San Francisco Museums
San Francisco is not just a fun city, but it's also full of culture. These are some of San Francisco's most important museums:
The Most Important Museums in San Francisco
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
Displaying masterpieces by artists such as Matisse, Picasso, Dalí and Miró, the SFMOMA is considered to be the city's best museum.
Legion of Honor
Legion of Honor is one of the most important museums in San Francisco. Inside, you'll find works by artists such as Rodin, Rembrandt, Monet and Rubens.
Asian Art Museum
Originally gifted to the city by a millionaire art collector, the Asian Art Museum houses one of the most comprehensive Asian art collections in the world.
De Young Museum
Reopened in 2005, the de Young Museum houses a large collection of 19th and 20th century artwork. It also exhibits African works of art.
Family-Friendly Museums
California Academy of Sciences
The California Academy of Sciences is a aquarium, planetarium, and natural history museum all under one roof!
Exploratorium
The Exploratorium is far more than a museum; it's a unique place where both adults and children alike can explore the world through science.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
The Madame Tussauds museum has replaced the original San Francisco Wax Museum and houses models of both historical and present day figures.
Interesting and Surprising Museums
Cable Car Museum
The Cable Car Museum is the perfect place to learn all about the most endearing means of transport in San Francisco.
Musée Mécanique
The Musée Mécanique is a collector's dream come true! This interactive museum is home to 20th century penny arcade games and over 300 mechanical machines.
Other Museums
Contemporary Jewish Museum
The Contemporary Jewish Museum presents exhibitions that delve into modern perspectives on Jewish history, culture, art, and thought.
Cartoon Art Museum
Opened in 1984, this museum specialises in comics and cartoons and has over 6,000 original pieces - the only one of its kind in the USA!