1. HomepageHomepage
  2. United States
  3. California
  4. San Francisco
  5. Current: De Young Museum
  Manage this page
4.52 ratings
  Save museum
 
Buy your ticket(s) online now!
 

De Young Museum and its collection

De Young Museum
Source

The M.H. de Young Museum is one of two museums in San Francisco that are part of the overarching Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. The other museum is the California Palace of the Legion of Honor located in Lincoln Park. These two museums together offer a comprehensive experience of fine arts in the city.

Observation Tower with Stunning Views

The museum features a 44-meter high observation tower that allows visitors to view a large part of the Golden Gate Park, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the entire Bay Area. This feature adds a unique experience to the museum visit, offering breathtaking views of the city.

Diverse Art Collections

The De Young Museum displays the John D. Rockefeller Collection of American Art. Other permanent collections include art from Oceania and 'Art of the Americas'. These collections offer a diverse range of art pieces from different regions and periods, providing a comprehensive art experience for visitors.

Read more…

NLM.H. de Young Memorial Museum
DEM. H. de Young Memorial Museum
ITDe Young Memorial Museum

Art & Design Art & Design Ancient art Contemporary art Modern art Garden & Park

#11 Art & Design in United States #5 Ancient art museums in United States #8 Contemporary art museums in United States #6 Gardens & parks in United States #8 Modern art museums in United States #1 Art & Design in San Francisco #1 Ancient art museums in San Francisco #1 Contemporary art museums in San Francisco #1 Gardens & parks in San Francisco #1 Modern art museums in San Francisco #2 Art & Design in California #2 Ancient art museums in California #2 Contemporary art museums in California #2 Gardens & parks in California #2 Modern art museums in California

#11 Art & Design in United States #5 Ancient art museums in United States #8 Contemporary art museums in United States #6 Gardens & parks in United States #8 Modern art museums in United States #1 Art & Design in San Francisco #1 Ancient art museums in San Francisco #1 Contemporary art museums in San Francisco #1 Gardens & parks in San Francisco #1 Modern art museums in San Francisco #2 Art & Design in California #2 Ancient art museums in California #2 Contemporary art museums in California #2 Gardens & parks in California #2 Modern art museums in California

More…

De Young Museum
Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive 50
CA 94118 San Francisco
California

Images of De Young Museum

Visitor information De Young Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:30 – 17:15
Wednesday
9:30 – 17:15
Thursday
9:30 – 17:15
Friday
9:30 – 17:15
Saturday
9:30 – 17:15
Sunday
9:30 – 17:15
More opening hours

Admission

Advance reservations encouraged. Please check the website for more details.

More ticket prices

Facilities

We don't have information about the facilities of De Young Museum.

Location & Map

Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive 50, San Francisco

Discover all museums in San Francisco

Exhibitions

No exhibitions in De Young Museum have been found.

De Young Museum Reviews

De Young Museum has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The De Young Museum in San Francisco is a highly regarded art institution that offers a diverse collection spanning various cultures and time periods. Visitors often praise its impressive architecture, featuring a striking copper exterior and an observation tower with panoramic views of the city. The museum's permanent collection includes American art, textiles, and works from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, providing a comprehensive cultural experience.

    Many reviewers appreciate the rotating special exhibitions, which bring fresh and exciting artworks to the museum. The spacious, well-lit galleries allow for comfortable viewing of the art pieces. The museum's location in Golden Gate Park is also frequently mentioned as a positive aspect, offering a pleasant surrounding for pre- or post-visit walks.

    Some visitors note that the admission price can be on the higher side, although many find it worthwhile given the quality and variety of the exhibits. A few reviewers mention that certain sections of the permanent collection might feel limited compared to other major art museums. Additionally, some find the modern art selections challenging to appreciate, though this is often a matter of personal taste.

    The museum cafe and gift shop receive mixed reviews, with some praising the quality of food and merchandise, while others find them overpriced. Overall, the De Young Museum is widely recognized as a significant cultural landmark in San Francisco, offering a rewarding experience for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.

    Read more…

  • B
    barry isaac • Apr 11, 2025

    Recently,I returned to San Francisco and beautiful Golden Gate Park.I spent one fine day enjoying the Deyoung Art Museum's comprehensive collection of American Art.I have dedicated my review to its collection of paintings depicting the natural beauty of the United States from the early 19th Century until the 21st Century.The following landscape paintings at the Deyoung especially captivated me;Gustave Grunewald's"Niagara River at Cataracts",Thomas Cole's"Prometheus Bound"(this is a combination of a Transcendential Theme work with Mythology)Frederick Church's"Twilight",,Thomas Birch's"Narrows,New York Bay",Albert Bierstadt's"Spring in California",William Haseltine's"Indian Rock,Naragansett,Rhode Island",Thomas Welch's"Marin County Hills",Ernest Lawson's"Harlem River at Highbridge"(the paradigm of Lawson's very inventive style),Richard Diebenkorn's"Berkeley",and Wayne Thiebaud's'White Ridge". For those without cars,the San Francisco "N" Muni-car goes very close to Golden Gate Park and the Deyoung Art Museum(9th and Irving).

    Visited on Apr 8, 2025

  • Aggregated rating

    This rating is based on the rating of this museum on several other platforms.

Write a review

Your review helps other people learn about great and less great museums. If you've visited De Young Museum, you can write your review below! Please pay attention to our content guidelines before you post your review.

Nearby and in or around San Francisco

Discover museums near De Young Museum in or around San Francisco.

Discover all museums in San Francisco