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1. www.nps.gov › alca › indexAlcatraz Island (U.S. National Park Service)

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   Jan 12, 2024 · Alcatraz Island is a former prison and a symbol of American incarceration and justice. Learn about its history, natural beauty, and virtual tours from the official website.

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     Alcatraz Island Map. This is a general map of the island...

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     Welcome to Alcatraz Island! Alcatraz is part of the Golden...

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     Located on Pier 33 is a Tactile Model of Alcatraz Island and...

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     Upon arrival to Alcatraz Island, every visitor receives an...

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Alcatraz_IslandAlcatraz Island - Wikipedia

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   Alcatraz Island (/ ˈ æ l k ə ˌ t r æ z /) is a small island 1.25 miles (2.01 km) offshore from San Francisco, California, United States. The island was developed in the mid-19th century with facilities for a lighthouse , a military fortification, and a military prison.

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4. www.tripadvisor.com › Attraction_Review-g60713-d102523Alcatraz Island - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

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   Alcatraz Island was once the most secure federal prison in the U.S., and held notorious inmates like Al Capone. After being decommissioned in 1963, the prison is now a museum, welcoming millions of curious travelers every year. Catch the ferry on Pier 33 to Alcatraz and explore the island at your own pace as you soak up the views of San ...

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5. www.sftravel.com › attractions › iconic-sfAlcatraz: Visit San Francisco’s Iconic Island

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   Alcatraz was a federal penitentiary that housed famous convicts such as Al Capone and George \"Machine Gun\" Kelly. Now, it is a national park and a popular attraction with tours, exhibits and audio guides.

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     Alcatraz City Cruises workers are striking for better wages as San Francisco's summer tourism season is just getting started.

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7. www.tripsavvy.com › alcatraz-island-tour-1476147Alcatraz Island - How to Tour the Famous Prison - TripSavvy

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   Aug 4, 2019 · Spanish Explorer Manuel de Ayala named this barren rock in the middle of San Francisco Bay Isla de los Alcatraces (Island of the Pelicans). The island called Alcatraz has been used as a Civil War fort, a Federal prison and a symbol of Native American plight.

8. www.atlasobscura.com › places › alcatraz-islandAlcatraz Island – San Francisco, California - Atlas Obscura

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   Mar 6, 2011 · It is the home of the oldest operating lighthouse on the west coast, a Civil War fortress that served as the San Francisco Arsenal, the infamous federal prison, the beginning of the American...

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   What is Alcatraz Island known for?

   • Spanish Explorer Manuel de Ayala named this barren rock in the middle of San Francisco Bay Isla de los Alcatraces (Island of the Pelicans). The island called Alcatraz has been used as a Civil War fort, a Federal prison and a symbol of Native American plight. Today, the National Park Service runs Alcatraz Island as a tourist attraction.

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   Why should you visit Alcatraz Island in San Francisco?

   • Learn all about visiting "The Rock." Alcatraz Island is one of San Francisco's most iconic sights. Alcatraz was the site of the first lighthouse in the Western United States but became a federal penitentiary from 1934 to 1963, housing famous convicts such as Al Capone and George "Machine Gun" Kelly.

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   Is Alcatraz a prison island?

   • Now, this once infamous prison island is part of the Bay Area’s 80,000-acre Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Located one-and-a-half miles from Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz is one of the city's most popular attractions. A visit to the island includes a tour of the cell house where visitors can see how the prisoners lived.

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   Why is Alcatraz a tourist attraction?

   • The island called Alcatraz has been used as a Civil War fort, a Federal prison and a symbol of Native American plight. Today, the National Park Service runs Alcatraz Island as a tourist attraction. You can get a look at what you'll see on the Alcatraz tour by visiting the Alcatraz slideshow.

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