Alcatraz Island
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 415-561-4900
- Address
- Alcatraz Island, San Francisco Bay, CA 94133
About Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz reveals stories of American incarceration, justice, and our common humanity. This small island was once a fort, a military prison, and a maximum security federal penitentiary. In 1969, the Indians of All Tribes occupied Alcatraz for 19 months in the name of freedom and Native American civil rights. We invite you to explore Alcatraz's complex history and natural beauty.
Hours
Alcatraz Island
Access to Alcatraz Island is via commercial ferry service. For ticket reservation and schedule call (415) 981-7625 or go to www.alcatrazcitycruises.com. The ferry schedule changes seasonally. Alcatraz is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. Once on the island you can stay up to the last ferry. Be aware that tickets sell out quickly and reservations are recommended. Tickets go on sale 90 days in advance.
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Thanksgiving, Nov 26: Closed
- Christmas, Dec 25: Closed
- New Year's, Jan 1: Closed
Getting there
The Alcatraz Ferry Terminal is located on Pier 33, near the intersection of The Embarcadero and Bay Street. Ferry tickets are required to get to Alcatraz. Purchase tickets through https://www.alcatrazcitycruises.com/ Commercial parking lots are available near Pier 33, but it is recommended to use public transportation. Visit Transit.511.org for more information on getting to Pier 33 and be sure to check the hours for parking garages.
Weather
The climate on Alcatraz is unpredictable and can change suddenly. Cold, foggy mornings may give way to sunny afternoons, which in turn can shift quickly back to more fog and blustery winds. The most pleasant weather usually occurs in spring and fall. Summers tend to be cool and foggy, winter is our rainy season. Temperatures on Alcatraz seldom rise above 75°F (24°C) or fall below 38°
Things to do
Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Food, Museum Exhibits, Shopping, Wildlife Watching.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Alcatraz Island ↗