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SFMOMA

151 Third St
San Francisco, CA 94103-3107
Phone: (415) 357-4000
SFMOMA
Cross Street:
Howard Street
Hours:
Winter: Mon-Tue, Fri-Sun 11am-5:45pm, Thu 11am-8:45pm, Summer: Mon-Tue, Fri-Sun 10am-5:45pm, Thu 10am-8:45pm

Editorial Review for SFMOMA – by Harry Roche

In Short
The museum's digs--Mario Botta's fab, post-modern jewel with the brick facade and striped oculus skylight--is a work of art in itself. In addition to showcasing its far-ranging permanent collection and hosting traveling blockbusters, it's also a hot spot for the latest digital and high-tech installations. While any fine arts establishment would kill for Matisse's "Femme au Chapeau," SFMOMA has it. The museum's crown jewel now keeps company alongside heavyweight works by Duchamp, Magritte, Rothko and Rauschenberg.

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Insider Tips

When to Go

Admission is free on the first Tuesday of every month. Docent-led tours are free with admission and conducted daily (except Wednesdays); call (415) 947-1292 for times.

Save Money

On Thursday nights after 6pm, admission is half-price.

Know Before You Go

Immediately proceed to the Learning Lounge on the museum's second floor. You'll get more from your visit if you browse the interactive learning resources and online information about exhibitions before you stroll the museum.

User Reviews for SFMOMA

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/14/2006 Posted by dewalker

The Rothko is impressive but the permanent collection suffers from lack of depth- ONE minor Pollock, ONE Brancusi, two (?) Matisse, etc. etc. Dare I say too much photography? What's the deal with all the fuzzy Daguerotypes? Far too many TV-monitor-in-a-dark-room with dissonant audio type exhibitions. The visiting exhibits can be very good.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/08/2002 Posted by megananderegg

SFMOMA is always changing; the permanent collection and the traveling exhibitions are rotated to make every visit to the museum unique and fun, even if the visitor has been there many times. Great deal!

Pros: cool building, exhibits are fun, good cafe

Cons: lots of stairs

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With innovative exhibitions by both up-and-coming and high-profile artists, this outstanding West Coast modern-art venue keeps getting better.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

When to Go

Admission is free on the first Tuesday of every month. Docent-led tours are free with admission and conducted daily (except Wednesdays); call (415) 947-1292 for times.

More Insider Tips

Visual Arts Location Information

Admission

  • $12.50
  • Seniors $8
  • Students $7
  • Children (12 and under) free

Parking

  • Pay garage
  • Metered

Venue Type

  • Museum

Hours

  • Winter: Mon-Tue, Fri-Sun 11am-5:45pm
  • Thu 11am-8:45pm
  • Summer: Mon-Tue, Fri-Sun 10am-5:45pm
  • Thu 10am-8:45pm

Payment Types

  • Cash
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

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