visitor and de Young staff member at visitor services desk

de Young museum, San Francisco, 2022. Photograph by Gary Sexton

Tickets + hours

Skip the admission line! Book tickets online in advance for general admission and special exhibitions. Tickets may also be purchased at the admissions desk on a first-come, first-served basis.

Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday – Sunday: 9:30 am – 5:15 pm

Tickets

  • Members: Free
  • Youth (17 and under): Free
  • Adults: $20
  • Seniors (65+): $17
  • Students (w/ valid ID): $11

Wilsey Court, the de Young Museum Store, the de Young Café, and the Hamon Observation Tower do not require a ticket for entry. The Hamon Observation Tower is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. 

At 4:30 pm we offer free admission to our permanent collection. All are welcome; no ticket required. Special exhibition prices still apply.

Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. 

Prices and hours subject to change without notice. Last ticket sold one hour before closing. Discounts cannot be combined with other offers or previously purchased tickets.

Get tickets by phone 24 / 7: 888.901.6645 (800.777.9996 for members). Transaction fees apply.

Press can request tickets by emailing press@famsf.org

Enhance your visit to the museum by purchasing an audio tour (not included in museum admission). Audio tours can be enjoyed on provided devices or your personal device.