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Alcatraz reveals stories of American incarceration, justice, and our common humanity. This small island was once a fort, a military prison, and a …

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Nov 12, 2024
Visiting this island prison is impressive but unfortunately the cost is way too much for an old audio tour to visit two or three rooms of the prison. So many people in the tiny space. Felt like it … Full review by FreLi2019
Nov 11, 2024
Great day out, & lovely weather for the ferry crossing , really informative audio walking tour, would definitely recommend. Full review by Max F
Nov 7, 2024
I last went there over 40 years ago when we were shown around by ex prison guards. Our trip this time was just as good because the audio guides were absolutely excellent: interesting stories, histor… Full review by soton2
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One person in our group has mobility issues. How much walking is needed for the tour? Are there hills to walk up or stairs? …
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One person in our group has mobility issues. How much walking is needed for the tour? Are there hills to walk up or stairs? Also, is getting on and off the boat difficult?
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There is a ramp to get on and off the ferry. There is a tram that you can get on at the dock that will transport you up to the cell house and back down again. The ferry boards those with …
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There is a ramp to get on and off the ferry. There is a tram that you can get on at the dock that will transport you up to the cell house and back down again. The ferry boards those with mobility needs.
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Hi, we want to do the Alcatraz tour. Is it best to do the day tour, the night tour or is what you see - make it worth doing both?
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We only did the day tour which was great, basically stay as long as you want and get the boat back when your ready as you are free to roam the jail and the island.
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If I go at 3:50 is there enough time to visit before the last ferry at 6:30?
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You can do the virtual head-phone tour in less than an hour, so 2 hours would be plenty of time to exit ferry, visit prison, and catch ferry.
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Hi, how much was the behind the scenes tour please?
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Hi if you mean the cell tour with audio guide. Its included in the price of the trip over.
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Where and when can I see The Big Lockup exhibit on my visit?
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The Big Lock Up is a permanent exhibit installed in the 900 sq. ft. former Band Practice Room in the Cell House. This optional exhibit experience is located...
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