When is San Francisco Museum of Modern Art open?
Mon–Tue 10 AM–5 PM; Wed closed; Thu 11 AM–6 PM; Fri–Sun 10 AM–5 PM.
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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- 4.616k reviews
- $$
- Open now · till 5 pm
SFMOMA offers a bright, modern atmosphere showcasing contemporary and modern art across multiple floors and expansive galleries. Expect large-scale installations, rotating special exhibitions, a significant photography collection, and thoughtfully designed public spaces — a must-visit for art lovers, photographers, and those seeking cultural inspiration. The museum’s layout and museum shop make it easy to spend a relaxed few hours exploring, learning, and enjoying occasional rooftop views of the city.
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When is the best time to visit San Francisco Museum of Modern Art?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is San Francisco Museum of Modern Art indoors or outdoors?
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
How much does San Francisco Museum of Modern Art cost?
Google lists its prices as $$.
Where is San Francisco Museum of Modern Art?
151 3rd St,San Francisco, CA 94103.
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Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
Nearly as good as its best, 2 pm.
In its favour
- Open till 5 pm
- Best in the afternoon
- Indoors
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Best time to go
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Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 5 pm- monday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- tuesday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- wednesday
- Closed
- thursday
- 11 AM–6 PM
- friday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- saturday
- 10 AM–5 PM
- sundayToday
- 10 AM–5 PM
Where and how
- 1 San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- 2 Sana’a cafe · 3 min
- 3 Yerba Buena Children’s Garden · 4 min
- 4 The Lark · 4 min
- 5 Yerba Buena Bar · 4 min
Good to know
- Indoors
- Price $$
- Good for solo
- Good for small groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.6from 16k reviews
Known for
- Sightseeing
- Photography
- Art installations
- Scenic views
The feel
- Trendy
- Spacious
- Tourists
- Solo friendly
Around South of Market
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Sana’a cafeCafé · 3 min walk
Good nowYerba Buena Children’s GardenPark · 4 min walk
The LarkBar · 4 min walk
Yerba Buena BarBar · 4 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a light layer. Sunglasses until 3 pm. Sunscreen until 2 pm.
Light layerThe whole time
SunglassesUntil 3 pm
SunscreenUntil 2 pm
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.