Bridge and around Alcatraz Island to see every angle of the former federal penitentiary, now part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

  3. Stop 3 Pass by

    En route, enjoy sightings of the city skyline and Angel Island.

  4. Stop 4 Pass by

    View The Rock from the best view available on the water

  5. Stop 5 Pass by

    Beautiful views from the water

  6. Stop 6 Pass by

    Beautiful views from the water

  7. Stop 7 Pass by

    Beautiful Views from the water

  8. Stop 8 Pass by

    Beautiful views from the water

  9. Stop 9 Pass by

    Iconic San Francisco landmark with a fresh perspective form the water

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

PIER 39, The Embarcadero at Beach St. San Francisco, CA 94133

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Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before

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From $48.00 per person

Infant Age 0–4
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Child Age 5–11
0
Youth Age 12–18
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Adult Age 19–64
1
Senior Age 65–100
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