Practical Information
Updated: Jan 9, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum6.3 days
Recommended8.8 days
Entrance Fee
Adult
42 USD
Child
26 USD
Student
42 USD
Day tour: $42. Night tour: $52. Behind the Scenes: $97. Children 5-11: $26-32. Under 4 free
Best Time to Visit
First morning ferry for smaller crowds. Night tours (summer/fall) — special atmosphere with fewer people. Book well ahead!
How to Get There
Only via Alcatraz Cruises ferry from Pier 33. Book tickets 2-4 weeks ahead! Ferry every 30 minutes, 15-minute ride.
What to Expect
Famous audio tour narrated by former guards and inmates. Cells, solitary confinement, dining hall, gardens. Views of city and Golden Gate. Bring water and snacks.
Best Photo Spot
City view from prison yard. Long cell corridors for perspective shots. Dock area with San Francisco skyline.
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 9, 2026Monday09:00 — 18:30
Tuesday09:00 — 18:30
Wednesday09:00 — 18:30
Thursday09:00 — 21:00
Friday09:00 — 21:00
Saturday09:00 — 21:00
Sunday09:00 — 18:30
Note
Ferries 9 AM-3:30 PM day, night tours 6 PM. Book 2-4 weeks ahead! Closed Dec 25, Jan 1
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Minimum 2-3 weeks, in peak season (summer) — a month or more. Tickets appear on alcatrazcruises.com 90 days ahead.
Rarely — only if someone cancels. Check website early morning. Don't count on it.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Alcatraz Island
Book tickets immediately after finalizing trip dates — they sell out first!
No food on island and little wind shelter. Dress warm, bring water.
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