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de Young Museum

DesignArtClosed · Opens 9:30amFrom $2544 O'Shaughnessy (Muni bus)

Founded in 1895, the de Young sits on the Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park in a copper-clad building by Herzog & de Meuron that opened in 2005. Its collections span American painting, sculpture and decorative arts from the 17th century on, art of Africa, Oceania and the Americas, costume and textiles, and contemporary art. The 144-foot Hamon Observation Tower is free to enter and looks out over the park, the city and the Marin Headlands.

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Getting there

50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118

Nearest station: 44 O'Shaughnessy (Muni bus), 5/5R Fulton (Muni bus), N Judah (Muni Metro, 15-minute walk)

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Hours

Early closing at 4 pm 17 September, 09:30–16:00

MonClosed
Tue09:30–17:15
Wed09:30–17:15
Thu09:30–17:15
FriToday09:30–17:15
Sat09:30–17:15
Sun09:30–17:15

Admission

From $25

Seniors $22, students $10, 17 and under free; free entry to the permanent collection from 4:30 pm; Muni riders save $3

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Visitor Information

How much does de Young Museum cost?
Standard adult admission to de Young Museum is $25. Seniors $22, students $10, 17 and under free; free entry to the permanent collection from 4:30 pm; Muni riders save $3. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of de Young Museum?
de Young Museum is open Tuesday–Sunday 9:30 am–5:15 pm; closed Mondays. Last tickets one hour before closing; the Hamon Observation Tower closes at 4:30 pm. Closes early at 4 pm on Thursday 17 September 2026. Closed on Indigenous Peoples' Day (12 October 2026), Thanksgiving (26 November 2026), Christmas Day and Presidents' Day. Free entry to the permanent collection from 4:30 pm.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is de Young Museum?
de Young Museum is located at 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118, in the Golden Gate Park area of San Francisco. The nearest stations are 44 O'Shaughnessy (Muni bus), 5/5R Fulton (Muni bus), N Judah (Muni Metro, 15-minute walk).
What can I see at de Young Museum?
Copper-clad Golden Gate Park museum of American art and art of Africa, Oceania and the Americas, with a free 360° tower. Current highlights include Treasures of the Pharaohs, Superficial Matters: Artists from the Svane Gift and Beyond, Nengi Omuku: The Gathering.
Do I need to book de Young Museum in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit de Young Museum?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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