About This Tour
Cross the Golden Gate Bridge to a canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Stroll through Mother Nature's redwood alleys with majestic 1,000-year-old trees towering 260 feet tall. Take a scenic drive through the seaside town of Sausalito, famous for its sweeping views, timeless sophistication, local boutiques, and cafes. Then hop aboard a 30-minute ferry ride across San Francisco Bay to Alcatraz Island, a former prison now operated by the National Park Service. Known as “The Rock,” the prison was famous for housing inmates like Al “Scarface” Capone and the “Birdman” Robert Stroud. Listen to a 45-minute cell house audio tour available in 11 languages. Hear stories from inmates themselves, as well as other former residents of the island. Step inside a prison cell and get a feel for what life was like during that infamous era. Return to San Francisco at your own pace; ferry boats return every 30-40 minutes.
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Meeting Point
Exchange your voucher at the Big Bus Visitors Center (Fisherman's Wharf, 99 Jefferson St) at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled Alcatraz date to be informed of your Alcatraz departure time. Muir Woods Tours depart at 8:30am and 1:30pm.
Special Instructions
PLEASE NOTE: This voucher is not your Alcatraz ticket. Muir Woods Tours and Alcatraz Tours must be taken on two separate dates. Before your travel date, please email the full names of all guests to Alcatraz@BigBusTours.com. For guests under age 18, please provide exact age as well. Exchange your voucher at the Big Bus Visitors Center (Fisherman's Wharf, 99 Jefferson St) at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled Alcatraz date to be informed of your Alcatraz departure time. Muir Woods Tours depart at 8:30am and 1:30pm. Alternatively, you may exchange your voucher for an actual ticket on the day of your tour between 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM or the day before your tour between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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