Alcatraz

Alcatraz Island is a small island about 1.25 miles offshore from in , California, near the strait. The island was developed in the mid-19th century with facilities for a , a military fortification, and a military prison.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Alcatraz Island Lighthouse and Warden’s House.
The Warden's House was the home of the wardens of the…
The , also known as the Officers' Club, was… is situated 470 feet north of Alcatraz.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Fisherman’s Wharf and Marina District.
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The is a neighborhood located in , . is situated 2 miles southwest of Alcatraz.
is a neighborhood of , California. is situated 2 miles south of Alcatraz.

Alcatraz

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Latitude
37.82653° or 37° 49′ 36″ north
Longitude
-122.42261° or 122° 25′ 21″ west
Open location code
849VRHGG+JX
Geo­Names ID

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