San Francisco · SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS
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Out of 18 san francisco museums & attractions on this site, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and the details that matter are below, so you can choose in a few minutes and get back to the fun part.
Instant Academy of Sciences entry lets you tour aquarium, planetarium, and rainforest in Golden Gate Park, usually 3–5 hours.
“So much to see! Especially enjoyed the aquarium and other live exhibits - a great way to spend an afternoon, with or without kids. There is a bit of bias with a few of the factoids posted around but easily ignored.”
Timed general entry to Aquarium of the Bay at Pier 39. Walk a 300-foot tunnel with sharks and jellies in about 2 hours.
“We Didnt get to go. They shut early. We are very disappointed we didn't get to go since it was for my birthday”
Mobile-entry tickets to the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco’s Presidio. Scan in, explore Walt’s story, and enjoy Golden Gate views.
“So much reading to do but well worth it. An audio version for eg kuds, dyslexics would be a great idea. Each gallery was different and interesting and Walt's life story was well told. Felt like I knew him by the end and cried at the tributes and thinking hiw much he has left as his legacy. He always seemed so positive even in the face of adversity which I admire greatly.”
Skip-the-line daytime admission to the Exploratorium at Pier 15. Explore six hands-on galleries in 3–5 hours at your own pace.
“Excellent & interesting facility for hands-on learning activities. Great for all ages. Guaranteed to expand your knowledge.”
SFMOMA general admission in San Francisco gives you 1–3 hours to roam modern art at your pace, with terraces and city views.
“Wonderful museum and a beautiful building. All the exhibits were wonderful. Really loved the Nam June Piak exhibit. Worth the cost of admittance”
SFMOMA ticket gives you a full day exploring 7 floors, 33,000+ works, terraces, photography, sculpture, and great eats.
Prebook de Young Museum general admission in Golden Gate Park, explore at your pace, then add free same-day entry to the Legion of Honor.
“We were in SF for a short stay and put a visit to the De Young on the top of our priority list so we could see the Kehinde Wiley show. It was amazing. Outstanding, beautiful, moving and emotionally inspiring.”
Prebook a $20 mobile ticket to the Legion of Honor for 2–4 hours and add free same-day de Young entry in SF.
“Last Days of Pompei was excellent. The displays were informative and entertaining. I would recommend to anyone.”
Skip-the-line After Dark at the Exploratorium: adult science exhibits, SF Bay views, and a 6–10 pm party vibe.
“What a super fun experience! We were able to play along with all of the interactive activities without worrying about stepping on kid’s toes! A very cool experience. Glad we did it!”
Adults-only NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park with exhibits after dark, music, bars, and optional planetarium shows.
“Was a very cool tour just wished we had more time to explore with a guide and more time to relax into the evening at the bar and snack area.”
Garden riddles, artist studios, and a mostly vegetarian lunch at the Gregangelo Museum in San Francisco for groups of six.
“The home defies description. We happened to visit when there was a special event, and the email invitation was a bit unclear that it was an "instead of" rather than an "addition to" so we arrived way too early. A bit inconvenient since it was a bit of a waste of a day, but we returned later for the evening. The tour was a sort of celebration of a Malysian Day of the Dead. Beautiful and special treats were offered along with a tea tasting. Lots of magic and other entertainment was offered as well as the tour. The feing was one of being invited to an elaborate private party.…”
Ride The Flyer at PIER 39 for 20 minutes of flying-theater thrills over Golden Gate, Alcatraz, Chinatown, Muir Woods, and Coit Tower.
Thursday NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences: 21+ DJs, cocktails, and after-hours rainforest, aquarium, and planetarium.
“We thought it was okay, but we can't recommend it.”
A guided 90-minute look at Gregangelo’s private home art, with six installations, small groups of up to six, and thoughtful prompts.
“The experience (we did the indoor "Into the Rabbit Hole" tour) was great, and so much more than we had anticipated going in. My wife and I enjoy visiting immersive art exhibits everywhere we go, and we went expecting spaces we would just roam around freely in, enjoying the decor like you would at somewhere like a Meow Wolf. As it turned out, it was a guided experience that fused the interesting visuals we expected with opportunities for self reflection and bonding with fellow tour goers.”
Fly over San Francisco in a motion-based simulator at Pier 39. Two ride options, 15 minutes, and easy Wharf access for $14.
“Meh, I don’t really know about this one. I compare this to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universal Studios Hollywood, without the upside down part. The seats just move and turn with the projection in front of you, you have a seatbelt and only a seatbelt to secure you.”
