Alcatraz Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket + North Beach Walking Tour
From
$129.60
Highlights
Explore San Francisco Your Way – hop on and off our open-top bus as much as you like
Enjoy amazing 360º views of the city from our top deck.
With stops all over the city, you can plan your perfect day and visit what interests you most.
Listen to entertaining stories from a live guide
Discover North Beach with a local who knows its secrets
Step inside the beautiful Saints Peter and Paul Church
Meet the sea lions at Pier 39 and learn why they’re here
See Lombard Street, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more
Soar 150 feet in the air on the new SkyStar Wheel
Enjoy a ferry ride across the bay to Alcatraz Island.
Explore Alcatraz, the infamous prison, and hear real escape stories on the self-guided audio tour.
The only hop-on hop-off that stops at Golden Gate Park, the Painted Ladies and Haight Ashbury!
Included
1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour to enjoy amazing views
Hop off near must-see sights
The only hop-on hop-off route to Golden Gate Park and the Painted Ladies
Fun and friendly Live Tour Guide
Audio Guide app available in 13 languages
Guided tour of North Beach
Professional SF guide
Scenic Round Trip Ferry to Alcatraz Island and entry to the infamous Alcatraz Prison
Entry to the infamous Alcatraz Prison
Description
Discover San Francisco with City Sightseeing
San Francisco is a city of rolling fog, towering bridges and secrets hidden in the waves. From the Gold Rush days to the prison on Alcatraz Island, every street, pier, and building has a story to tell. Are you ready to uncover them in the most fun way?
North Beach Walking Tour
Discover North Beach with a local who knows its secrets on this fun guided walking tour. Visit Washington Square Park, step inside Saints Peter and Paul Church, and explore the colorful streets of San Francisco’s “Little Italy.”
You’ll also visit Liguria Bakery, see Lombard Street, stop at an Alcatraz viewpoint and take in views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Then head to Pier 39, where you’ll meet the city’s famous sea lions and learn why they’re here.
Your guided tour ends at the boat to Alcatraz, where you’ll cruise to the infamous prison.
Alcatraz Island and Prison
Your adventure starts with a scenic ferry ride across San Francisco Bay, where you can soak in stunning skyline views before arriving at The Rock, Alcatraz Island. Your great-value ticket ticket includes entrance to the infamous prison that once held America’s most wanted criminals.
Once there, you’ll explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour, featuring first-hand stories from former guards and prisoners. Learn all about the chilling escape attempts—some tried to break free, but did anyone actually make it? Walk through the prison cells, solitary confinement, and more, getting a real feel for what life was like behind bars.
Hop-On Hop-Off San Francisco
Imagine cruising across the Golden Gate Bridge, feeling the cool bay breeze as the city skyline stretches behind you. With our sightseeing bus ticket, you get 24 hours to see the best of San Francisco while deciding where and when to explore.
Top Stops You’ll Love:
- Golden Gate Bridge: snap that iconic San Francisco photo.
- Fisherman’s Wharf: meet the famous sea lions at Pier 39 and grab some sourdough bread bowl chowder.
- Lombard Street: walk down the windiest street in the world.
- Chinatown: soak in the colours and culture, and try some delicious dumplings.
- Union Square – Shop till you drop in San Francisco’s top retail district.
Enjoy fun facts and insider stories from a live tour guide. Plus, with free Wi-Fi on board, you can share your pictures in real time!
Before you go
North Beach Walking Tour
- Meeting point – Washington Square, beside the Volunteer Firemen Memorial located at 600 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133. Your guide will be holding an orange sign.
- Please note this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Please bring a photo ID when picking up tickets.
- Service dogs are allowed. Pets or companion animals are not allowed.
Ferry to Alcatraz Island and Prison
- Alcatraz Visit duration: 2-3 hours
- Photo ID of those who purchased tickets is required to board the ferry.
- Bags larger than a standard backpack, 16" x 20", are not allowed on Alcatraz Island.
- Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear - Alcatraz Island is rugged and steep and there is a walk of about 0.25 mile / 0.4km between the dock and Alcatraz prison.
- Please note that a government-issued photo ID is required for every person 18 years and older who books tickets to Alcatraz island.
Hop-On Hop-Off San Francisco
- Enjoy a Live Tour Guide on all our buses (in English).
- Login to an audio guide app for commentary in multiple languages. Please bring your own earphones and smartphone to use the app. Available languages: English, German, Spanish, French, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Punjabi, Portuguese, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese.
- No service on 25th December.
- Please note that our City Sightseeing buses do not stop right next to Pier 39. For Pier 39, please hop off at stop number 6 and walk approximately 100 metres from Pier 35 to Pier 39.
Cancellation Policy
Hop-On Hop-Off San Francisco: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the chosen travel date.
Alcatraz Visit with North Beach Walking Tour:All sales are final: tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded by City Sightseeing.