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San Francisco Alcatraz, Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour 8 hr

TourTruth score 6.1 out of 10

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129 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • San Francisco
  • 8 hrs
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among Muir Woods’ redwoods, explore Sausalito and take the ferry to Alcatraz in one day.

About this tour

See San Francisco’s landmark sights and coastal landscapes in one day on this Alcatraz, Muir Woods and Sausalito tour. Start with a narrated drive across the Golden Gate Bridge, with a stop to capture views and photos. Continue through Marin County to Muir Woods National Monument, where towering coastal redwoods create a striking change of pace from the city.

Next, enjoy time in Sausalito, known for its waterfront views, galleries, souvenir shops and seafood restaurants. Your guide then brings you to Pier 33 for the ferry to Alcatraz. Explore the island at your own pace with an audio guide, then return by ferry to the pier. The 8-hour outing combines guided transport, time among the redwoods and independent visits to two of the area’s best-known destinations. Hotel pickup, bottled water and the listed entrance and ferry tickets are included. Alcatraz tickets booked at the last minute are subject to availability.

Choose this San Francisco Alcatraz, Muir Woods and Sausalito tour for a varied day of bridge views, forest trails and island history. Book ahead to plan your visit.

Highlights

  • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and stop for photos
  • Walk among the giant coastal redwoods of Muir Woods
  • Take in waterfront views and browse Sausalito
  • Ride the ferry to Alcatraz and explore the island

What's included

Included

  • Muir Woods National Monument entrance fee ($15)
  • Free time on Alcatraz Island
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Official Alcatraz ticket and ferry ride ($47.95)
  • Hotel pickup
  • Alcatraz audio guide

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Pickup after the Alcatraz tour

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Important information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Maximum of 14 people per booking; minimum of 3 people required
  • Bus narration is in English; Muir Woods flyers are available in English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin
  • Alcatraz audio guides are available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Mandarin
  • Alcatraz tickets booked at the last minute are subject to availability
  • Meeting point: 100 Grant at Geary

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 8 hours.

What languages are available?

Bus narration is in English. Muir Woods flyers and Alcatraz audio guides are available in multiple languages.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup is included. Pickup after the Alcatraz tour is not included.

How many people can join?

Bookings require at least 3 people and are capped at 14.

Are Alcatraz tickets guaranteed?

Last-minute Alcatraz tickets are subject to availability.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.52 on Viator and 4.56 on GetYourGuide. 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.

How the score works and rating distribution in San Francisco
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.1.

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