Legion of Honor: San Francisco's Beaux-Arts Masterpiece
Explore 4,000 years of art history at San Francisco's Legion of Honor, offering stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
The Legion of Honor, formally known as the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, is an art museum located in San Francisco's Lincoln Park. Overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, it showcases a collection spanning over 4,000 years of ancient and European art.
A brief summary to Legion of Honor
- 100 34th Ave, San Francisco, Lincoln Park, California, 94121, US
- +1415-750-3600
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9:30 am-5:15 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5:15 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5:15 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-5:15 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-5:15 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-5:15 pm
Local tips
- Visit on the first Tuesday of the month for free admission to the general galleries.
- Arrive early, especially on weekends, to secure free parking in the museum's lot.
- Show your Muni ticket or Fast Pass for a discount on the entry fee.
- Your ticket also includes same-day admission to the de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park.
- Check the museum's website for the schedule of organ concerts and special events.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From downtown San Francisco, take the 38 Geary bus towards the Outer Richmond. Transfer to the 18-46th Avenue bus at 33rd Ave and Geary. The 18 bus stops directly in front of the museum. Alternatively, from the Financial District, take the 1 California bus to 33rd Avenue and Clement Street, then walk approximately half a mile north through Lincoln Park to the museum. A single ride on Muni costs $3. Showing your Muni ticket at the ticket counter gets you a $2 discount on admission.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
From Union Square, a taxi or rideshare to the Legion of Honor takes approximately 11 minutes. Expect to pay between $24 and $30 for the ride. Note that taxi fares in San Francisco start at $4.15 for the first 1/5th of a mile, with each additional 1/5th of a mile costing $0.65, plus $0.65 for each minute of waiting or traffic delay. Bridge tolls may apply.
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Walking
From 33rd Avenue and Clement Street, walk north through Lincoln Park. Follow the paved path for approximately half a mile, enjoying the scenery, to reach the Legion of Honor. This walk takes about 20 minutes.
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