Day 8 San Francisco

0930 muster for Alcatraz so 0730 its a walk out for breakfast. There's an IHOP just round the corner which is perfect. Fuelled and ready we head for pier 33 for the ferry. Just as well we(Alan) have booked ahead online as the billboard says next available booking is friday. Group photo taken, we embark and alcatraz is now on the bow.
The intro video in the former stores area is very informative and the cell block audio tour guide is very well done with a fine balance between hard facts, sound effects and former staff voices. All in all it was impressive.
Back ashore 2hrs+ later and lunch is first. Something quick at the entrance to pier 39, then its off to get up the Coit Tower which provides superb views of the city and bay.
We decide to do the cable car museum and take one for a ride to get there. Technically its very interesting and plenty to read and see how it all works.

Finally a ride down the hill which is exciting (will the brakes work with all these folk onboard? -they do) and a looksee at how they spin the car round on the turntable at the bottom. Tourists are queueing for a ride up the hill and a trio are playing some jazz funk keeping them amused and hopefully getting a few bucks for their effort. (they are good)
Tonights meal is a standard at Dennys, just what is required. Trying for an early night as we are required for "props turning at 9". Another great day on our trip.