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San Francisco Alcatraz Visit and Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour

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  • San Francisco
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Alcatraz with a multilingual audio tour, then ride coastal paths from Fisherman’s Wharf toward the Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito.

About this tour

See San Francisco from two memorable perspectives: the storied grounds of Alcatraz and the waterfront roads leading toward the Golden Gate Bridge. This two-day experience pairs an official island visit with a guided bike ride to Sausalito.

On your selected date, depart Pier 33 by ferry for Alcatraz. Explore at your own pace with the award-winning audio tour, available in 10 languages. Ferries return to the city every 30–40 minutes, so you can choose when to leave the island, subject to the final departure time.

The following day, meet your local guide in Fisherman’s Wharf for an 8-mile ride along the National Park Bike Path. Follow coastal routes toward the Golden Gate Bridge, pausing for scenic views and photos before finishing in downtown Sausalito. Your booking also includes a full-day bike rental after the guided tour, giving you time to keep exploring. You can return to San Francisco by ferry for an additional fee.

With Alcatraz admission, ferry travel, a multilingual audio tour, and a guided coastal ride arranged across two days, this San Francisco Alcatraz visit and Golden Gate Bridge bike tour makes it easy to experience the city’s landmark sights. Bring your photo ID, dress in layers, and get ready to explore by land and sea.

Highlights

  • Explore Alcatraz with an award-winning self-guided audio tour
  • Ride coastal paths from Fisherman’s Wharf toward the Golden Gate Bridge
  • Take in scenic viewpoints and photo stops on the way to Sausalito
  • Continue riding after the guided tour with a full-day bike rental

What's included

Included

  • Round-trip ferry and Alcatraz admission ticket
  • Alcatraz self-guided audio tour in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean
  • 3-hour guided bike tour with a local guide
  • Helmet, lock, and map
  • Full-day bike rental after the tour
  • Self-guided audio walking tour available in multiple languages

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Optional tour guide gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Optional midway bike drop-off fee
  • Ferry tickets from Sausalito to San Francisco
  • Optional electric bike upgrade: $45

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Important information

  • Alcatraz visit takes place on the date selected at booking; the date cannot be changed after booking
  • The bike tour is scheduled for the day after the Alcatraz visit
  • All travelers’ first and last names are required at booking
  • A government-issued photo ID is required for each traveler to board the Alcatraz ferry and collect tickets at Pier 33
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  • Bring the Alcatraz voucher and valid photo IDs to Pier 33 to collect tickets
  • The Alcatraz departure time is provided after booking confirmation; ferries leave the island every 30–40 minutes, with the last ferry usually at 6:30 p.m.
  • The Alcatraz audio tour lasts 2.5–3 hours
  • The bike tour starts in Fisherman’s Wharf and ends in downtown Sausalito
  • Arrive at 2661 Taylor Street at least 45 minutes before the bike tour
  • Bike tour departure is at 10:00 a.m. year-round or 2:00 p.m. from March through September
  • A credit card and ID, one per party, are required for a security deposit
  • Helmets are provided and recommended; infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Comfortable clothes and shoes, water, and sunscreen are recommended; dress in layers for changing weather
  • Ferry tickets from Sausalito to San Francisco are not included

Frequently asked questions

When is the bike tour scheduled?

The guided bike tour is reserved for the day after your Alcatraz visit.

How long is the bike tour?

The guided ride covers 8 miles and lasts up to 3 hours.

Where does the bike tour start and end?

It starts in Fisherman’s Wharf and ends in downtown Sausalito.

Can I return to San Francisco by ferry from Sausalito?

Yes, but the ferry from Sausalito to San Francisco is not included and requires an extra fee.

What do I need to board the Alcatraz ferry?

Each traveler needs a government-issued photo ID. Bring the Alcatraz voucher and valid IDs to collect tickets at Pier 33.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.40 on Viator (GetYourGuide shows no usable rating). Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.3.

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