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Alcatraz Day Tour plus Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour
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This is a criminally perfect combination tour package! Take an easy 1-hour walk, while absorbing historical background on the city by the bay - along with lots of tidbits about city quirks, tours, discounts, attractions, & great neighborhoods to visit (touristy & non-touristy). Then it's off to Alcatraz, with a chance to go inside the cells and feel the cold & dark life firsthand. During the award-winning 45-minute cell house audio headset tour you'll learn of escape attempts, riots, bizarre characters, & much more. Displays include prison life, guard controls, and how Frank Morris & 2 others made their infamous “Escape From Alcatraz.” • Tour the prison yard • Free video history • Audio Tour with sound effects, interviews with prisoners & guards, & historic details • Audio available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian & Spanish • Bookstore with info in many languages • Plus exhibits, Park Ranger talks, vista points, gardens
Departure Point
- Near the blue awning on Jones St, tickets are distributed 10:15-10:45am.
Walk Tour = 10:45-11:45am.
After 12:00pm, meet here again or call for Wharf delivery. ANTICIPATE 20 min. walk, Jones to Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing. Connect with us at least 45 min. before Alcatraz time. WhatsApp calls ok.
- The Alcatraz Island ferry and inside the prison tour components for this package begin and end at Alcatraz Landing, Pier 33, San Francisco at your designated tour time.
Return Details
- We end the Walking Tour at Pier 39 at about 11:45am. It is a 6-10 minute walk from the front of Pier 39 to Pier 33. Plan to be at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, 20-30 minutes early for your afternoon departure.
- The Alcatraz Island ferry and inside the prison tour components for this package begin and end at Alcatraz Landing, Pier 33, San Francisco at your designated tour time.
Duration
1 hour - 6 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - German
- Audio guide - Russian
- Audio guide - Korean
- Audio guide - Portuguese
- Audio guide - Mandarin
- Audio guide - Japanese
- Audio guide - English
- Human tour guide - English
- Audio guide - Italian
- Audio guide - French
- Audio guide - Dutch
- Audio guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Fisherman’s Wharf
San Francisco, California
We start where the old fishing boats are docked... Where the Italian-American fishing history, DiMaggio's Restaurant, and The Bushman have all come and gone.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Al Scoma Way
Al Scoma Way, San Francisco, CA 94133
We take a small detour out to get some nice cityscape and back-of-the-wharf views, while seeing and learning about the Fisherman's Chapel and Scoma's - renowned old-school Italian restaurant that's always in style.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fisherman’s Wharf
San Francisco, California
We double back past our starting point and stop by the iconic ship's wheel sign marking the heart of the area along with the steamed crab vendors and more classic Italian seafood restaurants.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Musee Mecanique
Pier 45, Fishermen's Wharf, foot of Taylor Street, San Francisco, California
This fun spot has "one of the world's largest privately-owned collections of coin-operated mechanical musical instruments and antique arcade artifacts." We stop long enough for you to play a game or two, so that you'll want to come back later!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: USS Pampanito
45 Pier, , San Francisco, California
We'll make another slight detour to stroll on by this historic WWII submarine.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Boudin at the Wharf
160 Jefferson St, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, California
Then we take a zig zag to let you see and smell the original and world-famous San Francisco sourdough. If you want to pick up a loaf, we'll ask that you only do so if the store is not too crowded (which it often is). Or simply plan on coming back!
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Pier 43 Ferry Arch
Pier 43 Ferry Arch, San Francisco, California
Historical Landmark
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Sea Lion Center
203 Pier 39 Concourse, The Embarcadero at Beach Street, San Francisco, California
At the outer edge of Pier 39, we make another multi-sensory detour -- to see, hear, and smell! the California sea lions.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pier 39
Beach Street & The Embarcadero, San Francisco, California
As "the premiere entertainment destination" at the Wharf, Pier 39 has all kinds of restaurants, shops, and family attractions - including a carousel, street performer shows, a mirror maze and a lot more... We end the tour here - just a 5 minute walk to Pier 33. You'll have time for a quick lunch, or you may want to come back here or another Wharf spot for a less hurried meal.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pier 33
San Francisco, California
You will walk on your own from Pier 39 to Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing. We typically have late date Alcatraz departures, so you should have plenty of time for sightseeing and/or lunch before heading to Pier 33. Be on time (30 minutes early) to take the ferry out to Alcatraz!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Alcatraz Island
San Francisco, California
Once it is time for your Alcatraz trip, the round trip ferry & tour of the island (including going inside the prison with the award winning audio tour) typically takes 3 hours. Your pace may be a bit faster or slower, which could shorten or lengthen your stay, as boats return from the island every 30 minutes.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: The date & time you choose is the departure of your Alcatraz Tour
- Round-trip ferry from Pier 33, San Francisco to Alcatraz Island (45.25 Value)
- Alcatraz tickets distributed by guide at Jones St spot; 1 hr in am, or by delivery to Wharf area.
