Cancel

Open app

Search

de Young Museum

4.0 (1.9k reviews)
Closed 9:30 am - 5:15 pm

de Young Museum Photos

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - de Young Museum

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Bouquets to Art 2/3/26
Elaine Y.

This annual event 'The Bouquets to Art ' exhibit is stunning and usually opens for a week at the museum in March. Floral designers create displays to honor the various artwork pieces in the galleries. These were just a handful of displays that really captured my eye. I loved seeing patrons dressed in floral outfits to match the occasion. Near the entrance to the garage, you can buy your very own vase of flowers, ranging from $35 - $60 which helps with fundraising for the museum. If you love flowers and art, you should pay this exhibit a visit. It will truly uplift and inspire you.

James H.

Today was my first time at de Young and it was a cool experience. What made it even better is that on Saturdays it's free for Bay Area residents of the 9 counties. Just go to the website and select the day for general admission and bring your driver's license for staff to verify. If you were to pay its $20 ticket. The staff were nice and was cool to see the one piece area and art of manga was sold out unfortunately. But would be cool to check out next time. I didn't know how big de Young was but seemed like there were rooms for days. Definitely something for everyone here.

Pamela G.

Set in Golden Gate Park the de Young is a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours . Even if there isn't a visiting show you want to see, the permanent collection is great. I love walking around the upper floor looking at old favorites. This time there was a great exhibit of Textiles which was very interesting. I love the little room with seats and a wall of windows looking out over the outdoor cafe and garden. They have a great museum shop as well as a nice cafe. You can eat outdoors on a nice day. There is also free admission to the tower where you can look out at panoramic views.

Jessica T.

Visited the de Young Museum specifically to see the Art of Manga exhibit and I definitely got what I came for! They had a big variety of anime and manga art, including original sketches and pencils -- which I thought were really cool! If you're a One Piece fan, this was a MUST SEE. Not only did they have a screen printing exhibit (with full floor-to-ceiling walls plastered with pages from the original manga novels), but they had more original art framed in the Art of Manga exhibit as well. I love how the walls of the exhibit were also decorated to match the art displays as well. This is the busiest that I've ever seen any museum EVER. (I'm look at you, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure segment!) People were packed shoulder to shoulder to get a close up at these manga spreads. The gachapon machines were a nice touch too! It looked like a lot were sold out when I went, so I wish they had restocked. Really loved this exhibit. Totally worth the $30 entry. Hope they bring back more cool things in the future!

Becky V.

how wonderful it is to have such great exhibits in SF! this is a clean and large building with different floors to explore. special exhibits require additional cost. if you're really into what theyre showing, def should go for it. it changes every few months. observation tower is a little secret that not many know about. fantastic view.

Bridget K.

Great exhibits such as Monet, good for groups of adults on a rainy day. Great cafe and store too. My family (2 senior adults and two 30 something's) had a wonderful time at the de Young museum!

Kristina K.

Oh. My. Goodness. What a fun time! I visited the Art of Manga exhibition with mini me, my sister, and my niece, and we had an absolute blast. I was especially thrilled to see One Piece featured--one of my all-time favorite Japanese anime. Seeing it showcased in a museum setting honestly made my fan heart so happy. The exhibition didn't stop there either; it highlighted so many incredible manga and anime, along with fascinating background on the creators, their inspirations, and the stories behind the art. Learning more about the history and process really elevated the whole experience for all of us. Do I wish Spy x Family had made an appearance? Absolutely. But even without it, this exhibition was well worth the visit. Pro tip: If you're a student, don't forget to show your student ID at the ticket booth for a discount! Thankfully, mini me had a photo of her ID on her phone, so we were still able to score the student rate. Overall, a fun, educational, and nostalgic outing, highly recommend for anime and manga fans!

Chloe S.

Such a fun and informative time. We came for the manga special exhibit and was glad that the content gave a lot of historical and artist blurbs. The pacing felt great walking through as well as the amount of seating and people flow. There was a good mix of images, prints and digital projections making for a new feel every time you stepped into a new room. It was amazing to see the dedication of the artist hand drawing each panel. Definitely visit if you're on the fence. Even if you enjoy print this exhibit is awesome and informative. There's a small section in the general admission museum which goes more in depth of the print and manufacturing of comics.

