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Alcatraz
Step into the cell, shut the iron door, and listen carefully:
beyond these bars and across the bay, you can hear the
murmur of everyday life. Now you appreciate how Alcat-
raz became America's most notorious prison, and why in-
mates risked riptides to escape. Day visits include captivat-
ing audiotours with prisoners and guards recalling cell-
house life, while popular, creepy twilight tours are led by
park rangers. On the boat back to San Francisco, freedom never felt so good.
Getting There
Boat
Alcatraz is 1.25 miles
across San Francisco Bay from
Fisherman's Wharf. Alcatraz
Cruises ferries depart from Pier 33
every half-hour 9am to 3:50pm, plus
5.55pm and 6:30pm; reserve ahead.
