Alcatraz Island

The Best Tips for Visiting FULL ALCATRAZ GUIDE

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How to Get to Alcatraz Island?

The only way to get to Alcatraz Island is via ferry. Alcatraz City Cruises departs from Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing every 30 minutes starting at 9:30 am. FULL ALCATRAZ GUIDE

How much does it cost to get to Alcatraz Island?

Alcatraz ticket prices depend on if you're doing a day tour or night tour. But it ranges from $49-$60 for an adult. FULL ALCATRAZ GUIDE

Alcatraz Audio Tour

Use the audio tour to guide you through the prison to see the cell blocks, librrary, recreation yard, and learn more about the prison's history. FULL ALCATRAZ GUIDE

See the Alcatraz Gardens

The Alcatraz gardens, were planted by some of the Alcatraz prisoners and have been flourishing as the buildings around them crumbled. FULL ALCATRAZ GUIDE

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