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No
trip to San Francisco’s Fisherman’s
Wharf is complete without a trip to Alcatraz
Island. From the many vantage points along the
piers at The Wharf, you’ll be able to
see some remarkable views of this 22 acre island.
So get your camera and be prepared to shoot
some great photos.
General
Information and directions on How
to Purchase Tickets are below. For a summary
of the island's lively and unique history, please
visit the Alcatraz
History page.
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To
catch the ferry to Alcatraz, take a short
walk to Pier 33 (Alcatraz Landing). Or
you can take the Alcatraz shuttle which
runs a 20-30 minute loop throughout the
San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf
area. Some of the stops include: The Aquarium
of the Bay (PIER 39), Blue & Gold
Fleet (Pier 41), Musee Mechanique (Pier
45), National |
Maritime Museum (Ghirardelli Square) and Super
Sightseeing, as well as several of the hotels
in the neighborhood.
Alcatraz Island is one of San Francisco's most
popular attractions and tours frequently sell
out a week or more in advance. Tickets are rarely
available for same-day sailings, so plan ahead!
(See information below on how to order tickets.)
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You
can stay on Alcatraz as long as you like
before it closes for the evening, but
allow at least 2 ½ hours for sailing
to the island, taking the cell house audio
tour, exploring the rest of the island
and its historic exhibits, and returning
to the mainland.
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The weather on Alcatraz is unpredictable and
liable to change unexpectedly,so be prepared by
bringing along a light jacket or sweater no matter
how nice the day starts out. The best advice is
always to dress in layers. Be sure to wear rain
gear during wet winter months. Much of Alcatraz
is steep and hilly. Wear comfortable shoes and
be prepared for walking long distances uphill.
HOW
CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS TO VISIT ALCATRAZ? |
You can purchase tickets to visit Alcatraz Island
online, in-person or by telephone. It is best
to purchase tickets in advance in order to avoid
disappointment.
Online: Please visit the Alcatraz
section of the National Park Service website
for information and instructions on ordering
online.
In-Person: You can purchase
tickets in person by visiting the Alcatraz Landing
Ticket Office at Pier 33, The Embarcadero.
Telephone: Phone reservations
can be made by calling the Alcatraz ticketing
center at 415-981-ROCK (415-981-7625).
For information on ferry schedules,
ticket prices, reservations and sales, please
visit the Alcatraz
section
of the National Park Service website.
A list of Alcatraz related
tours follows below.
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