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Asian Art Museum, San Francisco

200 Larkin Street, San Francisco, California

Description

The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco displays over 2,000 Asian works of art, some of which are 6,000 years old. The core of the permanent collection was bequeathed by Avery Brundage. Galleries cover most Asian regions such as South Asia, Central Asia, Iran/Persia, the Himalayas, China, Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia. There is also a Japanese tea house on display.

Access & Transport

The museum is at 200 Larkin St, a 2mins walk from 'Market St & 8th St' and 'Civic Center' subway stations. There are bus stops on Larkin St (19) and McAllister St (101, 130, 150) as well

Instructions & Recommendations

Timed tickets are strongly encouraged Nearby activities/attractions include the Mission District, the Painted Ladies (houses) and, if you are keen on more art, the Museum of Modern Art.

Meta review

One of the better rated museums in San Francisco and, for some reviewers, it is comparable in quality and breadth to the NY Met's Asia arts section - unlikely that everyone would agree but there is only a small minority of visitors that did express disappointment online. Beside the variety, the good level of background info provided is also regularly pointed out.

Environmental & Social

No environmental data available online. Some impact from running the museum (mostly electricity). Positive from a social perspective as it helps spread culture and the arts

Conclusion

A solid and wide-ranging collection that should be of interest to the casual visitor as well as those with specific interest in Asian arts. The central location means it is easy to add to one's itinerary.

Key positive

Wide range of regions and medium

Some good temporary exhibitions

Key negative

The display style is a little dull

Suitability

Accessible to visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in July 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on 01 Jan, Thanksgiving and 25 Dec.

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday -

Wednesday -

Thursday13:00 - 20:00

Friday10:00 - 17:00

Saturday10:00 - 17:00

Sunday10:00 - 17:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
US$17
Adult
18 - 64
US$20
Teen & Young
13 - 17
US$14
Child
3 - 12
US$0
Infant
0 - 2
US$0
Free first Sunday of the month

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