Maximum security federal prison on Alcatraz Island, 1.25 miles (2.01 km) off the coast of San Francisco, California. Today, Alcatraz is a public museum and one of San Francisco's major tourist attractions
General Information
Hours:
Daily: First ferry departs at 8:45am; last return ferry around 6:30pm
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day
Fees:
Adults (18-61): $46.25
Seniors (62+): $42.65
Juniors (12-17): $34.25
Children (5-11): $27.55
Infants (0-4): Free
Prices include ferry, access to the island, and cellhouse audio tour
Seniors (62+): $42.65
Juniors (12-17): $34.25
Children (5-11): $27.55
Infants (0-4): Free
Prices include ferry, access to the island, and cellhouse audio tour
Pet Policy:
Pets are not allowed on Alcatraz Island or ferries
Closest cities with hotels:
San Francisco, CA (1 mi)
Seasons:
All year
Best seasons: Spring and Fall for mild weather and fewer crowds; Winter for solitude and dramatic atmosphere
Best seasons: Spring and Fall for mild weather and fewer crowds; Winter for solitude and dramatic atmosphere
Location:
Website
How to Get There
From San Francisco (1 mi): Head to Pier 33 on The Embarcadero and board the Alcatraz City Cruises ferry for a 15-minute ride to the island.
Overview
Alcatraz Island, “The Rock,” is the former maximum-security federal prison 1.25 miles off San Francisco, home to notorious inmates from 1934 to 1963, and now one of the country’s top attractions in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Visitors ferry from Pier 33 and tour the cellhouse with an award-winning audio tour, with a fort dating from the 1850s, sea birds and views. Book ahead, since tickets sell out.
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