Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day in San Francisco, United States
San Francisco, United States

Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day

Outty Ranking 45 4.1 · 113 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $75
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Outty Ranking

45/100

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Traveler rating

4.1/5

Based on 113 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day worth booking?

Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day is a 1-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $75 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 113 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
45 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (113)
Duration
1 hours
From
$75 per person

Save money when we assign your Alcatraz time. This package combines a trip to Alcatraz with standard option of a two hour SAME DAY bike rental. Options for four hours or all business day San Francisco bike rental are also available for upcharge through the bike company. You will be assigned by us a random Alcatraz ferry boat time to go inside the Alcatraz cellhouse with audio tour of the grounds. We will also issue a bike rental voucher. You do not pick the order of the two tours. Once your Alcatraz time is sent you will then book your bike voucher and choose a time slot that does not conflict with your Alcatraz. Some days will be morning Alcatraz and bike to follow. Some days will be issued bikes first then Alcatraz in afternoon. Your same day bike rental voucher is for two hours of "NON MOTORIZED" classic self guided bike rental departing from Fisherman's Wharf. You can upgrade to electric bike for additional fees. Bike vouchers expire on your Alcatraz date.

What you get

    About this experience

    Save money when we assign your Alcatraz time. This package combines a trip to Alcatraz with standard option of a two hour SAME DAY bike rental. Options for four hours or all business day San Francisco bike rental are also available for upcharge through the bike company. You will be assigned by us a random Alcatraz ferry boat time to go inside the Alcatraz cellhouse with audio tour of the grounds. We will also issue a bike rental voucher. You do not pick the order of the two tours. Once your Alcatraz time is sent you will then book your bike voucher and choose a time slot that does not conflict with your Alcatraz. Some days will be morning Alcatraz and bike to follow. Some days will be issued bikes first then Alcatraz in afternoon. Your same day bike rental voucher is for two hours of "NON MOTORIZED" classic self guided bike rental departing from Fisherman's Wharf. You can upgrade to electric bike for additional fees. Bike vouchers expire on your Alcatraz date.

    What's included

    Included

    • Helmet, locks and directions for biking
    • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island and audio tour (Value $45.25)
    • Assigned Alcatraz departure time. Guests do not pick their time.
    • Assigned classic Bike rental. Guest must redeem bike voucher to secure available time slot.

    Not included

    • Transportation from hotels to any activity
    • $200 Bike rental deposit per order
    • Tandem, motorized, child, infant bikes or child carriers tag alongs
    • Sausalito ferry ticket
    • Bike voucher not redeemed on day of Alcatraz will be forfeited

    What you'll see and do

    1. Alcatraz Island

      Alcatraz Island access (allow 2-3 hours for your visit) Boat from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island Boat from Alcatraz Island back to Pier 33 Audio tour downloadable on your personal cell phone

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    San Francisco

    Alcatraz Cruise departs from Pier 33. Instructions will be sent 1/3 days prior to your tour date.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Alcatraz Cruise departs from Pier 33. Instructions will be sent 1/3 days prior to your tour date.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    de, ru, pt, ko, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, nl, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 14 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The Tour Store LLC

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Your final Alcatraz tour will be sent to Viator Email on file 1-2 days in advance with your time of departure and bike voucher. We assign the time!
    • YOUR VIATOR VOUCHER IS NOT YOUR ALCATRAZ ADMISSION VOUCHER! Guests must wait 1-3 days prior to their Alcatraz date and recheck their email for their actual Alcatraz Vouchers that arrive. Guests that present a Viator voucher at Alcatraz directly will be told that their name can not be found. You must check your email in advance for your actual Alcatraz voucher. If you do not know your time as of the night before simply email us!!
    • No refunds; exchanges; or cancellations on any Alcatraz related item or bike rentals
    • Traveling with other existing orders/parties? Your responsibility to notify us of this!
    • We do not cater to infants on bikes as we do not charge for infants. It is your responsibility not to book this bike tour if you have an infant; or pay out of pocket for a bike that has a carrier at another bike location other than ours.
    • We will assign your bike rental time slot.
    • ATTENTION:If you have no idea of your Alcatraz time slot on the day of your event do not randomly show up at the pier. You will be turned away!
    • Children 12 and under are not welcome on our bikes.
    • You are expected to have a refundable $200 bike deposit per order to rent our bikes.
    • Guests will be sent a bike voucher. They will redeem this voucher for an available bike time slot. It is their duty to match this to allow for Alcatraz time slot. We will not refund because of time slots too close to their time slot. Make it work!
    • Refund will not be issued for guests who fail to book the bike voucher given to them.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 113 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    113 verified traveler reviews for Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    4 star
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    Happiness35267066087 · September 2026

    SCAMMERS!! Don’t bother buying!!

