San Francisco: Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf & Optional Extras

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San Francisco: Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf & Optional Extras

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Discover the stories and highlights of San Francisco’s waterfront with a local guide. Cruise to Alcatraz to tour the prison and end your day with an optional ride on the SkyStar observation wheel.

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Highlights

Discover SF’s famous waterfront with a local who knows its secrets.
Learn about the 49ers, Ghirardelli, the Barbary Coast, and more.
Enjoy views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge.
Cruise to Alcatraz and explore the island prison.
Soar 150 feet in the air on the new SkyStar Wheel.

Description

Walk along the world-famous Fisherman's Wharf as your local tour guide shares some of the fascinating history about the area and how SF became the global destination it is today. This popular tour, with tickets for both Alcatraz and the new SkyStar Wheel included, offers plenty of opportunities to fill your camera roll and make memories. We start at Aquatic Park, where you'll see stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. At Ghirardelli Square, your guide will share the origin story of the famous Italian chocolatier. You’ll also learn about the Gold Rush, the Barbary Coast Trail, and more. Glimpse the oddities on display in the old-timey Musée Mécanique, and get your photo taken with the adorable sea lions of Pier 39. But some of the best pictures you'll get are from 150 feet in the air on the SkyStar Wheel and while cruising to and exploring Alcatraz, the infamous island prison. An audio guide is included with your self-guided visit to Alcatraz Island.

Includes

English-speaking tour guide Walking tour of Fisherman's Wharf Alcatraz ticket with audio guide Return ferry to Alcatraz Ticket for a private SkyStar Wheel gondola (if option selected)

Important Information

Reservations are required at least 10 days prior to the date of tour. Legal names of everyone in the group need to be provided and to match photo ID for adults 18+ years, otherwise your reservation may be cancelled
It is required to provide the names of all guests 10 days prior to tour date
This tour will take place rain or shine. The walking tour portion is approximately 90 minutes long and on average, you'll spend about 3 hours on Alcatraz Island depending on your preference, since this portion is self-guided
The Skystar Wheel & Bay Cruise upgrades are self-guided. Your ticket to these attractions are included if you choose these options.
The walking tour is in English only. The Alcatraz cell house audio tour is available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish
This tour is non-refundable and non-changeable