Alcatraz Island is full of strange and fascinating history—from daring escape attempts to its time as a Native American protest site. Did you know Al Capone played banjo in the prison band? Or that inmates got some of the best meals in the U.S. prison system? Beyond the eerie cellblocks, Alcatraz offers stunning views of...Read More
Alcatraz Island has captivated Hollywood for decades, serving as the backdrop for thrilling films like The Rock, Escape from Alcatraz, and Murder in the First. TV shows such as MythBusters and Alcatraz have explored its eerie past, legendary escapes, and ghostly legends. Whether portrayed as an inescapable fortress or a haunted relic, Alcatraz remains one...Read More
Alcatraz Island offers four incredible tours, each revealing the prison’s haunting history. Walk through eerie cellblocks on the Day Tour, experience the island after dark with the Night Tour, go behind the scenes with the Behind the Scenes Tour, or explore the island’s rich ecology on the Alcatraz & Angel Island Tour. No matter which...Read More
