Alcatraz Admission and Small-Group Craft Brews and Bike Tour in San Francisco
San Francisco, California
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Trip Type: Beer & Brewery Tours
Duration: 8 hours
Capture highlights of San Francisco on a full-day tour that combines admission to Alcatraz with a beer-themed bike tour through neighborhoods like SoMa, the Mission and Haight-Ashbury. After a ferry ride to Alcatraz Island for an audio tour of ‘the Rock,’ meet your biking guide in the afternoon to cycle the city streets, stopping at three breweries or bars to sample craft beer (the first one's included) and discover SF’s vibrant culture along the way. The bike tour is limited to 12 people to provide a small-group experience.
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Capture highlights of San Francisco on a full-day tour that combines admission to Alcatraz with a beer-themed bike tour through neighborhoods like SoMa, the Mission and Haight-Ashbury. After a ferry ride to Alcatraz Island for an audio tour of ‘the Rock,’ meet your biking guide in the afternoon to cycle the city streets, stopping at three breweries or bars to sample craft beer (the first one's included) and discover SF’s vibrant culture along the way. The bike tour is limited to 12 people to provide a small-group experience.Start your day with a 15-minute ferry ride from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island. While cruising across San Francisco Bay, take in the scenic panorama of the Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge and city skyline.
Upon arrival on 'the Rock,' the former federal prison turned national park, hear a brief history of the maximum-security penitentiary, which was in operation on Alcatraz Island from 1934 to 1963. Then embark on a self-guided tour via the provided 2.5-hour audio tour 'Doing Time.'
Stroll through the prison cellblock and listen to recorded commentary from former inmates and staff. You'll learn about A-list gangsters such as Al Capone (Scarface) and Machine Gun Kelly, and discover how several prisoners attempted escape. If you wish, you can also explore the historical gardens before returning to Pier 33 on the ferry (departs every 30 minutes).
Back in the city, grab some lunch (own expense) at any of the numerous eateries around Pier 33 and the Embarcadero, and then make your way down to the meeting point for your afternoon bike tour, near AT&T Park in SoMa (South of Market district).
During the 3-hour bike tour, your knowledgeable guide shares anecdotes about San Francisco’s history and fills you in on the characteristics of each neighborhood you cycle through, including the hip Mission District and iconic Haight-Ashbury. Stop at three popular establishments — breweries, pubs, bars or beer halls — where you can relax and enjoy craft brews while mingling with locals. You may visit 21st Amendment, Thirsty Bear Brewing Co, Southern Pacific Brewing Company, Zeitgeist, Toronado or Magnolia Brew Pub.
Your first beer is included, and you can purchase food and more beer at the other stops. Finish your tour with a loop through Union Square and a scenic ride along the Embarcadero back to AT&T Park.
Upon arrival on 'the Rock,' the former federal prison turned national park, hear a brief history of the maximum-security penitentiary, which was in operation on Alcatraz Island from 1934 to 1963. Then embark on a self-guided tour via the provided 2.5-hour audio tour 'Doing Time.'
Stroll through the prison cellblock and listen to recorded commentary from former inmates and staff. You'll learn about A-list gangsters such as Al Capone (Scarface) and Machine Gun Kelly, and discover how several prisoners attempted escape. If you wish, you can also explore the historical gardens before returning to Pier 33 on the ferry (departs every 30 minutes).
Back in the city, grab some lunch (own expense) at any of the numerous eateries around Pier 33 and the Embarcadero, and then make your way down to the meeting point for your afternoon bike tour, near AT&T Park in SoMa (South of Market district).
During the 3-hour bike tour, your knowledgeable guide shares anecdotes about San Francisco’s history and fills you in on the characteristics of each neighborhood you cycle through, including the hip Mission District and iconic Haight-Ashbury. Stop at three popular establishments — breweries, pubs, bars or beer halls — where you can relax and enjoy craft brews while mingling with locals. You may visit 21st Amendment, Thirsty Bear Brewing Co, Southern Pacific Brewing Company, Zeitgeist, Toronado or Magnolia Brew Pub.
Your first beer is included, and you can purchase food and more beer at the other stops. Finish your tour with a loop through Union Square and a scenic ride along the Embarcadero back to AT&T Park.
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