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When on Alcatraz Island, choose your own adventure. Whether immersing yourself in history, experiencing arts and culture, spotting wildlife, exploring the historic gardens, or soaking in the awe-inspiring views, we'll help you make the most of your visit to the famous island in the middle of the San Francisco Bay. 

A group of Alcatraz visitors admire a family of geese walking through the historic landmark

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There's no time like now to escape to Alcatraz—there's lots to check out and some if it is only for a limited time! See tour options.

A Peregrine Falcon grooming itself at its nest with baby chicks at Alcatraz Island

Birds of the island

Smelling the flowers on Alcatraz

Visit the Alcatraz Historic Gardens

Tour Alcatraz

Your Alcatraz ticket gets you access to the Parks Conservancy's award-winning audio tour, "Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour". Check out our unique Alcatraz Night Tours and Behind the Scenes Tours. You’ll see hidden areas of the island on small tours led by NPS rangers and historical experts from the Parks Conservancy. The only source of Alcatraz tickets is Alcatraz City Cruises.

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