One Piece Only (how manga is made)
Annabelle R.

This museum offers free admission for bay area residents on Saturdays. I reserved a free ticket in advance for this past weekend, but there was still a long line at the front counter on the main floor to get a sticker to wear during my visit. By the way, you can enter the museum's lower level directly from the Music Concourse parking garage, near the museum store. Free admission allows access to the permanent collection galleries in which I got to explore modern and contemporary art displays, impressionism and realism, abstract works, Northern California photography including the Cliff House after 1875, Art in the US, Arts of Africa, Arts of Indigenous America (the masks and masquerades display was particularly interesting), and One Piece Only, a room showcasing how manga is made. In addition, the special exhibition galleries on the lower level presented The Art of Manga, though I opted not to pay extra for this. Some of my faves were The Peaceable Kingdom (oil on canvas) by Edward Hicks, a scene filled with animals as well as Quaker leader William Penn signing a 1682 treaty with Lenape Indians in the background, representing "God's kingdom on earth", as well as The Gold Scab: Eruption in Filthy Lucre (oil on canvas) by James McNeill Whistler, an interesting caricature style and monstrous rendition of Frederick R. Leyland, with a backstory involving conflict between the artist and the subject of his piece. Also, pretty much the entire California Landscapes collection appealed to me, depicting the beautiful scenery of different locations throughout the state, using various art mediums. A lovely portrayal of scenes (land, sea, and sky) representing how "California is a Poem" as described by Ina Coolbirth. This includes Thomas Hill's Fishing Party in the Mountains, Joachim Ferdinand Richardt's Golden Gate Moonlight, Richard Mayhew's Rhapsody, and The Glory of the Heavens by William Keith. Outside the venue, the beautiful sculpture garden is always a treat when visiting here. An inviting environment with unique pieces scattered throughout the landscaped setting, which can be enjoyed up close or from the outdoor seating area of the museum cafe. Not to mention awesome live music happening regularly at the Golden Gate Bandshell right next to the museum, giving visitors more to do in the area.

George Hitchcock, Tulip Culture, 1889
Joseph A.

de Young Museum via it's shared underground parking is highly accessible. The museum has some beautiful views via its Tower, and a collection that covers American, PreColumbian, Impressionists, and African Art, with a current exhibit highlighting Manga Japanese Art. If you are looking to view California, Thomas Hill, Thaddeus Welch, Charles Dorman Robinson, Clark Hobart, and Lillie May Nicholson have examples of their work displayed. Maurice Brazil Prendergast, and George Hitchcock are just 2 of the impressionist arts with examples inspired outside of California. I am grateful for my time working at Bonhams auction house, it gave me a greater appreciation of American Art.

Bouquets to Art 2026 | de Young Museum
Danielle D.

As someone who loves flowers, attending Bouquets to Art was incredibly inspiring. Seeing floral installations created to reflect and interpret the museum's artwork was such a creative concept. Walking through the galleries and spotting arrangements tucked beside paintings and sculptures made the whole experience feel like a treasure hunt for flower lovers. It honestly made me feel ambitious enough to think, maybe I could do something like this one day (very unlikely... but a fun thought!). I loved how the arrangements were sprinkled throughout the museum rather than confined to a single gallery. It encouraged you to explore different parts of the museum while discovering each interpretation of the artwork. That said, even with timed entry, the crowds were intense. I went on Saturday, March 7 at 10:30am (the second-to-last day of the exhibit), and the sheer number of people made it difficult to move through some areas. With the pace of the crowds, you could easily spend an entire day trying to see everything. After a few hours we eventually got our fill, though we definitely didn't manage to see every installation. Despite the crowds, it was still a really special experience and one I'd love to make an annual tradition. If you're planning to go in the future, I'd highly recommend trying for a weekday if possible -- it might make it a little easier to enjoy the displays without competing with quite as many people. Beautiful, creative, and truly inspiring for anyone who loves flowers.

The front of the De Young Museum 10/29/25
Joanna T.

