North Beach Walking Tour With Alcatraz Ticket
Duration: 90 minutes
Overview
Explore North Beach’s historic streets, Pier 39, and more. Then visit Alcatraz Island with your audio guide. Upgrade for more views: a bay cruise or the SkyStar Wheel.
Included
- Guided tour of North Beach
- Professional SF guide
- Cruise to Alcatraz
- Audio guide of the Alcatraz prison
- Optional upgrade for one-hour bay cruise
- Optional upgrade for SkyStar Wheel ticket
Excluded
- Gratuities
Important information
How much walking is there?
Our tour of North Beach includes a mile of walking at a moderate pace. Once you get to Alcatraz Island, the amount of walking is up to you, but there are some inclines, so we recommend good walking shoes.
Is the tour of Alcatraz guided?
This tour includes a ticket to Alcatraz for a self-guided tour of the island. An audio guide, accessible via your smartphone, is available. The National Park Service only allows one official provider to offer cruises to the island. After your Fisherman’s Wharf Walking tour, which covers some Alcatraz history, your guide will show you where to find your cruise.
What is the cancellation policy?
Due to the nature of Alcatraz tickets, this experience isn’t available for refunds or rescheduling.
Is this tour accessible?
This tour isn’t wheelchair accessible. If mobility is an issue, please contact us for a private tour.
What do I need?
Please note that a government-issued photo ID is required for every person 18 years and older who books tickets to Alcatraz Island. You'll need it when picking up tickets at the Alcatraz City Cruises Ticketbooth, and it may also be required in the boarding area. Thank you for ensuring a smooth check-in process.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we'll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.
How do the upgrades work?
There are two optional upgrades if you'd like to enhance your visit. Enjoy a ride on the SkyStar Wheel or a one-hour cruise along the bay. Both of these upgrades can be completed anytime during your stay in San Francisco. Your guide will give you instructions on how to redeem these upgrades at the tour.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.
Do you have gift certificates?
Yes! If you want to give the gift of San Francisco (or any of our destinations) to someone else, you can purchase a tour gift card. Our gift cards are good for any of our tours, and they never expire.
Highlights
More information
Our North Beach Walking Tour begins at Washington Square Park, the city’s first public park, where you’ll learn the surprising role it played after the 1906 earthquake and fire. Admire the vintage lampposts and Coit Tower in the distance. Step inside Saints Peter and Paul Church to see its Italian marble altar and hear about its connection to Joe DiMaggio.
You’ll also enjoy views of Lombard Street, the Golden Gate Bridge, and hidden gems your guide has in store for you as you walk the colorful streets of SF’s “Little Italy.”
After a visit to Pier 39 — adorably overrun with sea lions — your guide will walk you to your cruise departing for Alcatraz. Once there, you can tour the prison with your included audio guide, admire the gardens, and visit the many exhibits. Return at your leisure.
If you’ve selected one or both of our upgrades, there’s more fun in store. See it all from 150 feet up on the SkyStar Wheel or cruise the bay for sweeping skyline and nature views.