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Skyline Sightseeing: Alcatraz and 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Details

Hop on board and see all of the major sites of San Francisco with one incredible ticket. This valuable package includes a tour to Alcatraz Island, the 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off pass as well as the Alcatraz Island Tour.

Visit Alcatraz by ferry and take the award-winning self-guided audio tour while roaming around the infamous prison island. Plus, hop on the bus and explore Downtown San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and much more during the Hop-On Hop-Off Official City Tour at your leisure for two (2) days. Don't froget in the evening to enjoy the breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline from the open-top Double Decker bus and a ride across the sparkling Bay Bridge.

With the Skyline Sightseeing: Alcatraz and 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket, you'll experience the following highlights:
  • Alcatraz Island Tour (includes ferry ride + self-guided audio tour in many languages).
  • Visit all major sights of San Francisco, including the EmbarcaderoFerry Building, Union Square, City Hall, North Beach, the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Park, and so much more!
  • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on an open-top bus.
  • Enjoy two (2) days of hop-on hop-off access to the Official City Tour.
  • Live commentary or multilingual audio tour in various languages.

Attractions You'll Experience

Product Types

  • Boat Tour
  • Bus Tour
  • Self-Guided Tour
  • Sightseeing
  • Redemption

    Alcatraz Island Tour:
    Once you've completed your booking with Undercover Tourist, the supplier (Skyline Sightseeing) requires guests to redeem their voucher by online check-in at least 72 hours prior to departure to retrieve your tickets (instructions provided on voucher).

    IMPORTANT: This voucher will NOT be accepted by Alcatraz Cruises at Pier 33.

    PLEASE NOTE: Alcatraz Tour departure times are automatically allocated and cannot be changed. We suggest to keep your day flexible until you receive your confirmed departure time after checking in online. No refunds will be given for no-shows or missed ferry departures. You can start the Hop-On Hop-Off tour at any time. The busses run frequently throughout the day.

    Hop-On Hop-Off Tour / Night Tour:
    Please redeem this voucher at 99 Jefferson Street (at the corner of Mason Street), San Francisco, CA 94133.

    Availability

    Operating Days:
    Daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year’s Day).

    Operating Hours:
    • Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, busses run every 30-60 minutes
    • Alcatraz Island Tour: exact departure time will be provided upon reconfirming your tour with the operator

    Duration:

    • Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: approx. 2 hours (if staying on the bus for an entire loop)
    • San Francisco Night Tour: approx. 60-90 minutes
    • Alcatraz Island Tour: it varies and it depends on how much time is spent on the island; an average visit takes about 3-4 hours (including ferry rides and check-in process)

    You will select your redemption date for your Alcatraz Tour during checkout; the Hop-On Hop-Off pass is flexible and you can start the bus tour at any time.

    Expiration

    • Alcatraz Tour expires on the selected visit date. You will select your visit date during checkout.
    • Hop-On Hop-Off Tour expires after two (2) days of use.
    • Night Tour expires after first use.

    E-Mail Delivery

    While most E-Tickets are sent within minutes, please allow up to 24 hours for successful email delivery.

    Duration

    2 days

    Exclusions

    • Tips and Gratuities.
    • Food and Beverages.
    • Hotel pick-up.

    Inclusions

    • 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass.
    • Ferry to/from Alcatraz Island (with a set departure time).
    • Award winning self-guided Alcatraz audio tour in various languages.
    • Orientation video presented by the Discovery Channel (on Alcatraz Island) - English speaking live guide or audio commentary on the bus.

    Please Note

    • The tour is often sold out in advance and reservations should be made as early as possible.
    • IMPORTANT: The departure time is allocated automatically and will be provided upon reconfirming the tour with the operator a few days prior to departure. The set time slot cannot be changed. We recommend to keep your day flexible until you receive your confirmed departure time.
    • Once you reach Alcatraz Island you can stay as long as you like; ferries return approx. every 30 minutes.
    • The date chosen upon booking will be the date for your Alcatraz tour; the Hop-On Hop-Off pass is flexible and you can start the bus tour at any time.
    • In order to receive your tickets and your exact departure time you must check-in online with the operator at the latest 72 hours prior to departure (further instructions will be on your voucher).
    • Please carry a valid photo ID with you.
    • Refund Policy

      To be eligible for a refund, E-Ticket must be unused and not expired, and canceled at least 30 days prior to the 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.
    • Changes

      Changes to your current order? Please contact Undercover Tourist with your order number and details of the change requested.
  • What to Bring to Alcatraz Island

    • Camera
    • Comfortable Clothing
    • Comfortable Shoes
    • Drivers License/Photo ID
    • E-Ticket
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Skyline Sightseeing: Alcatraz and 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off