Madame Tussauds San Francisco

Overview

Madame Tussauds San Francisco is a wax museum located in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. It features lifelike wax figures of celebrities, historical figures, and pop culture icons.

A premier wax museum offering an immersive experience with lifelike wax figures.

Wax Museum Entertainment

Location

Address

145 Jefferson St., San Francisco, California

Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

Coordinates

37.801800, -122.405100

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$30

Children

$18

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring exhibits

summer

hot

• Extended hours

autumn

cool

• Halloween decorations

winter

cold

• Holiday displays

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

entry $30

parking $10

food $15

souvenirs $25

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Madame Tussauds SF App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: San Francisco International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$40 30 min

public_transport

$5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique wax figures

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

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ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, indoor areas

prohibited areas special exhibits

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Pier 39

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Tourist Attraction

Aquarium of the Bay

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Aquarium

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+14154334440

info@madametussauds.com

www.madametussauds.com/san-francisco

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