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I’ve visited Alcatraz on two different occasions, once with my family who visited from South Carolina and the other visit was with my roommates family from San Diego. Both visits were a blast making me believe that not matter who you go with Alcatraz is definitely worth the visit.

While on the island you are able to explore freely with your group. It’s a steep walk up to the jailhouse but it is worth it. Along the road up you will see the houses that the jail staff use to live in with their family. Once inside the jailhouse you are given a Walkman type device, which has a recording that acts as your tour guide through the jailhouse. You can go at your own pace, pause the recording if your group wants to stop to take a picture, laugh about the stories or read the signs that are placed through out the jailhouse.

When planning your visit Alcatraz I recommend making a reservation for your trip at least a week in advanced. Alcatraz is a popular attraction in San Francisco and there tends to be a line for the ships to get to the island and to pick up your ticket. Along with making your reservation you will want to pick a date that will allow you to have plenty of time to explore at least 2 and a half hours worth. Tickets will cost you $26 per person. Visit the Alcatraz Cruises, LLC website to make a reservation today.

 After visiting during the day go back for a second time at night, if you dare. Alcatraz offers night tours Thursday through Monday tickets are $55 but the experience is completely different. You will have a tour guide through out your stay on the island and will be allowed to do special tour activities that are not included on the day trips. Read more about all the tour Alcatraz Cruises, LLC has to offer by clicking here.