14 Museum Entry Tickets in San Francisco Worth the Fare

1.California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 586 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Explore the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park with instant-access admission. See African penguins, Claude the white alligator, a four-story rainforest, and the Steinhart Aquarium. Planetarium shows are included, but you must reserve a free pass on arrival. Plan on three to five hours, and bring comfortable shoes.

“Wear comfortable shoes, lots of walking. Rainforest exhibit is hot and humid. Worth the admission price.”

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2.The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission Ticket in San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 203 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Explore Walt Disney’s life and work at your own pace in a 40,000-square-foot museum in the Presidio. See early drawings, films, family photos, awards, and a model of Walt’s original Disneyland vision, with audio narrated in his own voice. Admission is about $25, and you should allow two to three hours.

“The entire experience just flowed from the beginning of Walt Disney's life til the end. Plan on at least three hours if you interact and read all of the exhibits. My family were captivated during the self guided tour. Great family experience, including the awesome surrounding areas (parks, restaurants, etc.).”

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3.SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 165 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $39

Your mobile ticket covers daytime admission to San Francisco’s Exploratorium at Pier 15. Explore six galleries at your own pace, from perception and bubbles to the Tinkering Studio, Bay Area science, and Bay Observatory views. The Tactile Dome is a separate experience and costs extra.

“We took our son, his wife & children. It was particularly fun as he has 2 very curious kids but totally different curiosities. The 3 year old had never seen so many things to try & figure out how they worked. The 6 year old danced her life away making all sorts of cool shadows etc”

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4.San Francisco Museum of Modern Art General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 143 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $15Best value

Visit SFMOMA at your own pace with a general admission ticket to its modern and contemporary art collection. Plan on one to three hours, though the galleries can fill more time. See works across painting, sculpture, photography, design, and media arts, plus six city-view terraces. Visitors 18 and under enter free but still need a ticket. Special exhibitions may cost extra.

“I had broken my ankle and my last day in SF I was alone. So I was able to get a wheel chair at the entrance. No problem getting around.”

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5.San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 124 reviews · 1 day · from $15

Visit SFMOMA in San Francisco with a one-day entry ticket. Explore seven floors and more than 33,000 modern and contemporary artworks, including works by Frida Kahlo, Alexander Calder, and Julie Mehretu, plus a full floor devoted to photography. Six terraces, dining spots, and a museum store add room to pause between galleries.

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6.de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 97 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $20

Visit San Francisco’s de Young Museum at your own pace with general admission, then use the same-day ticket to enter the Legion of Honor. See American art, cultural objects, photography and textiles, and head up the 144-foot Hamon Observation Tower for views across Golden Gate Park.

“The museum and its exhibits were amazing. We unfortunately could not get into the Ramses exhibit but still had a educationally good time.”

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7.Legion of Honor Museum General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $20

Visit the Legion of Honor in Lincoln Park with a mobile general admission ticket, then use included same-day admission to the de Young Museum. Explore European paintings, ancient Mediterranean art, sculptures, and the Salon Doré at your own pace. Special exhibitions and audio tours cost extra unless you select an upgrade.

“I was charged an extra $30 I was not expecting because I used Viator instead of going to the Legion of Honor website. I will avoid using Viator in the future.”

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8.California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $25

Enter the California Academy of Sciences after hours on Thursday, from 6 to 10 pm, for exhibits, changing music and a weekly science theme. See Claude the albino alligator, African penguins and the four-story rainforest, then try the Morrison Planetarium if you reserve a separate $5 pass. Admission is for ages 21 and over, with physical photo ID required.

“Really fun! Plan what you want to see in advance and go for the most popular things first e.g Rainforest and Earthquake sim. Music wasn't to my taste at all but other than that a great evening!”

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9.California Academy of Sciences Thursday NightLife Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 33 reviews · from $25

Visit the California Academy of Sciences on Thursday from 6 to 10 PM for a 21+ evening of aquarium, rainforest, and natural history exhibits with DJs, performers, and drinks for purchase. Planetarium shows require a separate $5 pass, and rainforest entry ends at 7:30 PM.

“We thought it was okay, but we can't recommend it.”

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10.San Francisco Gregangelo Museum – Immersive Interior Art Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Spend about 90 minutes exploring six of 33 art installations inside San Francisco artist Gregangelo’s private home. A guide leads the small group through a playful, story-shaped experience, with visual surprises and prompts for conversation and reflection. Groups are capped at six. Nick has guided tours, though your guide may differ.

“Such a unique and inspiring experience! Every inch of Gregangelo's home is filled with art and meaning - I wish I could have spent all day exploring. The "Into the Rabbit Hole" tour we did was delightful - I didn't know what to expect and was pleasantly diverted. I've lived in the Bay for over 20 years and highly recommend this as a thing to do for both visitors to the Bay and natives alike.”

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11.San Francisco Gregangelo Museum – Immersive Art Garden Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $127

At the Gregangelo Museum in Saint Francis Wood, your private group spends about 90 minutes solving the Riddle of the Sphinx across three art-filled gardens. The route moves from playful Garden of Youth to the Garden of Life and Garden of Wisdom, with a guide such as Nick or Marcelo leading games and reflection. Admission and a digital storybook are included.

“So grateful for the incredible tour Marcelo gave us yesterday at Gregangelo art museum. My husband had a wonderful birthday there and beyond the abundance of magnificent art, what truly stood out was the unforgettable bonding experieRead more”

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12.San Francisco Gregangelo Museum – Immersive Kids’ Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100

At the Gregangelo Museum in San Francisco, Jinx the Fairy leads a 90-minute family tour through an enchanted garden and an art-filled house. Expect make-believe spells, wishes, fairies, a comic Teddy Bear Tea Party and interactive activities for children and adults. It costs $100 per person.

“I took my almost 9 year old daughter and 4 of her friends here yesterday for the immersive kids experience and it was wonderful, for both the kids and adults! I highly recommend if you are looking for a creative, imaginative and unique event to share with your children.”

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13.Golden Gate Park Tour With California Academy of Sciences Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $70

Spend two hours walking Golden Gate Park with a local guide, stopping at the Conservatory of Flowers, AIDS Memorial Grove, Shakespeare Garden, Japanese Tea Garden and de Young’s Hamon Observation Tower. Then use your included California Academy of Sciences ticket for up to two hours inside. VIP behind-the-scenes access is an optional upgrade.

“This walking tour is very fun and engaging! Be prepared for lots of walking, so bring comfortable shoes and wear layers because of the unpredictable weather.”

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14.San Francisco Gregangelo Museum – Lunch & Behind the Scenes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $122

At 1:00 pm, meet founder Gregangelo and a creative community for a casual homemade, multicultural lunch, conversation, and a behind-the-scenes look at the museum. Artists, makers, and works in progress are part of the visit, with a spontaneous performance or special arrival possible. The tour costs $122 and is scheduled for about 90 minutes.

“It was a fun experience! I was filled with more than just art. It was a looking glass into yourself and I loved that concept.”

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