Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit in San Francisco, United States
San Francisco, United States

Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit

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48/100

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Traveler rating

3.8/5

Based on 519 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit worth booking?

Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit is a 3-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $130 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 519 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
48 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (519)
Duration
3 hours
From
$130 per person

Go inside Alcatraz then relax with friends for lunch after your Alcatraz visit at a Wharf food location assigned by us. Guests can also upgrade their package to a selection that better suits their needs! (Note: Guests do not have lunch on Alcatraz island) Guests will be assigned an Alcatraz Cruises ferry time to the island to go inside the main cell house. Experience the cell house audio tour and return on any boat you desire. Once back in SF guests can enjoy a same-day food credit option per person off your bill to one prechosen family chain dining restaurant located in Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square. Various food denominations cater to all crowds and food preferences! Fisherman's Wharf: (located 5-10 minutes from Alcatraz Pier 33) Bubba Gump, McCormick Kulettos (dinner only) Hard Rock Cafe Applebees Boudin Bistro Union Square: (located 15-20 minutes from Pier 33) Cheesecake Factory Morton's Fine Dining (dinner only) Mastros Fine Dining (dinner only)

What you get

    About this experience

    Go inside Alcatraz then relax with friends for lunch after your Alcatraz visit at a Wharf food location assigned by us. Guests can also upgrade their package to a selection that better suits their needs! (Note: Guests do not have lunch on Alcatraz island) Guests will be assigned an Alcatraz Cruises ferry time to the island to go inside the main cell house. Experience the cell house audio tour and return on any boat you desire. Once back in SF guests can enjoy a same-day food credit option per person off your bill to one prechosen family chain dining restaurant located in Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square. Various food denominations cater to all crowds and food preferences! Fisherman's Wharf: (located 5-10 minutes from Alcatraz Pier 33) Bubba Gump, McCormick Kulettos (dinner only) Hard Rock Cafe Applebees Boudin Bistro Union Square: (located 15-20 minutes from Pier 33) Cheesecake Factory Morton's Fine Dining (dinner only) Mastros Fine Dining (dinner only)

    What's included

    Included

    • We will assign a random time slot to start as early as 8:40am or as late as 7pm (based on inventory)
    • Alcatraz Cell House and Audio Tour Included (non refundable value)
    • Please review restaurants prior to booking to ensure the option selected best suits your party
    • Alcatraz entry: including round trip ferry ride, entry time assigned ($45.50 value/$27 Child))
    • Food credit - Fisherman's Wharf vendor of our choosing (no special requests)

    Not included

    • Transportation from hotels
    • Guest pays all voucher excess food bill/taxes/gratuities of total bill. Expires same day
    • Guests do not choose their Alcatraz time slot nor selected food vendor

    What you'll see and do

    1. Pier 33

      The departure point where travelers board the official Alcatraz ferry. This waterfront pier offers stunning views of San Francisco Bay and serves as the gateway to America's most infamous prison island.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Alcatraz Island

      Package includes: • Round trip ferry boat access to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33 • Alcatraz self guided audio tour downloadable on your phone • No substitutions or future date use. Guests pay the difference of tip/tax/gratuity. Alcatraz will assign you a time to depart the Pier 33 Landing. You will take the short 15 minute boat road to experience Alcatraz Island. Stay as long as you would like and return on any ferry boat each half hour.  Alcatraz portion provided by a third party company as a package. Restaurant of choice is only the food provider and does not handle any guest service issues on this package. NOTE: We do not accept any requests for food (i.e Vegan/kosher/etc) and is subject only to whatever is on the menu. We will not offer refunds for any requests or items not on the menu.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    3. San Francisco Bay

      During the ferry ride, travelers enjoy panoramic water views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, and Bay Bridge. The 15-minute journey provides perfect photo opportunities of the city's iconic landmarks from a unique maritime perspective.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Fisherman’s Wharf

      After returning from Alcatraz, travelers use their food voucher at one of the waterfront restaurants in this bustling tourist district. The wharf buzzes with street performers, souvenir shops, and the famous sea lions at Pier 39.

      Pass by without stopping

    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.

    Options you can book

    • ALC + $12 Bubba Gump's Credit

      Alcatraz Bubba Gump $12 Credit: Alcatraz $12 Bubba Gump Pier 39 food credit. Same day use only. Pier 39

    • ALC + No Food Credit Included

      Alcatraz Entry with No Food : Same day assigned timed package designed for guests who want to skip their food credit and go direct to Alcatraz instead.

    • ALC + $5 Applebees Credit

      Applebees $5 Food Credit: Alcatraz Inside with $5 Applebees Food Credit for 2/$30 meals, happy hour drink/appetizer special or full menu. Same day use

    • ALC + $25 HardRock Credit

      $25 Hard Rock Cafe Pier 39 : Alcatraz Inside with $25 Food Hard Rock Cafe Pier 39 next to Alcatraz. Same Day Food Credit. Guests pay excess of bill/tip

    • ALC $25 Morton's Dinner Credit

      Mortons Union Square Dinner: $25 Dining Credit Mortons Union Square

    • ALC + $12 McCormick Kulettos

      McCormickKulettos $12 Credit : Alcatraz Inside with a $12 credit McCormick Kulettos Steaks Seafood Ghirardelli Square. Dinner location. Same day use only.

