Do children need a ticket even if they enter free?

Yes. Children under 18 are admitted free of charge but must still have a booked admission ticket. Make sure to add them when booking.

Is admission really free on the first Tuesday of the month?

Yes — the de Young Museum offers free admission to all visitors on the first Tuesday of every month. You can book directly via the museum's official ticketing page on those dates.

Does my ticket include the Legion of Honour?

Yes. A de Young admission ticket grants you same-day entry to the Legion of Honour as well, at no extra cost.

Do I need to print my ticket?

No. Your mobile ticket is accepted at the entrance — simply show your confirmation on your phone.

Is the museum wheelchair-accessible?

Yes, the de Young Museum is fully wheelchair-accessible throughout.

What time should I arrive?

Last admission is one hour before the museum closes, so plan your arrival accordingly to make the most of your visit.

de Young Museum

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Duration

3 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

General admission to the de Young Museum

Same-day admission to the Legion of Honour

Access to all permanent collection galleries

Access to the sculpture garden

Not included

Special or ticketed temporary exhibitions (may require a separate ticket)

Food and drink

How to redeem

de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

Present your mobile ticket at the museum's main entrance on Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive. No need to print — your confirmation is accepted directly on your phone.

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What to bring

Your mobile ticket or booking confirmation
Valid ID for student ticket holders

Know before you go

Last admission is one hour before closing time — check the museum's current hours before you visit.

Children under 18 must have a booked ticket even though admission is free.

The museum is fully wheelchair-accessible.

Your ticket is valid for same-day entry to the Legion of Honour.

Good to know

AccessibilityFully wheelchair-accessible

Suitable forSolo visitors, couples, families, art enthusiasts

Ticket typeDate-only — choose your visit date at booking

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