Alcatraz Wharf, Waterfront transportation hub in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, United States.
The primary departure point for ferries to Alcatraz Island features a wide promenade with views of San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.
The wharf began operations in the 1930s when Alcatraz transformed from a military fortification into a federal penitentiary requiring regular transportation services.
Local street musicians and artists gather near the wharf entrance, performing maritime songs and creating paintings of the San Francisco waterfront.
Advance reservations for Alcatraz Island ferry tours are required, with tickets available through the National Park Service or authorized tour operators.
Marine mammals, particularly California sea lions, frequently surface near the wharf to catch fish during morning ferry departures.
Location: San Francisco
Website: http://alcatrazcruises.com
Address: San Francisco, CA 94133, USA 94133 San Francisco
Phone: +14159817625
Website: http://alcatrazcruises.com
GPS coordinates: 37.82670,-122.42110
Latest update: September 24, 2025 10:12
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