Recent Searches
Clear
Close

Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

star-42,133 Reviews
|
San Francisco, United States
Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
See More
See More
Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
From Alcatraz Island, it's possible to see straight over to the San Francisco Bay Area.
Now a popular tourist attraction, Alcatraz was once military occupied and home to a federal prison.
Alcatraz's cellhouse held over 1500 prisoners total during its time in operation.
See More
Likely to Sell OutLikely to Sell Out

From $125.00

Lowest Price Guarantee

Select Date and Travelers

Number of travelers
0 Adults1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults5 Adults6 Adults7 Adults8 Adults9 Adults0 Children1 Child2 Children3 Children4 Children5 Children6 Children7 Children8 Children9 Children0 Infants1 Infant2 Infants3 Infants4 Infants5 Infants6 Infants7 Infants8 Infants9 Infants
Non-refundable
You will not receive a refund if you cancel. Learn more
Loading available options...
Safety measures
icon6 hours  (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English

Explore our promoted experiences

Overview

Explore San Francisco and Alcatraz on this 2-in-1 tour. Hop aboard a ferry for a scenic ride to Alcatraz and enjoy the award-winning audio walking tour. Plus, enjoy a coach tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the City by the Bay through visits to top attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, the Presidio, and the Palace of Fine Arts.
  • Combine a San Francisco city tour and audio-guided visit to Alcatraz
  • All the main attractions, including Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and North Beach
  • Audio-guided walking tour of the Alcatraz "Cell Block"
  • Round-trip ferry ride to Alcatraz Island included

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This popular combo offers a great overview of city sights plus guaranteed access to "The Rock."
Saved to wishlist!

From $125.00

Lowest Price Guarantee
Book Now
Alcatraz Admission Ticket (valued at $41.00 USD) including Ferry Ride & Cellhouse Audio Tour
Narrated Bus Tour of San Francisco
Transport by air-conditioned luxury motor-coach
Transportation to Pier 33 Alcatraz Cruise Port after City Tour
Plenty of stops with Photo opportunities
Gratuities
Any other services not specified
Hotel Pick up or drop off

Departure Point

478 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

Gray Line Union Square Departure Zone Departure time: 8:40 AM Please be at the above address, 15 minutes prior to departure.

Departure Time

9:00 AM

Departure Point

2800 Leavenworth St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Zone (corner Leavenworth St. & Jefferson St) Bus Departure Time: 9:00 AM Please be at the above address, 15 minutes prior to departure.

Departure Time

9:00 AM

Return Details

San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Pier 33 concludes the bus transportation portion of tour. Pier 33 Alcatraz landing is where the Alcatraz portion commences. Upon conclusion of Alcatraz, customers will need to make their own way back from whence they came.

For the San Francisco portion of your tour, meet at one of the two departure points located in the Union Square area or the Fisherman’s Wharf area. Drive along the city's waterfront, and take in views of the San Francisco Bay, stopping for photos at Twin Peaks, Palace of Fine Arts, and the Golden Gate Bridge (weather permitting). 

Other attractions visited on this tour include some of the city's famous Victorian homes, Chinatown, the Palace of Fine Arts, Fisherman's Wharf, the Presidio, and North Beach. Your tour ends at Pier 33.

At Pier 33, board a scenic ferry to Alcatraz. Arrive at Alcatraz, a former federal prison that's now a national park and get a brief orientation to the maximum-security facility, which operated from 1934 to 1963. Pick up your self-guided audio tour, available in several languages, and start exploring. Listen to commentary from former staff and inmates and learn about the stints that famous inmates such as Machine Gun Kelly and Al Capone served. When you're finished looking around, hop on the next ferry (ferries depart regularly) and head back to Pier 33.

Likely to Sell-out! Alcatraz regularly sells out weeks in advance. Book ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

