de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
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Is de Young Museum General Admission Ticket worth booking?
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket is a 2-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $25 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 105 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (105)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular permanent displays of paintings, sculpture and artifa
What you get
About this experience
Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular permanent displays of paintings, sculpture and artifacts from the Americas, Africa and Oceania, and upgrade to include the audio tour and access to the top-tier Special Exhibitions. Head up to the Hamon Observation Tower to admire stunning views of San Francisco, Marin Headlands and the Golden Gate Bridge! You can also enter the Legion of Honor Museum with this ticket at no extra cost!
What's included
Included
- Admission to the De Young Museum
- Same day admission to the Legion of Honor
Not included
- Special exhibitions or audio tours (unless selected at time of booking)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
de Young Museum
Exploring the museum at your leisure, marvel at important American paintings, sculptures and decorative objects from the 17th century to the present, as well as fascinating pottery, woodcarvings and other decorative objects from South America, Africa and New Zealand. Recharge at the de Young Café, offering views of the museum’s sculpture garden and menu items tied to the themes of current Special Exhibitions. Browse the intriguing selection of publications, home goods, toys and crafts at the museum’s stores, and don’t miss the views of the Marin Headlands from the 144-foot-tall (44-meter) Hamon Observation Tower. Enhance your de Young Museum experience with the fascinating audio tour, suitable for both adults and children. Or you can choose to upgrade admission to the Special Exhibitions. Past exhibitions have showcased masterpieces by Picasso and Van Gogh, provocative costumes by designer Jean Paul Gaultier and priceless ancient Egyptian artifacts from the tomb of King Tut.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Legion of Honor
This ticket also provides free same-day General Admission to the Legion of Honor Museum
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
de Young Museum
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, 94118, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
de Young Museum · 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, 94118, United States
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Corporation of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Standard-size backpacks and strollers allowed. Bags larger than 8"h x 8"w x 5"d must be carried by hand. Other items may be required to check. Some exhibitions have restricted stroller access
- Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Information Desks on a first-come-first–served basis
- No smoking in the museum or the park by city ordinance
- Please silence cell phones and pagers while in the galleries
- Still photography is permitted in the permanent galleries but no video, tripods, or flash photography
- Sketching is permitted for individuals with pencil on a small (9” x 12” or smaller) hand-held pad in the permanent collection only
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 105 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
105 verified traveler reviews for de Young Museum General Admission Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
exceptional in every way
This exhibiiotn is exceptional in every way includuing the shebyu collar which was one of the highest honors in ancient Egypt.
via Tripadvisor
Best Museum in the Bay
The de Young is a standout among Bay Area museums, offering a thoughtfully curated collection even during renovations. Despite the collection not being exhaustive on our visit, it remains a highlight for anyone seeking a memorable museum experience. Its wonderful design, including a striking observation deck, and strong emphasis on non-European collections, makes the de Young unique. The Indigenous and Papua New Guinean displays in particular exemplify the museum’s commitment to diversity and artistic depth. Special exhibits add extra value, though the museum’s core collection is the main draw. During our visits to the Monet and Anime exhibits, it was a pleasant bonus that special exhibit tickets also included general admission. Admission is also free for Bay Area residents, making the experience even more accessible. The museum staff at the museum tends to be focused on the special exhibits, which are typically filled with tourists. While the outdoor dining area is beautiful, I recommend eating elsewhere due to the high cost of refreshments, such as nearly $10 for a bottle of water. That said, it is well worth a day trip if you can swing it and are in the area!
via Tripadvisor
Impressive Museum & Experience
The museum is large and beautiful. Recommend getting tickets online. The staff is friendly and helpful. The visit is 2-3 hours to view all the exhibits. Currently Monet and Venice are featured. Weekend are crowded so if you can, visit during the week. The cafe offers a variety of food and beverages. Seating is available indoor and outdoor. The stores offer a good selection. The museum is across from the Museum of Industry and between three gardens.
via Tripadvisor
San Francisco's de Young is a Must Visit Museum!
San Francisco's de Young is a Must Visit Museum! We went to the de Young in November specifically to see the Art of Manga exhibit, but the permanent collection is also outstanding. In fact, even the exterior has a lot to offer, before you ever go into the museum, especially for kids who need to burn off some energy. As you walk toward the main entrance, look down. You'll see a crack on the ground in amongst the pavers. That's an art installation mimicking the actual crack in the Earth from San Francisco's 1906 earthquake. Kids can follow the crack, hiking up over boulders, back down, and snaking through the entire entrance plaza for a good ten minutes while the adults look on. Kids might also enjoy looking at the lily pond and seeing what they can spot. Plus, there's a sundial atop a turtle statue where they can practice telling time. Anyhow, inside the multi-story museum, you'll find a wonderful portrait gallery, a landscape gallery, and again for the youngsters, there's a painting they should try to find of a green half dragon-half human playing an organ that they might really like. And nearby, is an ornate wooden fireplace with dogs carved on either side. The Oceania exhibit has a bright orange seed pod worth seeing (this writer won't spoil what its purpose is). You'll also find some Wayne Theibaud and a Richard Mayhew painting with beautiful colors. And so, so much more on display. Plus, the cafe is very good, as is the exterior space with the giant safety pin statue, so you could make this a four hour visit, should you be so inclined. I have been here many times, I will go again and again, and I hope you do, too.
via Tripadvisor
A must-see museum
I visited the Monet/Venice exhibition which was outstanding. What I was concerned about was that too many people may have been admitted, ruining the experience however I was very impressed with the way that the staff handled the entry and exit process. Only a reasonable number of people were admitted at any time with timed tickets working very well. This meant that this hugely popular exhibition was enjoyable and was not ruined by admitting too many people. Great work!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 37
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.
How much does de Young Museum General Admission Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Francisco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does de Young Museum General Admission Ticket take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Francisco is not rushed.
Is de Young Museum General Admission Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 105 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule de Young Museum General Admission Ticket?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is de Young Museum General Admission Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book de Young Museum General Admission Ticket?
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Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Francisco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Francisco and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does de Young Museum General Admission Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Francisco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Francisco?
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San Francisco packs Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa and the bay into day-trip range, which makes booking order matter more than anywhere else in the US. Alcatraz sells out weeks ahead, wine-country vans fill on weekends, and the best food walks in the Mission and Chinatown cap at a dozen people. Our ranking favours small groups and guides who live in the neighbourhood they walk. On Outty we rank every San Francisco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
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September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Francisco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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