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Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

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| San Francisco, USA
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Muir Woods National Monument
View to the city from Sausalito
Alcatraz Island
Golden Gate Bridge (Northern side)
Lone Sailor
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On average, this is booked 12 (2) days in advance.
8 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Two most popular destinations in one day! Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge! Stop at the Bridge to take pictures! Explore the beauty of Richardson Bay, Marin County, Mount Tamalpais and Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir Woods!

Appreciate the astonishing views from Sausalito's picturesque waterfront! Visit local Art Galleries, Souvenir Shops and eat in one of many seafood restaurants!

After visiting Muir Woods & Sausalito, our driver/guide will bring you to Pier 33, Alcatraz landing. A headset with an Audio guide is included. You will catch the Ferry to Alcatraz and spend your time there. After the tour, the Ferry will bring you back to Pier 33.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee to Muir Woods National Monument
  • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the Island (Value $45.25)
  • Gratuities
  • Pickup after Alcatraz tour
  • Food and beverages except water
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San Francisco
CA 94133, USA

What To Expect

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San Francisco

Ride from your hotels downtown or FIsherman's Wharf to the Northern Side of the Golden Gate Bridge
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre (pass by)

Go through the city and listen to the narrated tour. From Union Square to the Wharf to the Bridge. On your way, you will pass by The Palace of Fine Arts which was built for Panama-Pacific International Exposition held in San Francisco in 1915 to celebrate the completion of the Panama Canal, but it was widely seen in the city as an opportunity to showcase its recovery from the 1906 earthquake.
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Presidio of San Francisco (pass by)

Drive through the oldest part of the city, the Presidio. See the new Presidio Highway, the Tunnel Top Gardens, and the Crissy Field, Air Force base during WWII
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Golden Gate Bridge

Cross the most famous Bridge on Earth and enjoy stunning views of the Pacific, the Marin Headlands on your left, and the SF Bay on your right. It was opened in 1937 and is painted orange-red to be more visible in the fog. Make a short stop at the Vista Point on the Northern side and take pictures of the Bridge, the bay, Fort Baker, and downtown SF. See The Lone Sailor, a bronze sculpture, tribute to all who have served or are currently serving in the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the Merchant Marine.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Marin County

Ride from the Golde Gate Bridge to the Muir Woods. See the stunning views of Richardson Bay, Sausalito, Tiburon, Strawberry Point, and Mount Tamalpais. Listen to the history of Marin County, and Muir Woods.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Muir Woods National Monument

You will spend one hour and twenty minutes in the Muir Woods, US National Monument. Just 12 miles North of the city, see the tallest trees in the world, the Coastal Sequoias. Millions of years ago, sequoia trees grew throughout North America. Today, the Sequoias can be found only along the coast of California and Oregon. By the beginning of the 20th century, most of them were destroyed by fires and humans. One valley named Redwood Canyon remained uncut, mainly due to its relative inaccessibility. You will see majestic trees, you may meet dears, turkeys, chipmunks, and squirrels. You will enjoy the forest air and the stunning beauty of the tallest living objects on Earth.
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sausalito

After the Muir Woods, we will take you to Sausalito, one of the most beautiful little towns in America. Stunning views of the Bay, Islands, Bridges, yachts, great seafood restaurants, art galleries and souvenir shops make Sausalito a gem!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Pier 33

Driving you back from Sausalito to Pier 33, Alcatraz landing
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Alcatraz Island

After Sausalito, we will bring you to Alcatraz Landing on Pier 33 in the city. Here you will catch a boat to Alcatraz, a small Island in San Francisco Bay where the Federal Penitentiary was located from 1934 until 1963. It held the most notorious prisoners in American history, including gangsters, notorious bank robbers, and murderers... You can spend there as much time as you want, but do not miss the last boat!
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • We reserve the right to book you the Alcatraz tickets in the morning and pick you up from there to go to Muir Woods and bring you back to your hotel after the tour instead of picking you up in the morning.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Entrance fee to Muir Woods National Monument.
  • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the Island (Value $45.25).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Hotel Pickup.
  • Professional and experienced guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Pickup after Alcatraz tour.
  • Food and beverages except water.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee to Muir Woods National Monument
  • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the Island (Value $45.25)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel Pickup
  • Professional and experienced guide
  • Gratuities
  • Pickup after Alcatraz tour
  • Food and beverages except water

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • We reserve the right to book you the Alcatraz tickets in the morning and pick you up from there to go to Muir Woods and bring you back to your hotel after the tour instead of picking you up in the morning.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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