First time here. We took some family who were visiting us, and we enjoyed it all! We took the ferry from Vallejo to San Francisco and then walked to the Alcatraz ferry that took us to and from the island. We toured the ruins outside and also inside the buildings including the many jail cells. Don't pass up doing the audio tour! It's so interesting! You listen through your headphones and can go at your own pace. We spent a few hours because we wanted to see everything the island had to offer. Lots of photo opportunities, too!

Absolutely great day, was worried due to my husband’s mobility issues but it was all great.there was a little tram to take people with mobility issues up to the prison they had lifts inside so he was able to see the whole place. The audio guide was brilliant. We ordered a hot dog which we eat on the boat coming back. All in All a great trip so worth seeing the prison.

Bought our tickets online weeks before we went. Good thing we did! They were completely sold out when we arrived for our 11am scheduled tour. We bought our parking in advance to and only parked 4 blocks from pier 33. The boat ride over was very nice! NOT crowded and they told some history of Alcatraz. On the Island itself we enjoyed ourselves! Taking our own time learning things! We loved the audio tour! Definitely do NOT miss that!! We spent about 3 hours here and enjoyed every moment! Great family time and learning history together!!

Thoroughly enjoyed this trip to this iconic place. The ferry trip over is excellent and the island itself very interesting. It is a chilling place and you really wouldn't have wanted to have been incarcerated there. Views from the island back to San Francisco are great.

We loved the boat trip from Fishermen's Wharf and the lovely view of San Francisco. The island itself is an iconic landmark that is dedicated to give you an insight in the old times and famous prisoners such as Al Capone and many more. The coolest part was to see the real cells and the walking areas that the prisoners used long time ago. Everything is very well prepared and informative.

Very good tour. Be sure you purchase tickets in advance because they sell out quickly. Wear comfortable shoes and take a jacket as it gets cold although we did the night tour. The ride over and back on the boat takes about 15 minutes. The people who work there are very knowledgeable and helpful.

Booked online before we travelled to San Francisco and spent half a day with Alcatraz Island Tours exploring the island. A short boat trip to the island. What a great opportunity. Definitely a worthwhile experience.

We enjoyed the self-guided audio tour but really loved the stories John told us. The national park service is amazing! Impressed with how they teach about the failings of our country's prison system too.

I booked for the 11 am boat and came back on 2pm boat. Very short boat trip to the island on a beautiful sunny day. When you arrive there is an orientation talk and after that our guide did a walking tour for about 45 mins. I don't think they are always available but I would have missed so much if I hadn't done it. The audio tour of the jail house takes about 45 mins. The hospital was open and was very interesting. I think if I'd only had the audio tour it would have been a bit underwhelming. It is pricey and busy as they can have 5000 people per day.

The ferry trip to the island was great with wonderful views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Liked the narrated tour. The gardens were my favorite part. Disappointed that the hospital was not open during the day. Park ranger said due to staffing, it is usually only open for night tours.