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San Francisco Private City and Alcatraz Tour 8 hr

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  • San Francisco
  • 8 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore San Francisco with a private guide, then take the included ferry to Alcatraz for a full day of city sights and island history.

About this tour

See San Francisco’s city sights and island history on a private full-day outing with a local guide. Your guide and driver pick you up at your hotel or another chosen location in San Francisco, then you explore the city by private vehicle for the first four hours. With a private guide alongside you for the full eight-hour tour, you can take in the city’s highlights before continuing to the waterfront.

At Pier 39, your driver leaves and you board the included round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island, with admission tickets included. After your visit, return by ferry to Pier 39, where your guide says goodbye. Plan your own transportation back to your hotel from there. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included.

This San Francisco Private City and Alcatraz Tour pairs a guided city visit with time to explore the island. Book your San Francisco tour for a convenient way to experience both in one day.

Highlights

  • Explore San Francisco with a private local guide
  • See city highlights during a four-hour private vehicle tour
  • Ride the ferry to Alcatraz with tickets included
  • Finish your city tour at Pier 39 before visiting the island

What's included

Included

  • Private vehicle with driver for the first 4 hours
  • Private official tour guide for 8 hours
  • Local taxes
  • Pickup from a hotel or chosen location in San Francisco
  • Drop-off at Pier 39
  • Round-trip ferry between San Francisco and Alcatraz Island
  • Alcatraz tickets

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The driver is available for the first 4 hours and leaves after dropping you at Pier 39
  • After returning from Alcatraz, you will be dropped off at Pier 39 and must arrange your own return to your hotel

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 8 hours. The private vehicle and driver are available for the first 4 hours.

Is the tour private?

Yes. The tour includes a private guide and a private vehicle with driver for the first 4 hours.

Are Alcatraz ferry tickets included?

Yes. Round-trip ferry transportation and Alcatraz tickets are included.

Where does the tour end?

The driver drops you off at Pier 39 before the Alcatraz visit. After returning to Pier 39, you must arrange your own transportation back to your hotel.

Is the tour suitable for infants?

Infants must sit on an adult’s lap. The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

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