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Alcatraz
Island "The Rock"
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Alcatraz
Island is a must see destination while visiting
San Francisco. The buildings on the island are remains of the federal
prison that operated from 1933 to 1963. Several tours are available
for Alcatraz Island.
There are guided and self-guided tours that explain the history
of the facilities, and tell stories of some of it's famous residents.
The audio tour of the prison is very enjoyable and informative and
is highly recommended. The weather on the rock can be chilly so
dress warmly. Also be prepared for a lot of walking up and down
ramps.
If you want a much less crowded experience than during the day try
night tour. Purchase your tickets ahead of time or you might end
up viewing Alcatraz from shore. During peek season the tours tend
to sell out a weeks in advance.
The trip out to the island takes about twenty minutes. Plan on spending
at least three hours exploring Alcatraz. There is a gift store that
sells souvenirs but there is no place to eat on the island. Once
you get back to Fisherman's wharf you can warm up with a bowl of
clam chowder.
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of two days? Wharf Pass includes 40 additional discounts for dining,
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Alacatrz
Island |
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to the island is only through Alcatraz Cruises, a private ferry
company. This is the only way to get on the island unless you work
there. Tickets are limited and it is recommended that you purchase
tickets in advance.
Summer and holidays tickets for the ferry sell out days ahead. Several
tour company's offer Alcatraz trips but they only circle the island
they do not land on the island.
If you wish to tour the prison take you need to take Alcatraz Cruises
ferry boat. If you just want to view the rock from up close try
one of the tours. Some tours also take you out to the Golden Gate
bridge and give you a view not possible from land.
If you do decide to tour the island then the view of San Francisco
from Alcatraz is worth the price of tickets alone. Visiting Alcatraz
is not a tourist only, locals will also enjoy visiting this historic
Island in the San Francisco Bay. Its surprising how many bay area
residents have not made the trip. |
Alacatrz
Island Power Station |
 Alacatrz
Island Ferry |
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concessioner of the National Park Service. They are located on The
Embarcadero near the intersection of Bay Street - just a bit south
east of Fisherman's Wharf.
Pier 33 has more than 3,000 parking spaces. However we recommend
public transportation if at all possible. Parking in this area can
vary greatly, as little as $8-10 for all day, to as high as $6 an
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