The schedule for the day depends on the availability of Alcatraz. You are advised of the tour schedule 72-hours prior to the tour date.
Itinerary
Pass By:  
Union Square
Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
Van Ness Avenue
We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
Cow Hollow
Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
... MoreLess
Stop At:  
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair. This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin. Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon.
... MoreLess
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Golden Gate Bridge
The tour crosses the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge offers a panoramic view of the bay and the San Francisco skyline.
... MoreLess
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By:  
Presidio of San Francisco
Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park. Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain.
... MoreLess
Stop At:  
Lands End
Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.
... MoreLess
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By:  
Golden Gate Park
Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
Haight Street
Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.
... MoreLess
Stop At:  
Twin Peaks
Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city
... MoreLess
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By:  
The Castro
Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District. All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
Market Street
This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
Financial District
Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
Chinatown
Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.
... MoreLess
Pass By:  
North Beach
Don't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".
... MoreLess
Stop At:  
Alcatraz Island
Ferry to Alcatraz Island, walking tour of the prison with award-winning guided "Cell Block Audio Tour"
... MoreLess
Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Included
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (11) days prior to your departure date.
  • You must provide first and last names, along with ages of all passengers to confirm your reservation. If for any reason you do not provide this information within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited.
  • Date changes are not permitted once confirmation is received
  • The Alcatraz portion usually takes 1.5 hours to complete, with its audio tour consisting of approximately 45 minutes. You are advised to inquire on your arrival to the island as to what time the next guided tour will begin. There is no restriction on the amount of time you spend on the Island. The ferry boat service departs Alcatraz every 30 minutes and you can disembark at your own leisure
  • Pier 33 is the last stop and ends the bus transport portion of tour. Customers will need to make their own way back to their desired destinations after Alcatraz.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Gray Line San Francisco
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour?
A:The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour.

Traveler Photos

See More
See More

Traveler Tips

  • "Very tired at the end as lots of walking so wear comfy shoes and take a jacket as the ferry ride and Alcatraz can be very cold." See review
  • "Take the cable car back if that will work for you." See review

Reviews

4.0
star-4
2,133 Reviews
5 stars
1,130
4 stars
604
3 stars
193
2 stars
110
1 star
96

Reviews by Viator travelers

Showing 1-10 of 2,133 reviews
star-5
Tour guide on our city...
Donald_M
, Jan 2022
Tour guide on our city tour was excellent. Learned a lot about the city and it's history. We have taken many tours over the past 46 years coming from az and this one was the best.
... MoreLess
star-1
Don’t book from this site
Karen_S
, Dec 2021
I couldn’t go on the tour because it was partly cancelled. The tour was 9am for 6 hours and they changed it to 2pm for 3 hours. I needed to leave at 4pm so I couldn’t make this work. You’d think they’d offer a refund, right? Wrong. Even though it’s a substantial change to the tour they dug their heels in. Idiots
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Dec 2021
Hello Karen, we would like to address some of the comments made in your review, even if you used them to insult us. We did not change the itinerary as you claim in your review, which consists of a City Tour in the morning (9 am to 1 pm) and the excursion to Alcatraz during the afternoon (Ferry departs at 2 pm). Unfortunately, we had to cancel the City Tour part as you were the only customer we had for that day. We offered you an alternative or a refund for the portion of this tour. And you agreed to attend the Alcatraz tour at 2 pm and get refunded for the portion of the City Tour, which is exactly what we did. Please check your bank account, as it was processed three days before posting your comment. Regards, Xavier General Manager Gray Line San Francisco
... MoreLess
1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Great day in the bay
Linda_M
, Dec 2021
A great way to learn about San Francisco and take in its beauty. From the highest point to the lands end. Thanks Michelle & Archie great knowledge and great driving 😀
... MoreLess
star-5
Fabulous San Francisco!
Kathy_H
, Nov 2021
Once again Viator provided a wonderful, informative tour. Michelle & Jack were great. She was knowledgeable & has great presentation skills. Jack’s driving though the streets of San Fran was award worthy. This is our third experience with Viator, two in Europe & this one in the US. Each one has been 5 star. We will definitely use Viator again. One suggestion would be a longer stop at Golden Gate Bridge. It is the first bathroom stop & the place everyone wants a picture. The audio tour on Alcatraz was excellent & the tram for older & disabled people is terrific!
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Nov 2021
Hello Kathy, we're happy to hear that our experience was up to your expectations. Gray Line San Francisco is proud to be a partner of Viator and offer all our activities to our mutual clients. We take note of your suggestion of the Golden Gate Bridge stop. This should be an easy change to put in place and will definitely improve the experience. We'll pass along your words to Michelle and Jack, both will be happy to know that their work is valued. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Andrew Sales Manager Gray Line San Francisco
... MoreLess
star-5
Joe was the best tour...
Matt_S
, Nov 2021
Joe was the best tour guide and Jack was an amazing driver. Learned so much from Joe and we hit all the good spots along the way. Great views and Jack drove like a pro! Highly suggest getting in their bus.
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Nov 2021
Hello Matt, Thank you very much for your kind words about Joe and Jack. They are a great team and make every tour very special. Please come back soon and join any of our other tours. Andrea Customer Relations Manager Gray Line San Francisco
... MoreLess
star-5
Great tour - highly recommend
Andreas_H
, Oct 2021
Great tour!!! Our guide was so entertaining and knowledgeable - it was the best tour I have ever had! Driver was also awesome, did a great job and felt safe at all times. Good that they built rest-stops into the tour, there was plenty of time to get out and explore the sites.
... MoreLess
star-4
Excellent tour guide
Pamela_C
, Oct 2021
Joe & Jack did an excellent job! They are a great team! Hope to catch this team on my next tour. Very informative guide & safe driver.
... MoreLess
star-5
Birthday getaway!
Cynthia_S
, Oct 2021
My husband and I did a little getaway for my birthday and we had an awesome time! Joseph and Archie were the BEST! They were great tour guides and give them both 5 ⭐️ plus! Great job guys!
... MoreLess
icon Response from Host , Oct 2021
Hello Cynthia, We sincerely appreciate your great review of our City Tour and Alcatraz experience. Having Archie and Joseph on the same tour is an unbeatable experience for anyone wishing to know San Francisco from a local perspective. Please come back soon to any of our other tours. We're looking forward to celebrating upcoming birthdays together. Xavier General Manager Gray Line San Francisco
... MoreLess
star-5
Awesome tour
David_K
, Oct 2021
Joseph and Archie were absolutely awesome. Local guided tour by locals who know the history of the city from the gold rush to now
... MoreLess
star-5
Grand City Tour 5 star experience!
Stacy_E
, Oct 2021
Our experience was amazing! The trip was organized well and we had an amazing day learning about the city and all the great history. Joseph and Archie are both very friendly and make a great team! What made it even more special was seeing the blue angles air show!!!!Thanks for everything and I look forward to bringing friends and family next time!
... MoreLess

