Escape from the Rock Cruise

Highlights / General details

Blue & Gold Fleet’s 90-minute Escape from the Rock cruise takes you under the Golden Gate Bridge and around Alcatraz Island to see every angle of this mysterious island. Hear intriguing stories about Alcatraz escape attempts by Al Capone, Billy Cook the Killer, Clyde Johnson and many others, giving you a clear picture of what life was like in this maximum-security prison when it was the most feared institution in the American penal system.

Inclusion

Guided tour.

Exclusion

Transportation to and from departure location; Gratuity.

Hours of operation

Available daily departing at 11:30am plus 3:45pm departures Friday-Sunday & Holidays only. Holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, and President's Day. No Service on Christmas Day.

Duration

Approximately 90 minutes.

Hours of operation

Available daily departing at 11:30am plus 3:45pm departures Friday-Sunday & Holidays only. Holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, and President's Day. No Service on Christmas Day.

Duration

Approximately 90 minutes.

Location

Departs from Pier 39.

Policies

Cancellation: Unredeemed vouchers are fully refundable.

Ticket is valid for 1 use within 6 months from date of purchase.

No reservations required. First come, first served basis. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. An additional 5-10 minutes are requested if special attention is required. No reserved seating available.

All tours operate weather permitting. Cruises may not operate during inclement weather.

Check with ticket booth on day of sailing for schedule. Times are subject to change without notice.

A free multi-language audio tour is now available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German & Taiwanese. Please bring your Wi-Fi enabled device to access the tour.

This cruise does not land on the island of Alcatraz.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

Service provided by Blue & Gold Fleet.