Amoeba Music: A Haight-Ashbury Vinyl Paradise
Explore a vast collection of music, movies, and memorabilia at this iconic Haight-Ashbury record store. A must-visit for music lovers!
Amoeba Music in San Francisco is more than just a record store; it's a cultural landmark in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. Housed in a converted bowling alley, it boasts an enormous collection of music, movies, and memorabilia, reflecting the area's history of music and free expression. A must-visit for music lovers, Amoeba offers a vast selection of genres, from rock and jazz to world music and underground hip-hop.
A brief summary to Amoeba Music
- 1855 Haight St, San Francisco, Haight-Ashbury, California, 94117, US
- +1415-831-1200
- Visit website
- Monday 11 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 11 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 11 am-7 pm
- Thursday 11 am-7 pm
- Friday 11 am-7 pm
- Saturday 11 am-7 pm
- Sunday 11 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Check Amoeba's website or in-store listings for upcoming free live performances and events.
- Browse the dollar bins for surprisingly great finds and hidden musical treasures.
- Take public transportation, as parking in Haight-Ashbury can be challenging.
- Amoeba validates parking for one hour at the Kezar Stadium lot with a purchase.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From downtown San Francisco, take the Muni. Several bus lines, including the 7, 33, 43, and 6, stop near Amoeba Music. The N Judah light rail line also runs near Haight Street; get off at Carl St & Stanyan and walk downhill. A single ride on Muni costs $3.00, or $2.50 with a Clipper card. A day pass is available for $5.70 via the MuniMobile app.
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Walking
From the eastern edge of Golden Gate Park, walk east along Haight Street. Amoeba Music is located at 1855 Haight Street, on the right-hand side.
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Taxi/Ride-share
Request a taxi or ride-share to 1855 Haight Street, San Francisco. From downtown, a typical ride-share will cost $10-$15, depending on traffic.
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Parking
Street parking in Haight-Ashbury is limited and can be difficult to find. Amoeba Music validates parking for one hour at the Kezar Stadium lot at Stanyan St. & Beulah St with a purchase. Be aware of street cleaning schedules and parking restrictions.
