Un museo donde las demandas arquitectónicas y los crucés inflables gigantes son parte de la colección permanente
SFMOMA is open Thursday through Monday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and on Thursdays until 8:00 pm; it is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. You can easily get there by BART to Montgomery Station or by Muni bus; the address is 151 Third Street, San Francisco. More details on the official website or call (415) 357-4000.
General admission is $32 for adults, $27 for seniors 65+, $22 for students, and free for visitors under 18; annual passes are available. It is recommended to buy tickets online in advance to avoid lines. Check updated prices at sfmoma.org/tickets.
It is recommended to spend at least 2–3 hours to see the main collections, but with temporary exhibitions and the building's architecture, a full visit can last 4 hours or more. Plan according to your pace so you do not have to rush.
Founded in 1935, SFMOMA is one of the most important modern art museums in the United States, with a collection of more than 33,000 works focused on modern and contemporary art by artists such as Warhol and Giacometti. Its 2016 expansion by Snøhetta turned it into an architectural icon. Discover more at sfmoma.org/about.
The best seasons are spring and fall for pleasant weather in San Francisco, and go early in the morning at opening time or on Thursday evenings to avoid crowds. Avoid weekends if you are looking for a quieter visit.
Yes, the museum is fully accessible with elevators, ramps, free wheelchairs, and adapted restrooms on every floor. Tactile tours and audio descriptions for visually impaired visitors are available; check details at sfmoma.org/accessibility.
Just steps from the museum are Yerba Buena Gardens with public art and views, the Contemporary Jewish Museum, and the Performing Arts Center. Walk to the Embarcadero for ferries and the Ferry Building Marketplace, ideal for a full day out.
Buy tickets online in advance, use the coat check for large backpacks, and download the museum app for maps and audio guides. Wear comfortable shoes for the sculptural staircases and eat at the seventh-floor café with panoramic views.
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