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Experience The Rock: Your Boutique Hotel Near Alcatraz

Catch a ferry from Pier 33 to explore Alcatraz Island, just a short ride from Queen Anne Hotel. Discover the storied federal penitentiary that once held Al Capone, walk the cell blocks with the famous audio tour, and take in the West Coast's first lighthouse alongside Civil War history.

Historic island fortress with lighthouse in California

Getting to Alcatraz

Alcatraz is reached by catching an official Alcatraz Cruises ferry departing from Pier 33 on The Embarcadero, just a quick 10- to 15-minute drive northeast of Queen Anne Hotel.

Plan your visit

Details

Hours: Alcatraz is open every day. Ferry departures are every half hour starting at 9:00 am. Hours vary by season. Book tickets several weeks in advance. 

Prices: Adult: $28; Child: $17; Senior: $26.25 

Events

  • Daily Park Ranger Activities 
  • Special Events 
  • Alcatraz Botanical Garden Tours 
  • Specials Exhibits: "Alcatraz: Stories From the Rock" 

Activities

  • Walking Tour & Cell House Audio Tour 
  • Exploring Gardens & Tide Pools 
  • Evening Tours 
  • Outdoor Exhibits 
  • Guided Ranger Tours & Outdoor Interpretive Walks 
  • Bird Watching 

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning to explore San Francisco during your stay? Queen Anne Hotel places you within easy reach of the city's most celebrated landmarks, cultural enclaves, and waterfront attractions. Here are answers to common questions about getting around and sightseeing from our hotel.