An impressive exhibit on the Art of Manga. The genre: manga is Japanese hand drawn art work used in serial publications which (if they are popular) get bound into a book. I read on an info sign that manga has 300+ million in circulation worldwide and involves a variety of topics (food, wine, sport, competition, parent/child relationships and more! I learned so much from our Docent Helen (who is also an artist) about Japanese manga stories and the men and women artists profiled in each focused room. Beautiful design of the exhibit space as well. Well done Fine Arts Museum of SF!

Outside
Phil A.

This was a very good museum in the central area of Golden Gate Park!! We have been meaning to go to the De Young Museum for a long time, just to check it out, and yes, it was very cool!! To our surprise, Bay Area residents entered for free, we just had to show our identification. The day we were here, they had a tribute to Paul McCartney going on, but we didn't indulge in that, just the rest of the museum. Lots of all kinds of different art, from sculptures to paintings and photographs, along with some very interesting reads on them. If you take the elevator to the observation deck, you get some fantastic views of San Francisco and Golden Gate Park, that was definitely an unexpected highlight here!!

See all

1 day ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 1
Love this 4
Oh no 0

19 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 6
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 3
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Chloe S.
1513
485
1840

4 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Sunil R.
1126
10314
35670

5 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 2
Love this 6
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 15
Thanks 7
Love this 15
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 1
Love this 6
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 1

4 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Saurabh S.
27
117
232

5 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Jo W.
589
1269
11641

1 year ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Jess C.
1
110
21

3 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Marc M.
59
242
401

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 47

de Young Museum Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - de Young Museum

Can you purchase tickets at the museum or do you have to buy them online?

yes you can purchase in person at the museum

Approximately how long would be enough time to spend at the de Young? Thank you in advance.

I'd suggest a full two hours to really maximize your time and to enjoy the museum.

What are the current exhibitions?

They often change, check https://deyoung.famsf.org/ for that info.

Is today free entrance to the museum?

Is today free entrance to the museum?

Do they offer military discounts on admission price?

Hi Michelle - they do in fact offer military discounts. With valid military ID, you will get free General Admission, any time. Full price special exhibition will still apply.

View All 7 Questions

Review Highlights - de Young Museum

I definitely recommend the observation tower to get 360 views of that area of Golden Gate Park!

Mentioned in 128 reviews

Read more highlights

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Art Museums 10,120 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - My perspective on Ruth Asawa pieces.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

4.2(978 reviews)
3.8 miSoMa, Financial District

Huge 7 floor Museum with lots of see. There were plenty of people and students. They have their…read morecafé and the fifth floor and then they also have a smaller café on the second floor before you enter. Each floor has both stairs and an elevator. Sometimes the stairs were hard to find. I only stopped by quickly for the special exhibitions. And they were pretty interesting and fun. There was lots to see, so I only stopped by very quickly by each exhibit. My favorite exhibition would probably be the yarn art exhibition as I was one of the few items that were very unique and different from everything else

San Francisco has always been a plain canvas and a city full of artist. You can see art on the…read morestreets with the architecture and buildings and you can also see it at a restaurant and especially at a Michelin guide restaurant on a plate of food. You can listen and watch San Francisco art on your analog and digital devices. The art of the deal is happening all over the city. The art of rebellion is part of the fabric of San Francisco. Even one of San Francisco's past Mayors is name Art ( Agnos). There is one place where you can see over five floors of modern art exhibits in San Francisco in the SOMA. It's called the SF MOMA. On a SOMA stroll I entered the SF Museum of Modern Arts building. Inside I went to many floors of different art exhibits and there was plenty to explore. I also was able to see the KAWS exhibition which had very animated art and is only available until May 3rd. You will also see visual art and also photography art. This place has a little bit of everything with the human touch and not totally made by a robot or AI ( time will tell). A good human experience of the human experience in San Francisco. Plan a visit when in SOMA. San Francisco art is everywhere and even in the restaurant food's "aroma"especially in the neighborhood of "SOMA" and to appreciate art you don't need to have an art "diploma" you can just go and appreciate the art inside of the "SF MOMA" Art is more than when someone paints or when someone "draws "some art can be digital as long it has a message and some have a "cause" some art museums are therapeutic like mental "spas"there is a few days left to watch the art exhibit at SF MOMA for "KAWS"

Photos
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Kaws: Family, May 01, 2026. I can imagine many of these images on colorful T-shirts.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Kaws: Family, May 01, 2026. I can imagine many of these images on colorful T-shirts.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - Got my tickets! Let's gooooo!!

