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de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

95 Reviews 4.36 out of 5 stars Based on 95 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | San Francisco, USA
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On average, this is booked 24 (11.4) days in advance.

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Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular permanent displays of paintings, sculpture and artifacts from the Americas, Africa and Oceania, and upgrade to include the audio tour and access to the top-tier Special Exhibitions. Head up to the Hamon Observation Tower to admire stunning views of San Francisco, Marin Headlands and the Golden Gate Bridge! You can also enter the Legion of Honor Museum with this ticket at no extra cost!

What's Included

  • Admission to the De Young Museum
  • Same day admission to the Legion of Honor
  • Special exhibitions or audio tours (unless selected at time of booking)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California 94118, United States

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Exploring the museum at your leisure, marvel at important American paintings, sculptures and decorative objects from the 17th century to the present, as well as fascinating pottery, woodcarvings and other decorative objects from South America, Africa and New Zealand.Recharge at the de Young Café, offering views of the museum’s sculpture garden and menu items tied to the themes of current Special Exhibitions. Browse the intriguing selection of publications, home goods, toys and crafts at the museum’s stores, and don’t miss the views of the Marin Headlands from the 144-foot-tall (44-meter) Hamon Observation Tower.Enhance your de Young Museum experience with the fascinating audio tour, suitable for both adults and children. Or you can choose to upgrade admission to the Special Exhibitions. Past exhibitions have showcased masterpieces by Picasso and Van Gogh, provocative costumes by designer Jean Paul Gaultier and priceless ancient Egyptian artifacts from the tomb of King Tut.
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Legion of Honor

This ticket also provides free same-day General Admission to the Legion of Honor Museum
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Standard-size backpacks and strollers allowed. Bags larger than 8"h x 8"w x 5"d must be carried by hand. Other items may be required to check. Some exhibitions have restricted stroller access
  • Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Information Desks on a first-come-first–served basis

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the de Young Museum General Admission Ticket?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-5959DEYOUNG

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Average 4.36 out of 5 stars based on 95 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Admission to the De Young Museum
  • Same day admission to the Legion of Honor
  • Special exhibitions or audio tours (unless selected at time of booking)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Standard-size backpacks and strollers allowed. Bags larger than 8"h x 8"w x 5"d must be carried by hand. Other items may be required to check. Some exhibitions have restricted stroller access
  • Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Information Desks on a first-come-first–served basis
  • No smoking in the museum or the park by city ordinance
  • Please silence cell phones and pagers while in the galleries
  • Still photography is permitted in the permanent galleries but no video, tripods, or flash photography
  • Sketching is permitted for individuals with pencil on a small (9” x 12” or smaller) hand-held pad in the permanent collection only

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