Alcatraz reveals stories of American incarceration, justice, and our common humanity. This small island was once a fort, a military prison, and a …
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Dec 10, 2024
I last visited 46 years ago and remember it as a fascinating place- has been updated with great exhibits about Native American sit in and the place of prisons in our society. A must see. Full review by Lorna D
Dec 1, 2024
We went on the night tour and it was fabulous. We had one person using a cane, so she got to ride on the small bus to the top. ALL the tour people were great!! I would recommend it to anybody! Ou… Full review by Laurie P
Nov 26, 2024
Our favourite experience in san francisco. Really good, fascinating, and very interesting book tickets online and opt for first ferry, when island less busy. Full review by GJ730
One person in our group has mobility issues. How much walking is needed for the tour? Are there hills to walk up or stairs? Also, is getting on and off the boat difficult?
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There is a ramp to get on and off the ferry. There is a tram that you can get on at the dock that will transport you up to the cell house and back down again. The ferry boards those with …
There is a ramp to get on and off the ferry. There is a tram that you can get on at the dock that will transport you up to the cell house and back down again. The ferry boards those with mobility needs.
Hi, we want to do the Alcatraz tour. Is it best to do the day tour, the night tour or is what you see - make it worth doing both?
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We only did the day tour which was great, basically stay as long as you want and get the boat back when your ready as you are free to roam the jail and the island.
Hi, how much was the behind the scenes tour please?
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My husband and grown kids did the Behind the Scenes when we were there in May. It was about $100-ish each, but they said it was well worth it. My daughter and I did the regular …
My husband and grown kids did the Behind the Scenes when we were there in May. It was about $100-ish each, but they said it was well worth it. My daughter and I did the regular Cellhouse Tour and that was great, but the others saw so much more cool stuff and had their own NPS tour guide.
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Where and when can I see The Big Lockup exhibit on my visit?
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The Big Lock Up is a permanent exhibit installed in the 900 sq. ft. former Band Practice Room in the Cell House. This optional exhibit experience is located...
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