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Miró: Proof Against All

A focused look at À toute épreuve (1958), the Miró and Paul Éluard book for which Miró cut more than 230 woodblocks, the high point of his work as an illustrator.

Now showing25 Jul – 25 Jul 2027$25

Eternal Paris: Photographing the City of Light

Nearly 50 photographs from the Achenbach collection, many never shown, from Baldus to Atget and Brassaï, tracing how the camera built the myth of modern Paris.

Now showing5 Sept – 4 Apr 2027$25

Azzedine Alaïa: Sculpting Fashion

The first major US retrospective of the Tunisian-born Paris couturier: 80 garments, including designs worn by Tina Turner, Grace Jones and Rihanna.

Upcoming21 Nov – 11 Apr 2027

Bouquets to Art 2027

The 43rd annual floral fundraiser: leading designers fill the de Young and Legion of Honor galleries with arrangements inspired by the artworks.

Upcoming2 Mar 2027 – 7 Mar 2027$25

Permanent Collections

Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts

The West's largest collection of works on paper, over 90,000 prints, drawings, photographs and artists' books, shown in rotating displays.

Permanent collection$25

Rodin and The Thinker

The Thinker in the Court of Honor heads a Rodin collection of more than 90 sculptures given by Alma Spreckels, including The Kiss and The Age of Bronze.

Permanent collection$25

Claude Monet, Water Lilies

Monet's Water Lilies (ca. 1914-1917), painted from his Giverny garden, anchors the view down the museum's north wing from Gallery 19.

Permanent collection$25

European Paintings

More than 800 paintings from Fra Angelico to Monet, strongest in 18th-century French, Dutch and Flemish masters and the largest group of El Grecos on the West Coast.

Permanent collection$25

Visitor Information

How much does Legion of Honor cost?

Standard adult admission to Legion of Honor is $25. Seniors (65+) $22; students with ID $10; youth 17 and under and members free. Free general admission (permanent collection) on Saturdays for Bay Area residents. Muni riders save $3 on adult admission.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Legion of Honor?

Legion of Honor is open Tuesday-Sunday 9:30am-5:15pm; closed Mondays. Closed Presidents' Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day (12 Oct 2026), Thanksgiving (26 Nov 2026) and Christmas Day. Advance reservations encouraged.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Legion of Honor?

Legion of Honor is located at 100 34th Avenue (at Clement Street), Lincoln Park, San Francisco, CA 94121, in the Lincoln Park, Outer Richmond area of San Francisco. The nearest stations are Muni 18 - Legion of Honor (stops at the entrance), Muni 38 Geary - 33rd Ave & Clement St (about 10 min walk) and Muni 1 California - 33rd Ave & Geary Blvd (about 10 min walk).

What can I see at Legion of Honor?

Clifftop Beaux-Arts palace above the Golden Gate, with Rodin's Thinker, European old masters and ancient art. Current highlights include Azzedine Alaïa: Sculpting Fashion, Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts and Rodin and The Thinker.

Do I need to book Legion of Honor 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 Legion of Honor?

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.