    • ALC + $12 Cheese Cake Factory

      $12 CheeseCakeFactory USquare : Alcatraz Inside with $12 Cheese Cake Factory Union Square Food Credit (located in Union Square Macy's/NOT IN WHARF)

    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
    Every day
    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
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Orders confirmed within 24 hours.: the time of Alcatraz departure time will be sent by additional email 1-2 days prior to Alcatraz date. RECHECK VIATOR EMAIL FOR ADDITIONAL ALCATRAZ VOUCHERS! Do not plan Alcatraz same day as flight.
    • No refunds; exchanges; or cancellations on any Alcatraz related item
    • No refunds based on the chosen restaraunt of the day. It is final.
    • Your Viator Voucher is not your Alcatraz admission ticket. Tickets bundles exceed market value.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 519 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    519 verified traveler reviews for Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    264
    4 star
    84
    3 star
    54
    2 star
    50
    1 star
    67
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    Ed_S · September 2026

    Victor sucks

    I booked our tour through Viator. I SPIFICALLY selected a 3:20 tour time but was notified we could show up for an earlier tour. We arrived at 12:30 and were told that we were late for our TEN TWENTY tour. We were put on " Stand By" and were told we might, or might not be able to even go on the day we booked. We stood in the Stand By line for 2 1/2 hours in the sun watching others come and go. We FINALLY were able to go on one of the last boats of the day. Victor needs to get it together. The island tour was cool but overshadowed by a mad sweat soaked beginning.

    Response from the operator: You realize that this package assigns you a time right? You realize we say it is assigned and we say we dont take requests right? We know you wanted 3:20p but we assigned you 12pm. That is the time we had that day. Imagine wanting to take an airline flight and giving them a bad review because you wanted the flight at 2pm and they ran it at 10am. Same premise.

    via Viator

    DianeAlbano · August 2026

    Family experience

    Took my three 18 year old grandkids. We all loved it.

    Response from the operator: We loved having you!

    via Tripadvisor

    antonrF8946RM · August 2026

    Tour and food were fine, but ticket delivery was SO SCARY!

    Buyer beware. I did manage to get last minute tickets using this service, but 'The Tour Store' customer service was automated in such a weird way and so unprofessionally that I could not sleep the night before! I blocked the credit card I used to buy the tickets as a precaution until the tickets actually worked. It was that freaky. Not for the faint of heart. Perhaps this is AI gone wrong? I still feel weird about it all and it's been several weeks...

    Response from the operator: You are ridiculous! You bought tickets from us at 11:50p at night when everyone was asleep! This is not 1950 where we have Betty sitting at a switch board all hours of the night connecting to your order. Of course everything is automated! Do you doubt Delta when you buy airline tickets? When we arrived to work the next morning we sent you the tickets you purchased by email and even texted them to you. Hardly scary! Your review makes you look scary! You are so traumatized that you bought tickets? Hands down our scariest customer we ever had so far!

    via Tripadvisor

    Orkhan_A · August 2026

    Bad

    It is better to buy the ticket at the ticket office; we were simply sold a ferry ticket. No one met or directed us—we just arrived to board the ferry and found out that a QR code had been sent to us, and that this QR code was actually the ferry ticket sold at the entrance.

    Response from the operator: You probably shouldn't put a review on here telling guests to show up at the pier trying to buy a ticket. It has been sold out for weeks and you found that out the hard way. It was sold out and you came to us asking to help you. We were able to get you access so you really should be five star thanking us.

    via Viator

    Connie_B · August 2026

    Wonderful experience

    It was excellent. It was a wonderful experience. Very informative. Timely and helpful with people with disabilities.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $130 to $140
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    182
    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 48

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)16
    Review evidence (18% weight)81
    Booking momentum (14% weight)78
    Value for money (12% weight)73
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit cost?

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    Prices start at $130 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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit take?

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    Plan for about 3 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 Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 519 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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    Around 182 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit 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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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    Included: We will assign a random time slot to start as early as 8:40am or as late as 7pm (based on; Alcatraz Cell House and Audio Tour Included (non refundable value); Please review restaurants prior to booking to ensure the option selected best suits your p; Alcatraz entry: including round trip ferry ride, entry time assigned ($45.50 value/$27 Chi; and Food credit - Fisherman's Wharf vendor of our choosing (no special requests). Not included: Transportation from hotels; Guest pays all voucher excess food bill/taxes/gratuities of total bill. Expires same day; and Guests do not choose their Alcatraz time slot nor selected food vendor. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit 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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit 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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit 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 Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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    Across 519 reviews averaging 3.8 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Inside Alcatraz Tour Including Fisherman's Wharf Lunch Credit?

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    There are 7 options to choose from, including ALC + $12 Bubba Gump's Credit, ALC + No Food Credit Included, ALC + $5 Applebees Credit, ALC + $25 HardRock Credit. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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