What are the hours at Alcatraz Island?

Mon: 9:00AM - 6:30PM; Tue: 9:00AM - 9:30PM; Wed: 9:00AM - 9:30PM; Thu: 9:00AM - 9:30PM; Fri: 9:00AM - 9:30PM; Sat: 9:00AM - 9:30PM; Sun: 9:00AM - 6:30PM (Alcatraz Island)

Does Alcatraz Island require a reservation?

No timed-entry or vehicle reservation is required to enter Alcatraz Island. Individual tours, campgrounds, or backcountry permits may still need to be booked separately.

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Is Alcatraz Island open right now?

Q: Is Alcatraz Island open right now?

As of October 14, 2026, Alcatraz Island is partially closed. Alcatraz Island to Temporarily Close in Fall for Dock Repairs

National Park Service site · CA

Partially closed

Alcatraz Island is partially closed.

Why this statusAlcatraz Island to Temporarily Close in Fall for Dock Repairs

Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT

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Alcatraz reveals stories of American incarceration, justice, and our common humanity.

Type: National Park Service site
State: CA
Nearest town: Alcatraz Island

About Alcatraz Island

Alcatraz reveals stories of American incarceration, justice, and our common humanity. This small island was once a fort, a military prison, and a maximum security federal penitentiary. In 1969, the Indians of All Tribes occupied Alcatraz for 19 months in the name of freedom and Native American civil rights. We invite you to explore Alcatraz's complex history and natural beauty.

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Visitor info

AddressAlcatraz Island, San Francisco Bay, CA 94133

Phone(415) 561-4900

Websitewww.nps.gov/alca/index.htm ↗

Hours

Mon	9:00AM - 6:30PM
Tue	9:00AM - 9:30PM
Wed	9:00AM - 9:30PM
Thu	9:00AM - 9:30PM
Fri	9:00AM - 9:30PM
Sat	9:00AM - 9:30PM
Sun	9:00AM - 6:30PM

Alcatraz Island

Getting thereThe Alcatraz Ferry Terminal is located on Pier 33, near the intersection of The Embarcadero and Bay Street. Ferry tickets are required to get to Alcatraz. Purchase tickets through https://www.alcatrazcitycruises.com/ Commercial parking lots are available near Pier 33, but it is recommended to use public…

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How we read this status

We derive Alcatraz Island's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: Alcatraz Island to Temporarily Close in Fall for Dock Repairs Full method: how we check park status.