Cartoon Art Museum, Oakland Travel Guide

Getting There

• Walking

  From anywhere in Fisherman's Wharf, the Cartoon Art Museum is easily accessible on foot. Head west towards Ghirardelli Square and you'll find the museum on Beach Street, across from Aquatic Park. The walk is generally flat and takes only a few minutes from most points in the area.

• Public Transport

  The Powell/Hyde Cable Car line stops directly across the street from the Cartoon Art Museum. Alternatively, the F Line streetcar stops a couple of blocks away. From Union Square, take the Powell/Hyde Cable Car ($8 per ride). Several bus lines also serve the area. A single ride on Muni costs $3, or you can purchase a day pass for $5.70 for unlimited rides on buses, trains, and historic streetcars.

• Ride Share/Taxi

  Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft provide a convenient way to reach the Cartoon Art Museum. A short ride from downtown San Francisco will typically cost between $13 and $17, depending on traffic. Note that prices may surge during peak hours.

• Parking

  Several parking garages are located near the Cartoon Art Museum. The Ghirardelli Square Garage at 900 Northpoint Boulevard is the closest option, with rates starting at $18 for the first three hours. The Hyde Beach Garage at 655 Beach Street is another option, with hourly rates starting at $5 on weekdays and $5 for every half hour on weekends, with a daily maximum of $50. Street parking is limited and metered.