    These people scammed my friends out of $250. They bought tickets on here and when they showed up, the operators there wouldnt even accept the tickets! Theyre also very unprofessional and swore at my friends! Don’t even bother booking. They just want to take your money! My friends didn’t even get to go on the boat! Disgusting scammers! How do you feel knowing that you make money out of scamming innocent people? Your wealth is cursed

    Response from the operator: Your review is ridiculous. You showed up to Alcatraz with your Viator reciept. You thought you could board with that and all you had to do is check your email for your boarding pass entry tickets we sent. You realize you can call Viator and ask them to tell you the exact time we emailed you those entry tickets?

    via Tripadvisor

    Charlie_I · September 2026

    Great deal and equally impressive tour

    The tour was great and we had such a great time. The boat left right on time and it was a quick trip (about 15 minutes). The Alcatraz tour is self led (you get an audio headset and there are stations where you progress through and listen to former guards, prisoners, and others. I had been before (about 30 years ago) and it was better than I remember. Definitely worth the trip.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your great review!

    via Viator

    williamhJ6906QJ · September 2025

    Well organized & communicated Alacatraz tickets

    Good fun, well organised and sorted by the tour. Alcatraz was slightly underwhelming but cool to see! Spent a few hours on Alcatraz island and really enjoyed the boat trip!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us!

    via Tripadvisor

    Kimberly_H · August 2025

    Lack of Information but Good Experience

    The experience visiting Alcatraz was worth it and the bike ride across the Golden Gate was amazing. I didn’t rate a 5 due to the lack of information provided when booking. I had to send chat messages and emails to get details. I booked last minute so I didn’t have options to book with someone else and just hoped it worked it, which it did.

    Response from the operator: We sent everything you need. You just had to read what it stated to do.

    via Viator

    517gregn · August 2025

    Good option when Alcatraz is sold out.

    Worked great as a last-minute option to get to Alcatraz when Alcatraz City Tours is sold out. It cost more this way, but you do get a separate bike rental with this package. The bike rental, is the only reason I gave this 4/5 stars, b/c it was a bit confusing. The instructions (on where to rent) was a bit confusing and then setting up the reservation was a bit difficult for us to setup. After you secure your overall booking (Alcatraz and bike), you (later) get a separate email with instruction on how to redeem both sets of tickets. The Alcatraz ticket link worked fine, but the bike rental link one did not. The Tour Store was quick to respond to our query about the link, but by the time I was able to see their response the bike slots were mostly filled. In their defense, they do warn you about this. But had the initial link worked, I would not had to of reached out to them. All in all, I'd use this company again without question.

    Response from the operator: Here for you when you need us!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    40
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by The Tour Store LLC, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.2.

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    Why this scores 45

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)41
    Review evidence (18% weight)62
    Booking momentum (14% weight)56
    Value for money (12% weight)42
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)1
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.

    How much does Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day cost?

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    Prices start at $75 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 Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour 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 Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 113 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day?

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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 Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day?

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    Around 40 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day?

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    Included: Helmet, locks and directions for biking; Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island and audio tour (Value $45.25); Assigned Alcatraz departure time. Guests do not pick their time; and Assigned classic Bike rental. Guest must redeem bike voucher to secure available time slot. Not included: Transportation from hotels to any activity; $200 Bike rental deposit per order; Tandem, motorized, child, infant bikes or child carriers tag alongs; and Sausalito ferry ticket. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day?

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    Alcatraz Cruise departs from Pier 33. Instructions will be sent 1/3 days prior to your tour date. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Inside Alcatraz and Two Hour Bike Rental Same Day?

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    Across 113 reviews averaging 4.1 out of 5, recurring themes include organization, value for money. Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

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