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Alcatraz Island · Prison Tourism (Active Prisons)

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Alcatraz Island · Prison Tourism (Active Prisons)

Known as 'The Rock,' Alcatraz Island is famed for its island setting, impossible escapes, and extensive prison history tours including a cell house audio tour, recreation yard visits, and stunning island views. **Unique Factor:** 'The Rock,' impossible escapes, island setting **Key Experiences:** Cell house audio tour, recreation yard, island views

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Known as 'The Rock,' Alcatraz Island is famed for its island setting, impossible escapes, and extensive prison history tours including a cell house audio tour, recreation yard visits, and stunning island views. **Unique Factor:** 'The Rock,' impossible escapes, island setting **Key Experiences:** Cell house audio tour, recreation yard, island views

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Best season: None
Difficulty: 6
Region: USA, San Francisco, California

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Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay with seagulls flying above on a cloudy day.

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