Asian Art Museum

We're one of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art. In other words, you can have a lot of fun and learn a ton of cool stuff.

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    (415) 581-3500

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    asianart.org

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    Art Museum

Address

200 Larkin St (at McAllister St) San Francisco , CA 94102 United States

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Bình Hà

Great & 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 Carden

You 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!

Russell Allen Esmus

I 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 Hobson

This 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 Polikin

Wonderful 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 Melgoza

It’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 .

Oz Lubling

The current exhibition of the Rubell collection is really fascinating. Go on Thursday after 5pm and get in for $5. Beautiful museum .

The Ritz-Carlton

During 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 Naughton

The 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-Delerue

Gorgeous building, magnificent collection and exhibitions , super or helpful staff . A gem of a museum .

Alistair Jeffs

Good 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 & Lifestyle

Start in the 3rd-flr South Asia galleries + work down to the ground floor temporary exhibits . Tea ceremonies held 2x monthly. - Green Guide Editor

Patricia Lee

The Korean section is my favorite and has beautiful pieces. I wish it was much bigger. Currently it occupies a single corridor.

Bennett W Wong

Great way to educate yourself and enhance your knowledge on the history of fine arts . First Sunday of each month - free admission ? Bonus points!

Ray Hartjen

Great exhibits , both permanent and visiting collections. Try the cafe at lunch and take a slow walk around afterwards.

Vivian Li

I 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 .

Jeremy C

Free on 1st Sunday each month. Check out their 'Gorgeous' exhibit spanning multiple eras, cultures and genres.

Anthony Mackay

Larry Ellison personal collection is a must during the America's Cup 2013. #spectacular #artwork

Ting S

A special Asian Musuem near City Hall . Check out both permanent and seasonal exhibitions . Really high standard.

Michael

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

Victoria Nguyen

It 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 ).

Alan Garcia

Looking 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 Cai

Free admission first Sunday of the month. Has a new exhibit called "Gorgeous" which features modern art .

Nicole Aptekar

The current exhibit , Gorgeous, is a good look at SFMOMA's collection, while the new building is being built!

Chanel Alexander

Beautiful collections. Definitely worth checking out and don't forget to stop by their cafe . They have some really good lunch and dinner specials !

Ros Hodgekiss

Free admission , the first Sunday of the month.

Westfield San Francisco Centre

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Karen

Thursday evenings for $5 are such a bargain!

Monica Kumar

Took the free tour of the Rama Epic Exhibition and it was very informative!

Richard Chan

This museum lets you get real intimate with the art . Photography is allowed.

Julie Avra

Beautiful building, so much to see so plan to spend time

Helio Medeiros

There is a day per month with free fare. Try once return always

Allison Kasic

Good permanent collection, outstanding special exhibits .

Sofia Uz

$5 on Thursdays and open late ! Seduction exhibition is very interesting

Charnell McQueen

Great Art district with many spectacular museums but its such a shame that the city is in poverty and in distress :/

Michael Smith

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.

Serena Olsen

Celebrate Pride with Asian Art ! Only $5 admission, AC , & clean bathrooms , not to mention all the awesome art !

MuseumNerd

Pause 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 Fujiwara

Try the Pastrami Salami Sandwich - Pastrami and salami with a roasted red pepper aioli

AJ L

Get your complimentary tickets on SF Library Discover and Go!

Shri L

Special collections always worth it

Rhonda Scharf

Free on the first Sunday of each month. $12 other times - although gift shop entry is free!

AsianWeek Foundation

Free 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

Camila McHugh

Hughen/starkweather's Re:depiction exhibit is provocative and beautiful.

Diem Le

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Jenny N

The free docent tours are wonderful and highly informative.

Tammy Quackenbush

Try the Chicken Tenders - Nicely cooked with salad and side of spicy may for dipping . Yum!

Felipe C.

The Southeast Asian wing is fantastic, a must see.

Jahnabi Barooah

The collection of Indian sculptures is quite extensive.

Ami H.

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So many coffee options! The Mame's burrito company green chile breakfast burritos are yummy too. - Michelle Alexander