Alcatraz, Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour

From$159
8 hours
San Francisco, USA

About this activity

Experience San Francisco's iconic Alcatraz Island, the serene Muir Woods, and the charming town of Sausalito in a single day trip.

Highlights

  • Explore historic Alcatraz Island
  • Walk among ancient redwoods in Muir Woods
  • Enjoy panoramic views from Sausalito
  • Learn about Alcatraz's storied past
  • Capture stunning photos of the Golden Gate Bridge

Full description

Discover the rich history and natural beauty of San Francisco on this comprehensive day tour. Begin with a ferry ride to Alcatraz Island, once a notorious federal penitentiary, and delve into its intriguing past. Next, immerse yourself in the tranquility of Muir Woods National Monument, where towering redwoods create a serene forest atmosphere. Conclude your adventure in Sausalito, a picturesque town offering stunning bay views and delightful shops and eateries. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and local culture, ensuring a memorable San Francisco experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip ferry ride to Alcatraz Island
  • Guided tour of Muir Woods National Monument
  • Visit to Sausalito with free time for exploration
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Pier 33, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions.
  • Alcatraz tickets are limited and often sell out quickly; book in advance.
  • Some areas in Muir Woods may have limited accessibility due to terrain.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
  • Don't forget your camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Costly for the experience

We did Alcatraz first, and I was surprised that this was a completely independent tour. We had a lot of time between returning from Alcatraz and being picked up for the tour. The driver told us a lot about the area on our way to Muir Woods. The admission to Muir Woods is not included in the tour, so we were glad to have a National Park pass to get in. We were there for one hour. The Sausalito stop was about an hour long as well. We had time to stop at a fantastic Mexican restaurant for tacos and a great margarita. I felt this tour was costly for the experience.

Laura_DOct 5, 2026VIATOR

Watch your wallet

Very high chance you pay twice if you book with viator. Van fill of people, the ones that used viator had to pay twice for muir woods. Pretty good racket they got going

Jim_MOct 4, 2026VIATOR

OKeefe's in Frisco

Fabulous experience, highly recommend, Alcatraz has a lot of History for many different reasons and Muir Woods was beautiful and very peaceful.

Steven_OOct 3, 2026VIATOR

Excellent customer service and tour guide!

Viator was very flexible with our changing cruise ship arrival time. Tatya was over the top excellent. She gave us very useful information, she was knowledgeable, entertaining, and had a very bubbly personality. Highly recommend this excursion and if you can request Tatya, she will make your experience even better!!!

Laura_dOct 2, 2026VIATOR

Magic Muir Woods, Sausilito and Alcatraz tour

My Mum and I loved this experience with Ben, our driver and guide. First stop was Golden Gate for some photos. Then it was onto Muir Woods which is an absolute must see for lovers of nature. Seeing those majestic redwoods soaring in the sky was amazing. We were even lucky enough to see a young deer walking through the woods. Next was Sausilito for a spot of lunch and wander around. Finally Ben shared tickets for the Alcatraz leg of the trip. We took the ferry across and got to explore the island. The audio tour was fascinating. What we particularly valued was having ample time at each place in the tour and it didn’t feel like we were stuck on a bus all day. Ben also shared his knowledge about the area.

melaniebX9035JQOct 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR