Visiting timetable08:30 AM08:30 PM
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Alcatraz Island, San Francisco Bay, California, USA

Alcatraz: island hours and ferry schedules

Check seasonal ferry times, Cellhouse hours, and program availability before you sail.

We are currently open

Today: 08:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Closes in 7h 22m

Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Tuesday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Wednesday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Thursday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Friday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Saturday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Sunday08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

Spring–Summer Extended Ferries

03/01 – 10/31

08:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Open

Winter Reduced Ferries

11/01 – 02/28

08:30 AM - 06:30 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

Holiday Peak Schedule

12/20 – 01/02

08:30 AM - 08:30 PM

Open
Special Events & Holidays

Christmas Day

12/25

Closed

Closed

New Year's Day

01/01

08:30 AM - 06:30 PM

Open
Important Information

Cellhouse last entry often occurs before the final return ferry — check the day’s posted times.

First boats feel quieter; late afternoon light and night tours offer mood and skyline glow.

Book well in advance — peak dates can sell out weeks ahead.

National Park passes do not cover the ferry or tour tickets for Alcatraz.