Museum

Cartoon Art Museum

📍 781 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, San Francisco
Category: Museum
Duration: allow 1-1.5 hours
Opening Hours: Thu-Tue 11am-5pm, closed Wednesdays
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Adults $10, San Francisco residents $7, students and seniors $6, children 6-12 $4, under 5 free
Address: 781 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Coordinates: 37.8070, -122.4200

Introduction

The Cartoon Art Museum at 781 Beach Street in San Francisco, next to Ghirardelli Square near Fisherman's Wharf, is one of the United States' leading museums devoted to cartoon, animation and comic art. Founded in 1984, its collection holds tens of thousands of original comic art, newspaper editorial cartoons, comic books and illustrations. Galleries rotate themed exhibitions spanning mainstream comic strips, underground comics, editorial cartoons and anime, and there are youth drawing areas and a rich library-archive for research. Fans see it as a window into America's cartoon-creating ecosystem.

✨ Highlights

Thousands of original comic and editorial cartoon artworks shown in rotating themed exhibitions

At Cartoon Art Museum, Thousands of original comic and editorial cartoon artworks shown in rotating themed exhibitions is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Youth drawing/activity areas for hands-on creativity

At Cartoon Art Museum, Youth drawing/activity areas for hands-on creativity is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Convenient spot beside Ghirardelli Square and Fisherman's Wharf

At Cartoon Art Museum, Convenient spot beside Ghirardelli Square and Fisherman's Wharf is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A library and archive open for comic-art research

At Cartoon Art Museum, A library and archive open for comic-art research 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.

→Opening Hours：Thu-Tue 11am-5pm, closed Wednesdays

→Transportation：Take the Powell-Hyde or Powell-Mason cable car to Fisherman's Wharf, or buses 8, 19 or 30 to the Beach Street/Ghirardelli Square area.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Adults $10, San Francisco residents $7, students and seniors $6, children 6-12 $4, under 5 free

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Thu-Tue 11am-5pm, closed Wednesdays; admission: Adults $10, San Francisco residents $7, students and seniors $6, children 6-12 $4, under 5 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

What are the opening hours of Cartoon Art Museum?

Thu-Tue 11am-5pm, closed Wednesdays

How much is the admission for Cartoon Art Museum?

Adult: Free; Adults $10, San Francisco residents $7, students and seniors $6, children 6-12 $4, under 5 free

Any practical tips for visiting Cartoon Art Museum?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Thu-Tue 11am-5pm, closed Wednesdays; admission: Adults $10, San Francisco residents $7, students and seniors $6, children 6-12 $4, under 5 free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.