Got my tickets! Let's gooooo!!

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - Great gift shop with nicely curated items

See all

Great gift shop with nicely curated items

Legion of Honor - Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor

4.5(990 reviews)
2.0 miSea Cliff

As a longtime Legion of Honor member, I wanted to highlight a special exhibit celebrating Women's…read moreDay, running from March 3-8. The floral arrangements throughout the galleries feel like interpretations of the artworks around them - some seem to be echoing the colors, shapes and even painting "moods". This is a definite must-see.

I've lived in the Bay Area for almost 30 years, and I'm a little embarrassed to admit this was my…read morefirst visit to the Legion of Honor. I'd heard about it, but it never quite made it to the top of the list. Today my son suggested we go since admission is free on Saturdays for Bay Area residents, so we stopped by late in the afternoon -- and I was genuinely blown away. That's not an exaggeration. First, parking was easier than expected. The small lots right by the entrance were full, but there's another lot less than a quarter mile down the hill where we found a space without any trouble. Maybe we got lucky, but it was smooth. The setting alone is worth the visit. The museum sits among rolling green hills with views that feel very different from the usual tourist spots. The architecture is striking, and I was surprised to learn the building is now over a century old. The centerpiece collection features works by Auguste Rodin, and seeing so many of his sculptures up close -- in different sizes and forms -- was fascinating. It felt like a real privilege to experience them in person. There are rotating exhibits throughout the year; currently the spotlight is on Édouard Manet and Berthe Morisot. I'm not a major art expert, but I still enjoyed learning about their partnership and viewing these Impressionist works. The unexpected highlight was the Spreckels Organ performance. We happened to catch the Saturday 4pm concert -- pure luck. The organ pipes are built into the structure itself, and the hour-long performance was mesmerizing. It's one of those experiences you just have to hear for yourself. Highly recommended. I'll definitely be back.

Photos
Legion of Honor - Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor - Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor - Art/exhibits

See all

Art/exhibits

The Gregangelo Museum

The Gregangelo Museum

4.5(77 reviews)
2.7 miBalboa Terrace

I had the pleasure of participating - notice I said participate rather than attend, as it truly is…read morean interactive performance - in the Haunted Dollhouse experience. I can scare easily, so I was a little concerned that I would be too startled, or fearful of a scary dollface. While I did scream a few times when something sudden happened, my main take away is one of Delight, Whimsy, Playfulness and Reverence. The house in which the scene is set is a masterpiece of intricate art - filled with gorgeous mosaics, theatrical curtains, history both painted on the walls and held in all manner of precious trinkets and artifacts. Our clown hosts were a joy, and I giggle as I recall how they played with us throughout the journey. The resident witch brought a deep, grounded presence to the tour show, and I even learned that I have a haunted object at home that wants to be exorcised! (post-show homework!) I experienced the most reverence in the room that I was afraid of the most at first. The clown and witch hosts shared the history of the dolls, which is also the history of people and place. I left the room no longer scared and instead touched by the stories behind each doll. Another favorite moment was the tea party (!!!) with delicious tea and homemade cookies and pastries and even scull shaped sugar cubes!? I love the attention to detail and handcraftedness in every aspect of the experience. And finally the cleansing ritual at the end felt powerful and very real. That alone was worth the price of admission! Come enjoy a true and unreapeatable San Francisco experience!

I had such an amazing day at the Gregangelo! Our guide was Nick, who was incredible. I purposefully…read moredidn't google anything about this museum so I could enjoy whatever came up for me naturally. It's an interactive museum that calls for deep reflection which is right up my alley. I will also say, I chose this place as a first date and I thought it was a really good choice if I say so myself lol. You will end up learning quite a bit about the people in the room and it was a treat. Can't wait to go back and try another experience!

