Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip
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Is Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip worth booking?
Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip is a 7.5-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $160 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 1,197 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (1,197)
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- From
- $160 per person
Alcatraz Island remains one of San Francisco's greatest landmarks — and now you can experience its chilling allure for yourself. Packaged with the half day tour to the giant redwood trees at Muir Woods and charming Sausa
What you get
About this experience
Alcatraz Island remains one of San Francisco's greatest landmarks — and now you can experience its chilling allure for yourself. Packaged with the half day tour to the giant redwood trees at Muir Woods and charming Sausalito, this Alcatraz combo is a perfect day to see the famous National Monuments around San Francisco.
What's included
Included
- Alcatraz tickets are 100% refundable with at least 5 days’ notice prior to departure.
- Narrated bus tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito
- Free time in Muir Woods (90') and Sausalito (60')
- Official Alcatraz Admission Ticket including Ferry Ride & Cellhouse Audio Tour ($47.95 USD value)
- Admission to Muir Woods National Monument (15$ Admission included)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Bus Transportation after the Alcatraz Tour is not included
- Hotel Pick-up & drop-off Not included
What you'll see and do
Union Square
Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels
Pass by without stopping
Van Ness Avenue
Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
Pass by without stopping
Cow Hollow
Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
Pass by without stopping
Crissy Field
Driving above Crissy Field it gives a great vantage of the San Francisco Bay, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Pass by without stopping
Golden Gate Bridge
After crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, you'll have the opportunity to stop for photos at the Golden Gate North Vista Point. This viewpoint offers breathtaking views of the Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the stunning San Francisco skyline
10 minutes here
Marin County
Entering Robin Williams tunnel as we exit travelers get a view of Sausalito.
Pass by without stopping
Muir Woods National Monument
Muir Woods lies in the middle of the redwood's latitudinal region. Incredible diversity of flora and fauna can be daunting at times. Redwoods, Stellar’s jay, ladybugs, ancient horsetail ferns, and the banana slug are all apart of the hiking experience.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Sausalito
A gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint shops, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants. Extend your stay in Sausalito and return by ferry to San Francisco at your leisure. Ferry cost is not included unless selected during booking. The Ferry docks at Pier 41, in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf.
60 minutes here
Alcatraz Island
Arriving at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing begins the Alcatraz Island portion of the tour. The bus will allow passengers to disembark and the driver will direct people where to go. This ends the bus portion of the tour.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Francisco
Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location 2805 Leavenworth St. Arrive by 7:45 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 8:00 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.
Meeting point
San Francisco
Union Square Departure Location 478 Post St. Arrive by 7:25 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 7:40 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Customers will be dropped off at Pier 33. Driver will direct customers to the Alcatraz Cruises departure point. This ends the bus transport portion of the tour. Customers will need to make their own way back after they finish the Alcatraz tour.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gray Line San Francisco
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (5) days prior to your departure date. No refunds or changes allowed after this date.
- All Alcatraz tickets are given on a will call basis. Upon arriving Alcatraz landing Pier 33, guests will get their tickets from the Guest Services counter (upon customer identification is shown)
- You must provide first and last names, along with ages of all passengers to confirm your reservation. If for any reason you do not provide this information within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited.
- The Alcatraz portion usually takes 2.5 hours to complete, with its audio tour consisting of approximately 45 minutes. You are advised to inquire on your arrival to the island as to what time the next guided tour will begin. There is no restriction on the amount of time you spend on the Island. The ferry boat service departs Alcatraz every 30-60 minutes and you can disembark at your own leisure.
- Pier 33 is the last stop and ends the bus transport portion of tour. Customers will need to make their own way back to their desired destinations after Alcatraz.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,197 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
1,197 verified traveler reviews for Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Everything went well as...
Everything went well as planned. The tour guide was very informative. The weather was nice too. Was able to get on an early tour to Alcatraz it was very interesting. Definitely worth the trip check off on my bucket list.
Response from the operator: Thank you! We’re glad everything went smoothly and you enjoyed Alcatraz. Happy we could help you check it off your bucket list!
via Viator
Convenient for our family of 5
This was a great way for our family to be able to see multiple bucket list attactions without worrying about directions or parking or anything like that.
Response from the operator: Thank you! We’re so glad your family enjoyed a stress-free way to see the bucket list attractions.
via Tripadvisor
Great well organised tour, with a very knowledgeable guide, would highly recommend the Gray tours
The day was good with a great tour guide that was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the day, both at Muir Woods, Sausalito & returning back to join the Alcatraz Ferry 😁
Response from the operator: Thank you! We’re glad you had a great day and that our guide made the experience at Muir Woods, Sausalito, and the Alcatraz Ferry enjoyable and informative.
via Tripadvisor
Must have in San Francisco
Wao, what amazing experience. We love the trip very organized, and the tour guide was kindly. My favorite part of the tour, Microsoft good, we connect with the nature and we was astonished by sequioas.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you loved the experience and found everything well organized. It’s great to hear you connected with nature and were amazed by the sequoias. Hope to welcome you back for another memorable trip!
via Viator
Muir woods, Sausalito and Alcatraz
Well managed, guide was very informative, had plenty of time to explore in all 3 places, would definitely do again
Response from the operator: Hi Michelle! Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the well-managed tour and informative guide. We'd love to have you join us again!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 419
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.
How much does Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip cost?
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Prices start at $160 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Francisco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip take?
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Plan for about 7.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Francisco is not rushed.
Is Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 1,197 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip?
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Around 419 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Francisco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Francisco and add a light layer if any part of the 7.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Francisco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Francisco?
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San Francisco packs Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa and the bay into day-trip range, which makes booking order matter more than anywhere else in the US. Alcatraz sells out weeks ahead, wine-country vans fill on weekends, and the best food walks in the Mission and Chinatown cap at a dozen people. Our ranking favours small groups and guides who live in the neighbourhood they walk. On Outty we rank every San Francisco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
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September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Francisco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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