Alcatraz (San Francisco)





Hours

 * Vary with the season - departures are available about every half hour throughout the day beginning at 9:00am.
 * Alcatraz is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year's day.

General Admission

 * No entrance fee but there is a charge for the ferry service to and from the island which is supplied by a private company under contract with the National Park Service.
 * You can buy tickets or pick up advance orders at Pier 33. Visit the Alcatraz Cruises website for more information and to purchase tickets in advance (tickets are made available about 60 days in advance). Alcatraz Tour:
 * Adult: $28
 * Senior (62+): $26.25
 * Child (5-11): $17
 * Toddlers (0-4): Free
 * Family Tickets (2 Adults + 2 Children): $85

Getting Here

 * The only way to get to Alcatraz is by a ferry operated by Alcatraz Cruises, LLC -- Pier 33. They are located on The Embarcadero near the intersection of Bay Street, south east of Fisherman's Wharf.


 * To Pier 33
 * Driving.
 * Public transportation:
 * Muni #F Line runs along Market Street (east) then turns north on The Embarcadero, and runs right past the ferry terminal (on your right) and then on through Fisherman's Wharf

Location
Alcatraz iѕ locatеd in the San Francisco Bay. Boats leave from Pier 33

Useful Links

 * Official Website
 * Alcatraz Cruises website
 * San Francisco Muni