Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour
From
£120
pp
7h 0 mins · 4.6 (1,201)
Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—into one tour from San Francisco. Travel in a luxury small-group tour van across the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoying the scenery without the hassle of driving. Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace.
Choose between a day or night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour features a sunset cruise, cell door demonstrations, and expert talks. Both tours offer an award-winning audio guide in multiple languages, detailing the prison's dark history and escape attempts.
The 8:30am and 9:45am times departs from 488 Post Street. Look for a black Mercedes sprinter van parked across the street. It will start with Muir Woods and Sausalito then go to Alcatraz.
The 9:10am and 10:35am times departs from Pier 33. It will start with Alcatraz then go to Muir Woods and Sausalito.
The 12:50pm and 2pm times departs from Pier 33. It will start with Muir Woods and Sausalito then to Alcatraz at night.
What's included
- Free time on Alcatraz Island
- Small-group guided tour to Muir Woods National Park in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter van
- Alcatraz admission ticket plus award-winning Cellhouse Audio Tour ($45.25 USD value)
- Round-trip ferry ride from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island
- Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
What's not included
- Gratuity (20% is the standard recommendation for guides/chauffeurs)
- Food and Beverages
- Entrance fee to Muir Woods ($15 USD Adults. Children free.)
Itinerary
- Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and admire the 360-degree scenic views.
- Stop for a few minutes for an amazing view of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and San Francisco skyline (10 min)
- Walk quietly at your own pace on an easy path surrounded by 1000-year-old Redwood trees. (1h 15min)
- Explore the quaint town of Sausalito, have lunch, discover art galleries, and get some souvenirs. (1h 0min)
- Board the ferry to Alcatraz at Pier 33 on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. Headsets are provided to listen to the award-winning audio tour, “Doing Time”, where you will learn about notorious criminals like Al Capone, who were incarcerated here. Learn about escape attempts from 'The Rock' and listen to commentary from former inmates and staff. This will be your drop-off point. No transportation is provided after Alcatraz because you will be able to stay as long as you want on the Island until the last ferry back to Pier 33. (2h 30min) Admission included
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Very important: ONLY the 9:10AM and 12:50PM departure time will meet at Pier 33.
End point
The 8:30AM tour and the 12:50PM tour will drop you off at Pier 33, the Alcatraz Island Pier. After your Alcatraz tour, you will make your own way back to where you are staying. The 9:10AM tour will be able to drop you off at Pier 33 or Union Square.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Must See - Alcatraz tours / Muir Woods and Sausalito tours
- Max group size
- 14 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–14
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Important notes
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 7 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.