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Alcatraz Island
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Pier 33 Map

The most important thing to know when planning a trip to Alcatraz is that all access to the island is through a private ferry company under contract with the National Park Service, Alcatraz Cruises LLC.  As tickets are limited we STRONGLY recommend advance purchase - in summer and around holidays we frequently sell out up to a week in advance. For schedules, prices, and to purchase tickets in advance please visit the Alcatraz Cruises web site.

 

 
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Secrets of Alcatraz GPS Tour

Discover some little known secrets of Alcatraz with your GPS and our GPS tour. Download this file, print it out and bring it with you with your GPS to learn the location of the original prison, the escape route of Doc Barker in 1939, the location of the 1882 Army hospital, and more!

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Lower Prison, Alcatraz Island

Did You Know?
The first prison on Alcatraz Island was built by the U.S. Army and was located near the dock. It was demolished after a new military prison was opened at the top of the island in 1914.
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Last Updated: March 19, 2010 at 18:08 MST