Museum

Legion of Honor

📍 100 34th Avenue (Lincoln Park), San Francisco, CA 94121, USA

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★★★★★

Introduction

Perched on a clifftop in Lincoln Park overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific, the Legion of Honor is part of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Its French neoclassical Palace of the Legion of Honor building, modeled on Paris's Palais de la Légion d'Honneur, was built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition. The collection focuses on European art and holds North America's premier collection of Auguste Rodin sculpture, including the iconic bronze 'The Kiss,' alongside works by Rembrandt, Monet and Picasso.

✨ Highlights

North America's foremost Rodin sculpture collection including 'The Kiss'

At Legion of Honor, North America's foremost Rodin sculpture collection including 'The Kiss' is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

European masterworks by Rembrandt, Monet, Degas and Picasso

At Legion of Honor, European masterworks by Rembrandt, Monet, Degas and Picasso is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Golf-course vista of the Golden Gate Bridge and Pacific

At Legion of Honor, Golf-course vista of the Golden Gate Bridge and Pacific is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Beaux-Arts building modeled on Paris's Palais de la Légion d'Honneur

At Legion of Honor, Beaux-Arts building modeled on Paris's Palais de la Légion d'Honneur is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & clothing：Prepare for the local climate with sun protection, water and suitable footwear; some outdoor spots can be sunny.

→On-site notes：Follow on-site signs and rules, protect the heritage/environment, and do not climb or touch exhibits.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven ground and may be physically demanding.

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:15pm, closed Mondays; closed Christmas and Thanksgiving, subject to on-site confirmation; admission: Adult about $20, seniors 65+ about $17, students about $11, ages 17 and under free.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Legion of Honor?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:15pm, closed Mondays; closed Christmas and Thanksgiving, subject to on-site confirmation; admission: Adult about $20, seniors 65+ about $17, students about $11, ages 17 and under free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.