Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour

The Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour is a one-of-a-kind experience that lets visitors explore two of San Francisco Bay’s most famous islands in a single day. This seasonal tour includes ferry rides to Alcatraz Island and Angel Island, offering a mix of history, nature, and stunning bay views.

On Alcatraz Island, guests can take the award-winning “Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour”, where former inmates and guards share real stories about life inside the infamous prison. Then, on Angel Island, visitors will enjoy a one-hour narrated tram tour, learning about the island’s history as an immigration station, military base, and state park.

Why choose this tour?

• Two Iconic Islands in One Day – Explore Alcatraz and Angel Island, experiencing both history and nature.
• Award-Winning Alcatraz Cellhouse Audio Tour – Hear firsthand accounts from former prisoners and guards, including escape stories and prison riots.
• Scenic Angel Island Tram Tour – Enjoy a one-hour narrated tour with breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline and Golden Gate Bridge.
• Self-Guided Exploration – After the tram tour, spend time walking the trails, relaxing at the café, or visiting the Angel Island Visitor Center.
• Spectacular Bay Views – Take in panoramic views of the Bay, Alcatraz, and the city skyline throughout your journey.

What’s included?

• Round-trip ferry ride to Alcatraz Island
• Round-trip ferry ride from Alcatraz Island to Angel Island
• Award-winning Alcatraz Cellhouse Audio Tour (available in 11 languages)
• One-hour narrated tram tour of Angel Island
• Time for self-guided exploration on Angel Island

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IMPORTANT: Being a premium tour, Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour sells out much in advance. Check out all available Alcatraz Island tours.

Additional information

• The award-winning “Doing Time” Cellhouse Audio Tour which you get at Alcatraz is available in 11 languages (Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish).
• The one-hour narrated tram tour of Angel Island starts just a short walk from the dock. Audio guides in French, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish are available before the tour begins—ask an agent on Angel Island to get a headset.
• After the tram tour, enjoy an extra hour to walk the trails, relax at the café, or chat with a park ranger at the Angel Island’s Visitor Center.
• This tour does not include entry to the Immigration Station, or segway and bike rentals on Angel Island.

Where to board the cruise?

Meeting Point: Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing, San Francisco, CA

Accessible restrooms are available at Pier 33 and on board the cruise.

However, there are no wheelchairs available for loan/rent at Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing.

Who is this tour best for?

History buffs will love learning about Alcatraz’s infamous prison past and Angel Island’s history as an immigration station, often called the “Ellis Island of the West.”

If you enjoy nature, Angel Island’s scenic landscapes, hiking trails, and waterfront views make this tour a great choice for outdoor lovers.

Photography enthusiasts will have plenty of opportunities to capture stunning Bay Area landmarks, from the eerie prison cells of Alcatraz to the breathtaking panoramic views on Angel Island.

For adventure seekers, this tour offers a full day of exploration, including ferry rides and guided tours across two unique islands filled with history and beauty.

Finally, families and groups will find this tour both fun and educational, offering a perfect mix of history, nature, and adventure for all ages.

Schedule of Alcatraz & Angel Island combination tour

The Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour is available exclusively during the spring and summer months – from May 24 to September 1. Additional departures are also available on Saturdays and Sundays in September.

Passengers on the combination tour are divided into two groups based on their tour itinerary: the Green Group and the Yellow Group.

• The Green Group visits Alcatraz Island first, followed by Angel Island.
• The Yellow Group starts at Angel Island and then heads to Alcatraz later in the day.

While both groups follow a set schedule for departures and island visits, Yellow Group guests have a flexible return from Alcatraz, allowing them to explore the prison at their own pace before taking any available return ferry.

Green Group (Alcatraz First, Angel Island Second)

Yellow Group (Angel Island First, Alcatraz Second)