Photos
The Gregangelo Museum
The Gregangelo Museum - Jade the Magician

Jade the Magician

The Gregangelo Museum

See all

Oakland Museum of California

Oakland Museum of California

4.5(637 reviews)
11.3 miLake Merritt
Healthy dining
Kid friendly

I have been coming here for years. Specifically for their special exhibitions. They are always so…read moreinteresting and well planned out on display. The museum has three floors and their outdoor garden overlooking lake merrit. They have a little bit of everything, if you're curious about real history and wanting to learn more this is the place. Their annual membership is so worth. As they have several special events. Next to the museum they have plenty of parking. I take Bart as the stop is one block away. Chinatown is walkable for great restaurants. The Oakland library is close by too! There's a restaurant inside the museum while the food sounds great it's okay. I would recommend walking /driving to Chinatown or downtown Oakland for amazing food.

I can't believe that I used to live down the street from the Oakland Museum, and have not been here…read moreuntil now!! I really slept on this museum, 5 stars all the way!! We came on a Saturday afternoon, easy parking in the garage. There is a lot to see here, it focuses on California and the Bay Area!! There are 3 floors here, each floor with a vast array of art, history, and science. You're never too old to learn something new, a lot of things here caught my attention for real. There is also a garden and lawn area along with a restaurant here, so it's really easy to spend most of the day here. I'm always interested in history, so that was my favorite part here, but everything here was great. And I probably need a few more visits to actually take in everything that this museum has to offer!!

Photos
Oakland Museum of California - Interior

Interior

Oakland Museum of California
Oakland Museum of California - Ruth Asawa in the entrance to OMCA

See all

Ruth Asawa in the entrance to OMCA

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco

2.5(345 reviews)
2.7 miSoMa

Wow, what a ripoff. Just look at images online. Not immersive…read more Miss it. Not comfortable either.

I've seen so many of friends come watch this and post on their Instagrams. I've also seems so many…read moreadvertisements online everywhere. I initially was very interested then I saw the insane ticket price of $50 and thought this is no way worth it. I decided to give a hard pass but lucky me, they Exhibit had deal around the holidays for 50% off tickets. I decided to bring my family (4 of us total) and we gave the show a try. We made our reservations online and were able to come in without any issues or having to wait in line. When we walked in we were never given any directions on where to go or to "collect" anything (this will come into play later in the review). We immediately walked up the stairs which had maybe 2-3 small factoids about Van Gogh. When I say small, it was literally like a one sentence line about Van Gogh. I thought this was a nice introduction to the museum. There's a few instagramable photo spots going up the stairs. At the top, employees direct you into the theater. The theater is basically a 360 room. It plays a presentation which is about 20 mins long which is labeled in circles to remain COVID and social distancing safe. I was happy to see everyone there remained masked and the employees were good at ensuring no one took their masks off. However, there are only 4-5 circles or maybe 50+ that actually have benches for people to sit on. I saw a few people with cushions which I thought were awesome but I assumed they had to pay extra for it. I also saw a few people with posters which I also assumed they probably bought VIP tickets for. We initially sat on the floor but once the show ended and some people left, we moved to the bench seats and all 4 of us shared one bench. As for the "show," I loved the calming music and the images were great. Nothing amazing and a bit cheesy but it was really relaxing to just sit and listen to the calming music and see the images pass. The presentation is only about 20 mins. You can stay as short or as long as you want but after 2 shows, I've had enough and it was getting boring. After leaving the theater, there's maybe 1-2 stations where you can take photos and that's pretty much it. $50-60 for 30-40mins worth of material. I luckily hopped on the yelp to see if there was anything else because I was surprised how little there was to see and if I was maybe missing something or if there was a different theater with another show but there wasn't. That's it. Also I was upset to know that we could have had seat cushions on the floor and a poster that came with the ticket! Why didn't any of the employees stop us at the front to tell us or to give us posters. I only saw about 25% of the people there with posters or cushions meaning they missed 3/4 groups. Also why not just hand the posters out at the end so everyone gets one and to keep it from being wrinkled as it's such a hassle to carry it. Overall, the experience was very disappointing and gimmicky. I was sad that I learned NOTHING about Van Gogh. They nickel and dime you for everything. If you milk the exhibit, you can maybe get 90 mins of fun max out of it. For the price of the ticket, compare this to the SF Zoo or any other museum in SF where the price is literally twice the price for a fraction of entertainment. If they just added a few more stations with factoids of Van Gogh and more about his daily life, his mental illness, motivation of his paintings, family life or anything. Today, I know nothing about Van Gogh other than a few of his squiggly paintings in the show which aren't even his original artwork but just digitally remastered. Even for the BOGO offer, it wasn't worth it.

