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Visit San Francisco Railway Museum

Admission

General Admission

Free

Opening hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Address and Phone

77 Steuart St, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States

+1 415-974-1948

About the San Francisco Railway Museum

The San Francisco Railway Museum chronicles the history of the city’s public transit system, particularly its iconic streetcars and cable cars. Through exhibits and artifacts, the museum highlights the development and cultural significance of urban transportation in San Francisco.

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FREE ADMISSION

When is admission free at San Francisco Railway Museum?

Admission to the San Francisco Railway Museum is always free, inviting visitors to explore the city’s rich transit history without any cost. Located at 77 Steuart Street, across from the Ferry Building, the museum is open from Wednesday to Saturday, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Exhibits include vintage streetcar artifacts, historic photographs, and a full-size replica of a 1911 streetcar motorman’s platform. While donations are appreciated to support the museum’s operations, no tickets or reservations are required to visit.

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