San Francisco Sightseeing Bus & Alcatraz | Official Tickets

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Discover the best things to see in San Francisco by sightseeing bus, with a visit to the legendary Alcatraz Island, which you'll get to by ferry!

Details

Duration

2 days.

Language

The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English.

Included

48–hour San Francisco sightseeing bus ticket
Round–trip ferry ticket from San Francisco to Alcatraz
Alcatraz tour
Audio guide in English

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Varies according to the attraction included.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 10 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

99 Jefferson Street

Reviews of our customers

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Excellent 1,971 Travelers·74 reviews

May 23, 2026
Luisa Stage Ramirez
Chile
Very good experience, with Spanish translation.
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Alessandro Colombo
Italy
Everything was well organized. Friendly staff.
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June 12, 2024
Saray
Barcelona, Spain
The collection of tickets creates confusion, it tells you one pier and another was the starting point... Then on the day of the excursion they summon ...
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June 6, 2024
Lidia
Spain
When you arrive at Alcatraz you are on your own, so you can take your time to see things. At the entrance to the prison they give you an audio guide i...
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September 30, 2025
Elisabet Sol
Argentina
Excellent attention from the staff and drivers
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August 18, 2025
Ivan Quesada Martinez
Parets Del Valles Bcn, Spain
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Jaime
Cartagena, Spain
Everything Great Friendly and collaborative staff Highly recommended! Congratulations on the service
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November 19, 2024
Jose Gil
Mexico
A very cool experience
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August 24, 2024
Mirella Morelli
Roma, Italy
Excellent and really very good
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June 13, 2024
Arthur Martins Teixeira
São Paulo, Brazil
For those without a car, it's an excellent way to get around the tourist spots! It takes time, so keep an eye on the clock if you're short on time! Bu...
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Discover the best things to see in San Francisco by sightseeing bus, with a visit to the legendary Alcatraz Island, which you'll get to by ferry!

What to Expect?

This premium ticket is the perfect option to ensure you make the most of all the incredible activities San Francisco has to offer: tour the Californian city on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus, visit Alcatraz, tour Chinatown, and much more!

San Francisco Sightseeing Bus

Over the course of 48 consecutive hours, you'll be able to hop on and hop off the San Francisco Sightseeing Bus at any of the stops, whenever you'd like, allowing you to create your ideal sightseeing itinerary around the city and explore the places that interest you the most. See all the benefits you'll get with the two-day ticket via the above link.

Alcatraz Ticket & Tour

Your ticket also includes a visit to Alcatraz, one of the most legendary prisons not just in San Francisco but in the entire United States. The ticket includes a round-trip ferry ticket to Alcatraz, departing from Pier 33 at Fisherman's Wharf.

When booking, you'll need to select a specific time, which will correspond to the date and departure time of your Alcatraz ferry.

Once you disembark, you'll enjoy a tour of Alcatraz Island. During this audio-guided tour in English, you'll learn about the stories of Al Capone, Robert Stroud, and other famous inmates who were held at this prison throughout its history.

What Else is Included?

In addition to your 2-day ticket to the San Francisco Sightseeing Bus and entry to Alcatraz, you can explore Chinatown with your ticket.

Chinatown Tour

This tour operates daily at 1 pm, starting from stop #2 (North Beach/Chinatown) along the sightseeing bus route.

On this tour, we'll see the stunning doorways of Chinatown, the bustling market in the heart of the neighborhood, and the vibrant blend of culture, history, and modernity in this iconic neighborhood.

How to Enjoy These Activities?

All you need to do to make the most of all these fantastic activities is to present your reservation voucher at 99 Jefferson Street in San Francisco, where you'll also be given information about opening times and dates, meeting points, and anything else you need to know for the activities included in this ticket.

Points of interest in San Francisco

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Discover the best things to see in San Francisco by sightseeing bus, with a visit to the legendary Alcatraz Island, which you'll get to by ferry!

What to Expect?

San Francisco Sightseeing Bus

Alcatraz Ticket & Tour

When booking, you'll need to select a specific time, which will correspond to the date and departure time of your Alcatraz ferry.

What Else is Included?

In addition to your 2-day ticket to the San Francisco Sightseeing Bus and entry to Alcatraz, you can explore Chinatown with your ticket.

Chinatown Tour

This tour operates daily at 1 pm, starting from stop #2 (North Beach/Chinatown) along the sightseeing bus route.

San Francisco Sightseeing Bus & Alcatraz Tickets