The Alcatraz Night Tour offers a unique experience visiting the infamous former prison on Alcatraz Island. This evening tour includes a round-trip ferry ride from San Francisco’s Pier 33, a narrated history during the cruise, and an award-winning audio tour of the cellhouse. You will learn about notorious inmates and hear special presentations and stories that bring Alcatraz’s history to life under the cover of night.

Please note: the last evening tour departs from Pier 33 at 4:45pm and it is recommended you arrive at Pier 33 at least 30 minutes before departure time.  This may cause you to miss a concurrent session or another previously planned CRLA conference event.  We recommend waiting until the final CRLA schedule is released to purchase this tour.    

Please note: this tour will begin and end at the San Francisco’s Pier 33 which is an easy train ride ($3.00 each way) or about a 1.6 mile walk from the hotel. Uber, Lyft and the driverless Waymo’s are also an option. Although group transportation is not included in the ticket price, members of the CRLA conference planning team will be onsite to help with transportation needs.  

Location: Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing

Embark on an unforgettable two-hour tour that showcases San Francisco's most iconic sights - from the twists of Lombard Street to the grandeur of the Golden Gate Bridge. Perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time, this experience packs in the city’s highlights while offering unique local insight.

Please note: this tour takes place during scheduled conference events, including the time allotted for lunch.  The CRLA conference planning team can help with suggestions on grabbing a quick bite to eat before or after the tour.  

The Alcatraz Day Tour offers a unique experience visiting the infamous former prison on Alcatraz Island. This tour includes a round-trip ferry ride from San Francisco’s Pier 33, a narrated history during the cruise, and an award-winning audio tour of the cellhouse. You will learn about notorious inmates and hear special presentations and stories that bring Alcatraz’s history to life under the cover of night.

Please note: it is recommended you arrive at Pier 33 at least 30 minutes before departure time.  

Please note: this tour will begin and end at the San Francisco’s Pier 33 which is an easy train ride ($3.00 each way) or about a 1.6 mile walk from the hotel. Uber, Lyft and the driverless Waymo’s are also an option. Although group transportation is not included in the ticket price, members of the CRLA conference planning team will be onsite to help with transportation needs.