Escape from the Rock Boat Tour

See San Francisco's most iconic landmark on this boat tour: Alcatraz Island!

About the Escape from the Rock Boat Tour

The Escape from the Rock Boat tour is your best alternative when Alcatraz tours sell out. Board the boat at Pier 39 and sail past the famous sea lions into the bay. After the boat sails under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge it will circle Alcatraz island, so you can have a good look at every angle of the mysterious island. And with the sound effects and stories about famous prisoners such as Al Capone, Billy Cook the Killer and Clyde Johnson's famous escape attempt, you get a clear picture of what life was like in the maximum security prison. After this tour you will understand why the island was America's most feared institution!

Why buy online tickets?

• It's fast, easy and you get the best price
• Your spot is guaranteed, experience a hassle free trip
• You will receive your voucher by e-mail, print it

The tour includes 

• A narrated tour about Alcatraz
• Ferry journey around Alcatraz with audio guide in 9 languages. Bring a device that can connect to WiFi
• Binoculars for the children (5 to 11 years)

Important information

• Vouchers for your Bay Cruise Adventure are valid for any of the departure times on the day of the booking
• Departure times: Monday - Friday at 11:30 AM
  Friday - Sunday and holidays at 11:30 AM and 3:45 PM (Labor Day November 29, January 1 and President's Day February 17)
  November 28 and December 25 closed
• Duration: approximately 1.5 hours
• Children 0-4 years free
• Child rate: valid for children from 5-11 years
• Audio languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese
• Please bring your own Wi-Fi device for the audio tour
• Tips and access to Alcatraz are not included
• Redeem your printed voucher at Gray Line Ticket Office 2800 Leavenworth St., San Francisco, CA 94133 or 478 Post St before boarding at the boat 
• Please make sure you arrive at the departure point 30 minutes in advance
• Departure point: Pier 41 Marine Terminal, San Francisco, CA 94133