Redemption Instructions
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
ALCATRAZ DEPARTURE is the time listed on your booking.
This is 2 tours from 2 different locations.
•• CALL US FOR ANY ISSUES ••
WhatsApp ok.
ALCATRAZ TICKET PICK-UP VARIES BY DATE
• June 29, 2024 – Sept 2, 2024 •
Go to 2840 Jones Street. This is a friend’s information kiosk.
In summer, we distribute Alcatraz tix & meet for our walking tour here.
Option 1. Alcatraz tickets given out at kiosk 10:15am - 10:45am. If you miss the walking tour, you can still go to Alcatraz. Just get your tickets per options 2 or 3.
Option 2. Alcatraz tickets also given out here 12:00 onward
Option 3. CALL US for (possible, but NOT GUARANTEED) Wharf Area delivery
If we are away, agent at 2820 Jones St. can help, but it gets busy. You can always call us directly.
ANTICIPATE a 20-min. walk from 2840 Jones St to Pier 33, Alcatraz.
Connect with us at least 45 min. before the Alcatraz time shown on your email-voucher.
Plan be at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, 30 minutes before departure. Boats leave on time.
In summer, ALCATRAZ CRUISES WILL NOT HAVE YOUR TICKETS, you must get them from us.
• June 15-28 2024
• Sept 3, 2024 & later
Bring voucher & a Government Issued Photo ID (for all persons over age 18) to Pier 33. Go to Will Call window at least 30 minutes before set departure & state the person listed on this booking. Say that you purchased from DiscoverTown Tours.
FOR ANYONE AGE 18+, TICKETS ONLY RELEASED WITH A VALID PHOTO ID.
Be at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, 30 minutes before your departure. Boats leave on time.
Anticipate a round trip of 3 hours.
FOR THE WALKING TOUR:
Be at 2820 Jones Street by 10:15-10:40am. The walk itself will go to about 11:45, ending at Pier 39 – the shopping, eating, and attraction site. This is about a 6-minute walk to Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the DiscoverTown Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
This is a criminally perfect combination tour package! Take an easy 1-hour walk, while absorbing historical background on the city by the bay - along with lots of tidbits about city quirks, tours, discounts, attractions, & great neighborhoods to visit (touristy & non-touristy). Then it's off to Alcatraz, with a chance to go inside the cells and feel the cold & dark life firsthand. During the award-winning 45-minute cell house audio headset tour you'll learn of escape attempts, riots, bizarre characters, & much more. Displays include prison life, guard controls, and how Frank Morris & 2 others made their infamous “Escape From Alcatraz.” • Tour the prison yard • Free video history • Audio Tour with sound effects, interviews with prisoners & guards, & historic details • Audio available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian & Spanish • Bookstore with info in many languages • Plus exhibits, Park Ranger talks, vista points, gardens
Departure Point
- Near the blue awning on Jones St, tickets are distributed 10:15-10:45am.
Walk Tour = 10:45-11:45am.
After 12:00pm, meet here again or call for Wharf delivery. ANTICIPATE 20 min. walk, Jones to Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing. Connect with us at least 45 min. before Alcatraz time. WhatsApp calls ok.
- The Alcatraz Island ferry and inside the prison tour components for this package begin and end at Alcatraz Landing, Pier 33, San Francisco at your designated tour time.
Return Details
- We end the Walking Tour at Pier 39 at about 11:45am. It is a 6-10 minute walk from the front of Pier 39 to Pier 33. Plan to be at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, 20-30 minutes early for your afternoon departure.
- The Alcatraz Island ferry and inside the prison tour components for this package begin and end at Alcatraz Landing, Pier 33, San Francisco at your designated tour time.
Duration
1 hour - 6 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - German
- Audio guide - Russian
- Audio guide - Korean
- Audio guide - Portuguese
- Audio guide - Mandarin
- Audio guide - Japanese
- Audio guide - English
- Human tour guide - English
- Audio guide - Italian
- Audio guide - French
- Audio guide - Dutch
- Audio guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Fisherman’s Wharf
San Francisco, California
We start where the old fishing boats are docked... Where the Italian-American fishing history, DiMaggio's Restaurant, and The Bushman have all come and gone.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Al Scoma Way
Al Scoma Way, San Francisco, CA 94133
We take a small detour out to get some nice cityscape and back-of-the-wharf views, while seeing and learning about the Fisherman's Chapel and Scoma's - renowned old-school Italian restaurant that's always in style.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Fisherman’s Wharf
San Francisco, California
We double back past our starting point and stop by the iconic ship's wheel sign marking the heart of the area along with the steamed crab vendors and more classic Italian seafood restaurants.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Musee Mecanique
Pier 45, Fishermen's Wharf, foot of Taylor Street, San Francisco, California
This fun spot has "one of the world's largest privately-owned collections of coin-operated mechanical musical instruments and antique arcade artifacts." We stop long enough for you to play a game or two, so that you'll want to come back later!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: USS Pampanito
45 Pier, , San Francisco, California
We'll make another slight detour to stroll on by this historic WWII submarine.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Boudin at the Wharf
160 Jefferson St, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, California
Then we take a zig zag to let you see and smell the original and world-famous San Francisco sourdough. If you want to pick up a loaf, we'll ask that you only do so if the store is not too crowded (which it often is). Or simply plan on coming back!
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Pier 43 Ferry Arch
Pier 43 Ferry Arch, San Francisco, California
Historical Landmark
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Sea Lion Center
203 Pier 39 Concourse, The Embarcadero at Beach Street, San Francisco, California
At the outer edge of Pier 39, we make another multi-sensory detour -- to see, hear, and smell! the California sea lions.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pier 39
Beach Street & The Embarcadero, San Francisco, California
As "the premiere entertainment destination" at the Wharf, Pier 39 has all kinds of restaurants, shops, and family attractions - including a carousel, street performer shows, a mirror maze and a lot more... We end the tour here - just a 5 minute walk to Pier 33. You'll have time for a quick lunch, or you may want to come back here or another Wharf spot for a less hurried meal.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pier 33
San Francisco, California
You will walk on your own from Pier 39 to Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing. We typically have late date Alcatraz departures, so you should have plenty of time for sightseeing and/or lunch before heading to Pier 33. Be on time (30 minutes early) to take the ferry out to Alcatraz!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Alcatraz Island
San Francisco, California
Once it is time for your Alcatraz trip, the round trip ferry & tour of the island (including going inside the prison with the award winning audio tour) typically takes 3 hours. Your pace may be a bit faster or slower, which could shorten or lengthen your stay, as boats return from the island every 30 minutes.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: The date & time you choose is the departure of your Alcatraz Tour
- Round-trip ferry from Pier 33, San Francisco to Alcatraz Island (45.25 Value)
- Alcatraz tickets distributed by guide at Jones St spot; 1 hr in am, or by delivery to Wharf area.
Redemption Instructions
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
ALCATRAZ DEPARTURE is the time listed on your booking.
This is 2 tours from 2 different locations.
•• CALL US FOR ANY ISSUES ••
WhatsApp ok.
ALCATRAZ TICKET PICK-UP VARIES BY DATE
• June 29, 2024 – Sept 2, 2024 •
Go to 2840 Jones Street. This is a friend’s information kiosk.
In summer, we distribute Alcatraz tix & meet for our walking tour here.
Option 1. Alcatraz tickets given out at kiosk 10:15am - 10:45am. If you miss the walking tour, you can still go to Alcatraz. Just get your tickets per options 2 or 3.
Option 2. Alcatraz tickets also given out here 12:00 onward
Option 3. CALL US for (possible, but NOT GUARANTEED) Wharf Area delivery
If we are away, agent at 2820 Jones St. can help, but it gets busy. You can always call us directly.
ANTICIPATE a 20-min. walk from 2840 Jones St to Pier 33, Alcatraz.
Connect with us at least 45 min. before the Alcatraz time shown on your email-voucher.
Plan be at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, 30 minutes before departure. Boats leave on time.
In summer, ALCATRAZ CRUISES WILL NOT HAVE YOUR TICKETS, you must get them from us.
• June 15-28 2024
• Sept 3, 2024 & later
Bring voucher & a Government Issued Photo ID (for all persons over age 18) to Pier 33. Go to Will Call window at least 30 minutes before set departure & state the person listed on this booking. Say that you purchased from DiscoverTown Tours.
FOR ANYONE AGE 18+, TICKETS ONLY RELEASED WITH A VALID PHOTO ID.
Be at Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, 30 minutes before your departure. Boats leave on time.
Anticipate a round trip of 3 hours.
FOR THE WALKING TOUR:
Be at 2820 Jones Street by 10:15-10:40am. The walk itself will go to about 11:45, ending at Pier 39 – the shopping, eating, and attraction site. This is about a 6-minute walk to Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the DiscoverTown Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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