Alcatraz Night Tour
The Alcatraz Night Tour allows you to have a unique nighttime visit to Alcatraz Island. Enjoy the place’s hidden stories and chilling history under the moonlight (Peaceful, isn’t it?). With limited tickets and expert guides, this night tour gives you a dramatic and literally unforgettable experience. Book your Alcatraz tickets now (spots fill quickly for this wonderful evening adventure!).
What’s Included in Your Alcatraz Night Tour
Well, you probably already know, Alcatraz is one of the most famous prisons in the world. It’s located on an island in San Francisco Bay.
It once held America’s most dangerous criminals and is now a top tourist destination. Well, for your tour, here is the information. After the validation process of the e-ticket, the trip to this interesting island includes the following:
- Ferry trip from Pier 33: The captain takes the boat around the island so you can enjoy the night views before landing.
- Live narration: Hear stories about Alcatraz’s history, escape attempts, and famous attractions there.
- Cellhouse Audio Tour: Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean.
- Access to special areas (available for night only): Visit the hospital wing, secret cell blocks, Civil War buildings, gardens, and lighthouse remains.
- Evening programs: Get to know about guard life, escape attempts, and historic prisoners (just a night offer).
- Smaller groups: Fewer guests are allowed at night shift. It’s your chance for a really close and peaceful experience.
- Amazing photo spots: Capture classy pics of San Francisco’s skyline and the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset or under the stars.
- Flexible return times: Stay on the island until the last ferry, usually around 9:25 PM.
- Exhibit entry: Includes “The Big Lockup” and the New Industries Building.
Alcatraz Night Tour
03:00 hours
Tue-Sat, 3:50 PM or 4:45 PM
Why Choose Us
Night Tour Access
Guaranteed Alcatraz Night tour tickets (no hidden fees)
Instant Booking
Easy online booking with quick confirmation
Scenic Ferry Ride
Comfortable ferries with panoramic Bay views in the Moonlight
Expert Commentary
Expert guides for a richer Alcatraz Island tour
Flexible Schedule
Flexible departure times from Pier 33
Trusted Experience
Fan-favourite tours trusted by thousands of travellers
What Our Customers Say
We take pride in serving our customers with the best experience. Read what they say about alcatraz island tour.
I didn’t expect to love it this much. Walking through the old prison blocks with real voices in your ears felt surreal. The stories felt so real.
Emily Johnson
Travel Blogger
Did the Alcatraz island tour with my family, even the kids were hooked. The audio tour was wild — hearing real prisoner stories was insane. Plus, those views of San Francisco? unexplainable…
Rachel Adams
Parent & Explorer
Honestly, one of the few tourist traps across the world worth visiting. 100%, the audio tour is really cool, like seriously great… best view of the city and bridge.
Chris Martin
Backpacker
Booked the Alcatraz day tour with my friends and it was crazy good. The ferry ride was smooth, the views were lit awesome, and walking inside the old prison gave me actual chills. Totally worth it!
Olivia Perez
College Student
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Alcatraz Night Tour depart?
The Alcatraz night tour leaves around 5:55 PM to 6:30 PM. Exact timing basically depends on the season. But yeah, do check your Alcatraz night tour tickets and try to arrive even before the time.
On which days is the Night Tour available?
Night time tour of Alcatraz runs Tuesday to Saturday. There are no Alcatraz night tours on Sundays and Mondays.
How long is the Alcatraz Night Tour?
The Alcatraz Island night tour takes 2-3 hours. Ferries return by 9:30 PM or 10:00 PM. It depends on the schedule. Although the tour normally lasts for 2-3 hours, but you can enjoy it there till the last ferry departure time (normally 9:30 PM). Do keep in mind, no overnight stays are allowed.
How many people are on the Night Tour?
Night tour of Alcatraz has limited tickets, about 700 people per night, which is far fewer than daytime tours.
What is included in the Alcatraz Night Tour?
Alcatraz night tour includes ferry trip (complete, to and from), cellhouse audio tour, special programs, guided talks, and evening access to special places like the hospital wing, secret cell blocks, Civil War buildings, gardens (which are not included in the day tour).
Do I need to book the Alcatraz Night Tour in advance?
Yeah, mostly. Tours often sell out days or even weeks ahead, especially during summer and holiday periods. We suggest you reserve tickets in advance so you don't miss this amazing tour of Alcatraz.
How long should I plan for the full visit?
To fully benefit from the Alcartraz Island night tour, you should plan for approximately 4 hours. This will give you time to explore indoor and outdoor spaces like Eagle Plaza, the Recreation Yard, the Sallyport, and the Rose Garden etc.
How often do ferries run and what are the departure times?
Ferries run every 30 to 40 minutes. Schedules may vary slightly by season. The time duration for a night tour is, like, from 5:55pm, 6:30pm, and 7:05pm on Tuesdays - Saturdays, and for the Alcatraz day tour, the time is about 8:40 AM to 3:50 PM.
Can I stay on the island as long as I like?
You can remain on the island as long as you like until the last scheduled return ferry. But yeah, overnight stays are not allowed.
Is food available on the island?
There is no food service on Alcatraz itself. However, you can carry your snacks with you in designated areas. Food is available at Pier 33 before departure. Alcohols are not allowed, as they sell on the ferry return.
Is the audio tour included, and in what languages?
Yeah! The audio tour is included in the ticket and is available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Dutch, and Portuguese.
How many tickets can one person purchase at once?
A person can buy up to 8 tickets. Tickets for the Alcatraz night tour can be purchased per person. Group reservations for the Alcatraz tour for more than 8 require special arrangements. You can contact us for this.
An Incredible Alcatraz Island Tour
*Visit Alcatraz by ferry and experience the place's history on our Alcatraz tour. Cast real voices of former prisoners and guards bring the award-winning audio tour alive as you explore prison cells. Experience the Cold War in the cellhouse, and enjoy gorgeous vistas of San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. Along with your Alcatraz tickets, you’ll have access to the whole museum and hear unprecedented tales on both the day and evening tours. Note that we are a private booking company. Contact us anytime if confused anywhere.
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