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Asian Art Museum
Art Museum
Civic Center, San Francisco
"free admission & family programs"(6 Tips)
"Maharaja Exhibit is great!"(3 Tips)
"ASIAN ART MUSEUM: TARGET FIRST FREE SUNDAYSFree general admission"(3 Tips)
"1st Sundays are Free and Cafe Asia has yummy daily specials."(10 Tips)
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Bình HàOctober 30, 2016Great & thorough collection. I could've spent a day in there. Suprisingly have an item of Vietnam on the South East Asia department, which is the first time I ever saw one. Vast collection of China.
Tom CardenJune 14, 2012You don't need a museum ticket to eat here and the canteen-style cafe is tasty and affordable. Just ask for a sticker at the desk. That said, check out the collection at least once, it's fantastic!Upvoted Jan 5
Russell Allen EsmusAugust 8, 2014I love that they offer a free day each month. With that said, their rotating featured collections are worth paying for. I like the miniatures also the pottery is beautiful.
Conner HobsonMarch 4, 2016This is the most fully comprehensive museum I've been to, exhibiting art from China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Set aside over 2 hours if you want to see everything.
Sergei PolikinJuly 22, 2014Wonderful exposition. Three floors. 1 floor: ancient&contemporary art exhibition Gorgeous, store, cafe. 2 floor: China,Korea,Japan art. 3 floor: China,Southeast Asia,Persian,Himalayas & Tibetian art
Jessica MelgozaDecember 16, 2018It’s a very beautiful place and very interesting, I love it, they have two options for you, $$15 for visiting only the 2nd floor or $$25 for the all exhibitions.
JennyMay 31, 2015First free Sundays, huge museum. One of the best in the Bay Area, especially awesome if you're into the history of Eastern religions
Oz LublingJune 20, 2015The current exhibition of the Rubell collection is really fascinating. Go on Thursday after 5pm and get in for $5. Beautiful museum.
The Ritz-CarltonMay 24, 2016During your visit to the Asian Art Museum, be sure to visit The C. Laan Chun Library which houses one of the most comprehensive research libraries on Asian art and culture.
Charlene NaughtonJuly 15, 2024The permanent collections are beautiful but the staff is very unfriendly and there's little incorporation for children to learn the appreciation of the art here.
Wilson Favre-DelerueApril 12, 2016Gorgeous building, magnificent collection and exhibitions, super or helpful staff. A gem of a museum.
Alistair JeffsNovember 28, 2023Good shows, building and architecture but weak cafe offering (no hot drinks) and the surrounding neighborhood continues to be uncomfortable. Get it together, city of SF!
Michelin Travel & LifestyleFebruary 20, 2014Start in the 3rd-flr South Asia galleries + work down to the ground floor temporary exhibits. Tea ceremonies held 2x monthly. - Green Guide Editor
Patricia LeeJanuary 25, 2017The Korean section is my favorite and has beautiful pieces. I wish it was much bigger. Currently it occupies a single corridor.
Bennett W WongNovember 28, 2014Great way to educate yourself and enhance your knowledge on the history of fine arts. First Sunday of each month - free admission? Bonus points!
Ray HartjenNovember 8, 2014Great exhibits, both permanent and visiting collections. Try the cafe at lunch and take a slow walk around afterwards.
Vivian LiSeptember 23, 2016I went in for the Imperial Treasures exhibit which unfortunately left September 18, 2016. It was an incredible treat and I can't wait to go back for more new exhibits.
Victoria NguyenSeptember 24, 2018It was pretty good but the entire 3rd floor is currently closed for renovation which feels like almost half the museum (West Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia).
Jeremy CSeptember 9, 2014Free on 1st Sunday each month. Check out their 'Gorgeous' exhibit spanning multiple eras, cultures and genres.
Anthony MackayAugust 16, 2013Larry Ellison personal collection is a must during the America's Cup 2013. #spectacular #artwork
I love working here! I'm learning so much about the Asian culture. I wish more people would take the time to learn about everyones culture. It would erase a lot of negativity in the world. But I love
Ting SNovember 6, 2015A special Asian Musuem near City Hall. Check out both permanent and seasonal exhibitions. Really high standard.
Alan GarciaOctober 6, 2013Looking for an an animated and engaging tour guide? Find and follow Barbara. I found her starting a tour at 1PM by the first Ganesh sculpture on a first free free Sunday.
Runqiu CaiSeptember 8, 2014Free admission first Sunday of the month. Has a new exhibit called "Gorgeous" which features modern art.
The current exhibit, Gorgeous, is a good look at SFMOMA's collection, while the new building is being built!
Chanel AlexanderNovember 20, 2011Beautiful collections. Definitely worth checking out and don't forget to stop by their cafe. They have some really good lunch and dinner specials!
Westfield San Francisco CentreJanuary 30, 2013Join us at Westfield San Francisco Centre as we celebrate the Chinese New Year with Asian Art Museum Partnership, Bloomingdale's Trend Shop and M.Y. China! Get all the details here: Read more
Monica KumarJanuary 6, 2017Took the free tour of the Rama Epic Exhibition and it was very informative!
Richard ChanMay 26, 2013This museum lets you get real intimate with the art. Photography is allowed.
Charnell McQueenNovember 18, 2012Great Art district with many spectacular museums but its such a shame that the city is in poverty and in distress :/
Celebrate Pride with Asian Art! Only $5 admission, AC, & clean bathrooms, not to mention all the awesome art!
MuseumNerdAugust 19, 2011Pause for a moment to contemplate in the contemplative cove in the Japanese galleries. The Izumi Masatoshi "Basin" fountain, like @metmuseum's Noguchi makes moving water look still.
Kim FujiwaraMarch 26, 2013Try the Pastrami Salami Sandwich - Pastrami and salami with a roasted red pepper aioli
AsianWeek FoundationMay 2, 2012Free admission to the Asian Art Museum on Saturday, May 19th, courtesy of Target! and hosted in conjunction with the Asian Heritage Street Celebration - http://www.asianfairsf.com
Rhonda ScharfSeptember 22, 2012Free on the first Sunday of each month. $12 other times - although gift shop entry is free!
Camila McHughSeptember 11, 2015Hughen/starkweather's Re:depiction exhibit is provocative and beautiful.
Totally thought this was the DMV on a drunken night. Tried to go in and renew my license. Turns out there was a bunch of ABG's.- Diem LeOctober 6, 2009ASIAN ART MUSEUM: TARGET FIRST FREE SUNDAYSFree general admission on the first Sunday of every month and the family programs offered on that day—is made possible by Target. Admission is granted on
Tammy QuackenbushSeptember 23, 2012Try the Chicken Tenders - Nicely cooked with salad and side of spicy may for dipping. Yum!
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