Alcatraz is one of the most popular tourist sites in San Francisco. It is visited by more than 1.5 million tourists a year. I've lived here all my life and have never visited Alcatraz until tonight! I always thought of it as a cheesy tourist location. Tonight I went with a bunch of friends, to one of the new evening tours. It's much less crowded and it is limited to about 200 people.
The evening tour is much different then the daytime one. For starters you have a "real" tour guide as soon as you arrive at the island. You have s self guided cell block tour. What's really different is that they have evening programs and demonstrations not offered in the daytime. We were even able to coax a Park Officer to take us to the underground tunnels... Everything is much more personal and you don't have that "tourist feeling" like those who go one the daytime venture.
Buy your tickets in advance, at least a week ahead. www.blueandgoldfleet.com
Wear a lot of clothing it gets real cold! You will see the most beautiful sunset so bring your camera too. The island is a breeding ground for birds... A lot of poop! My friend grabbed a hand rail today and got a big glob of it. You can only bring water on the island but there is food and drink on the boat to and from.
Summary: see the prison island at night, you will not regret it.
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Phone: Blue & Gold (415) 705-5555
Address: In the middle of San Fracisco Bay
Directions: Alcatraz is reached by ferries of the Blue and Gold fleet from Pier 41
Website: www.blueandgoldfleet.com
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on Aug 25, 2004
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