Discover the Rich Heritage at the California Historical Society

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start on US-101 or I-280, depending on your starting point in the Bay Area. Follow signs for San Francisco and merge onto I-80 W. Take the exit for the Bay Bridge, and continue towards San Francisco. Once you enter the city, take the exit toward 5th St/Brannan St. Merge onto 5th St, then turn left onto Howard St. Continue on Howard St and turn right onto Mission St. The California Historical Society will be on your left at 678 Mission St. Note that parking may be limited in SoMa, so be prepared to pay for street parking or find a nearby garage.

• Public Transportation (BART)

  If you're using public transportation, the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system is a convenient option. Board a BART train heading towards San Francisco and disembark at the Montgomery St. station. From the station, exit and walk towards Market St. Head west on Market St, and then turn right onto Mission St. Continue walking until you reach 678 Mission St, where the California Historical Society is located. The total travel time will vary based on your starting location but expect around 30-45 minutes.

• Public Transportation (Muni)

  You can also take the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Muni) buses or light rail. If you are near a Muni station, check for routes that head towards the SoMa area. The 14-Mission or 30-Stockton bus lines can drop you near Mission St. Once you get off, walk towards 678 Mission St. Be sure to check the Muni schedule for any potential delays. A one-way fare on Muni is $3.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  For a more direct route, consider taking a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply input '678 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105' as your destination. The cost will depend on your starting location and current traffic conditions, but expect fares to range from $15 to $40.