Photos
Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco
Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco
Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco - Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco

See all

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit San Francisco

The International Art Museum of America - The Permanent Collection also consists of captivating tile works, each telling a unique story of texture and color.

The International Art Museum of America

3.8(97 reviews)
3.2 miSoMa

I visited once years ago ..I got back to return today ..it's a nice building ..classical ..Persian…read moreexhibit today ..nice gift shop ..rock soap...nice gallery to spend time in ..near market

Had an okay time at this museum in downtown. It has international art, mostly Asian, of which…read morethere's already such a museum. The International Art Museum Of America is a newer one. An honest opinion about it would say this pales in comparison. You can still check out quite a bit of paintings and sculptures. Basically it's a local independent museum with an interesting history. It's located in the SoMa neighborhood on Market Street, and was called the Superb Art Museum Of America originally. This was founded in 2011 by H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III, a pretty interesting and strange person. He was an artist who believed he was the reincarnation of the Buddha Vajradhara, crazy. The museum at first only featured art by him. A lot of the art is Asian. The fact there's already the Asian Art Museum makes this place seem like it's redundant. Even so, it has a pretty good collection. There's not nearly as much as other museums, but for one that recently began, this is an okay amount to be honest. Cool museum to look through and see lots of things that are interesting and enjoyable. It's even got an interesting history, thanks to the silly man who created it. There's mostly Asian art it seems, but there's some by European artists among others.

Photos
The International Art Museum of America
The International Art Museum of America
The International Art Museum of America

See all

Exploratorium - After Dark Thursday Nights - dog friendly and full bar!

Exploratorium

4.4(1.3k reviews)
4.3 miEmbarcadero, North Beach/Telegraph Hill

I have been here multiple times throughout the years, and have only had good experiences. However,…read moremy last visit stood out to me the most. A few weeks ago was my senior prom, which was at the Exploratorium. The exhibits and environment were very fun and made for a super engaging night! As a trans person, I have a lot of anxiety in public bathrooms. Although they were unable to open up the general neutral bathroom (I mean, it's high schoolers, you can't trust them). However, the staff was extremely accommodating and kind, and escorted me to a separate bathroom. They made sure I got to pick the bathroom I was most comfortable in, as well as apologized for the inconvenience. Not only is this place fun, entertaining, and family friendly, they are welcoming, kind, and caring. I will never forget the kindness that I was shown.

Exploratorium San Francisco, CA…read more Date went 4/25/26 Time went around 1:15pm on a Saturday It was very busy to say the least Bonus the entry fee is $5 for food stamp recipients Atmosphere It was so great to see a mixture of young children with parents, teenagers, and even older people in this establishments. I saw lots of laughter, play, and wonder and despite it being packed everyone was respectful and I didn't see any hogging of the different activities. You could easily spend at least 3 or 4 hours in there. Food Court I ordered a chicken avocado bacon burger and it was surprisingly delicious! Also, not too expensive. Overall I highly recommend coming her with your kids, on a date, or just for some fun scientific exploring! I didn't get to see what the regular entrance fee was, but I'd say this would be worth it for about $25-$30 per person. I wish I would've taken more pictures of the different activities Recommendations - More hand sanitizing stations, I only recall seeing one throughout the entire place

Photos
Exploratorium - Pitcher plant

Pitcher plant

Exploratorium - Fun with optics!

Fun with optics!

Exploratorium - Wooden replica of San Francisco

See all

Wooden replica of San Francisco

de Young Museum - artmuseums - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...