Compare Similar Experiences

Current
Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour
star-42133
6 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$125.00
San Francisco Grand City Tour
star-4497
4 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$58.00
Likely to Sell Out
San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip
star-4286
8 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$125.00
Likely to Sell Out
The One Day in San Francisco Tour with Alcatraz
star-5251
9 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$175.00
Likely to Sell Out
Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise
star-4.5339
1 hour 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$48.00
Likely to Sell Out
San Francisco Combo: Ferry Building Food Tour and Alcatraz
star-4.5147
4 hours 35 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$174.00
Alcatraz Island Tour - Package Deal
star-4.525
3 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$140.80
Straight to the Gate Access: San Francisco Bay Twilight or Sunset Cruise
star-4.5811
1 hour 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$50.00
San Francisco Small Group City Sightseeing and Alcatraz Tour
star-5152
7 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$178.90

Explore Similar Things to Do

Food ToursBus ToursDay CruisesWater ToursMarketsHistorical ToursAttractions & MuseumsHalf-day ToursWater SportsCruises, Sailing & Water ToursCultural & Theme ToursFood, Wine & NightlifeSightseeing Tickets & PassesOutdoor ActivitiesLuxury & Special OccasionsTours & SightseeingSan FranciscoFood Tours - CaliforniaBus Tours - CaliforniaDay Cruises - CaliforniaWater Tours - CaliforniaMarkets - CaliforniaHistorical Tours - CaliforniaAttractions & Museums - CaliforniaHalf-day Tours - CaliforniaFood Tours - SausalitoBus Tours - SausalitoDay Cruises - SausalitoWater Tours - SausalitoMarkets - SausalitoHistorical Tours - SausalitoAttractions & Museums - SausalitoHalf-day Tours - SausalitoFood Tours - Napa & SonomaBus Tours - Napa & SonomaDay Cruises - Napa & SonomaWater Tours - Napa & SonomaMarkets - Napa & SonomaHistorical Tours - Napa & SonomaAttractions & Museums - Napa & SonomaHalf-day Tours - Napa & SonomaCategory

Attractions in San Francisco

Winchester Mystery House Tours & TicketsToronado Pub Tours & TicketsTwin Peaks Tours & TicketsBay Bridge Tours & TicketsSan Francisco Maritime National Historical Park Tours & TicketsVesuvio Cafe Tours & TicketsDe Young Museum Tours & TicketsRussian Hill Tours & TicketsLegion of Honor Tours & TicketsTransamerica Pyramid Tours & TicketsThe Cannery Tours & TicketsSea Cliff Tours & TicketsAngel Island Immigration Station Tours & TicketsMacondray Lane Tours & TicketsSan Francisco International Airport (SFO) Tours & TicketsLombard Street Tours & TicketsTomales Point Tours & TicketsSausalito Vista Point Tours & TicketsTiburon Tours & TicketsThe Castro Tours & Tickets