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Alcatraz Island

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Uncover history at Alcatraz Island, located in San Francisco Bay. The island may be small, but there are plenty of secrets to discover within the walls of the former federal prison (once home to Al Capone) located on the island. Hop on a cruise to access Alcatraz Island if you are up for the spooks, experience the island at night on a guided tour!

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Address: , San Francisco, CA 94133

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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 24-Hours Discover Ticket

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Adult (13+)

$57.35

$59.00

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Child (3 - 12)

$47.63

$49.00

final price

Includes 24-hours of hop-on, hop-off bus tour access.

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Hop on board a Big Bus Sightseeing Tour of the ‘City by the Bay’ and experience the best views of its distinctive landmarks and delve into its fascinating history. You can explore San Francisco’s famous landmarks; from the Golden Gate Bridge to Fishermans Wharf. This really is the best way to discover all that San Francisco has to offer. This unique city tour stops at 17 key points of interest all around spectacular San Francisco. Experience the diverse culture, beautiful parks, stunning architecture, and picturesque views atop an open-air bus. Hop on or Hop off at your leisure to create your own customized journey around the city.

With your Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 24-Hours Discover Ticket, you'll experience the following highlights:

24-Hours of Hop-on, Hop-off access to one (1) route, San Francisco City Tour - Day Loop.
See all of the top San Francisco landmarks including Lombard Street, Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies, Little Italy, and the Embarcadero.
17 stops conveniently located close to key attractions* including Japanese Tea Garden, Maritime Museum, Pier 39, Palace of Fine Arts, and Opera House.
Pre-recorded commentary.
Free ‘Big Bus Tours’ App with Bus Tracking.

SAN FRANCISCO CITY TOUR - DAY LOOP STOPS:

STOP 1: Big Bus Visitors' Center (99 Jefferson Street)
STOP 2: Columbus/Ghirardelli Square (North Point - in front of the Hotel Caza)
STOP 3: North Beach/Chinatown (621 Columbus Avenue - bus stop on NW corner of Union & Columbus)
STOP 4: Embarcadero Center (Clay Street - between Battery & Front Streets)
STOP 5: Ferry Building (1 Market Street - between Steuart & Spear Streets)
STOP 6: Union Square South (280 Geary Street - opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)
STOP 7: Hilton Hotel (Mason Street, between O'Farrell and Ellis Streets - outside Hilton Hotel entrance)
STOP 8: Civic Center (350 McCallister Street - white zone outside Earl Warren Building)
STOP 9: Nob Hill (1500 Van Ness Avenue - in front of Holiday Inn Golden Gateway)
STOP 10: Marina/Cow Hollow (2101 Lombard Street - SW corner of Lombard and Fillmore Streets)
STOP 11: South Vista Point/Golden Gate Bridge (South Vista Point, San Francisco, CA 94129 - lookout parking area off-highway)
STOP 12: North Vista Point/Golden Gate Bridge (North Vista Point, Sausalito, CA 94965 - lookout parking area off-highway)
STOP 13: Palace of Fine Arts (211 Richardson Avenue - bus stop on NW corner of Richardson Avenue and Francisco Street)
STOP 14: Marina/Cow Hollow (2101 Lombard Street - SW corner of Lombard and Fillmore Streets)
STOP 15: Lombard Street (1599 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA 94123 - outside Buena Vista Motor Inn near the corner with Gough Street)
STOP 16: Pier 35/Cruise Terminal (1454 The Embarcadero - outside Pier 35 cruise terminal entrance)
STOP 17: Pier 39 (The Embarcadero, bus stop outside the entrance to Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf)

* Admission to various museums and attractions along the bus route are not included in this ticket.
** First Bus and Last Bus times vary based on season and are subject to change.

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Blockout Dates

December 25

Redemption

Redeem your E-Ticket at any Big Bus stop. Simply show your E-Ticket to the bus driver or a member of staff at the stop and get hoppin'!

The Frog Family recommends redeeming your E-Ticket at:

STOP 1: Big Bus Visitor's Center (99 Jefferson Street)

Availability

Daily.

San Francisco City Tour - Day Loop:

First Bus: 10:00 a.m.* from STOP 1: Big Bus Tours Visitor Center (99 Jefferson Street)
Last Bus: 5:00 p.m.* at STOP 1: Big Bus Tours Visitor Center (99 Jefferson Street)
Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)
Bus Frequency: Every 15 Minutes

* First Bus and Last Bus times vary based on season and are subject to change.

Refund Policy

To be eligible for a refund, E-Ticket must be unused, not expired, and returned at least 24 hours prior to your selected redemption date. Once verified with the vendor that they are unused, 95% of the item(s) total will be refunded. Yup, we are friendly frogs. The 5% fee will cover the delivery, handling and the processing fees associated with accepting payment and fulfilling the order. Expired E-tickets, used E-tickets, or any E-ticket not currently sold on this site are non-refundable.

Expiration

E-ticket expires upon redemption. If unused, ticket expires in full 14 days from selected redemption date

Adult (13+)

$57.35

$59.00

final price

Child (3 - 12)

$47.63

$49.00

final price

Save $7

vs. gate price

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Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 24-Hours Discover Ticket

Save $7

vs. Adult gate price

Adult (13+)

$57.35

$59.00

final price

Child (3 - 12)

$47.63

$49.00

final price

Includes 24-hours of hop-on, hop-off bus tour access.