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Walt Disney Family Museum
4.5
2,813 reviews
#15 of 823 things to do in San Francisco
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10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Pre-purchased, timed tickets are required for entry. Located in the scenic Presidio of San Francisco, The Walt Disney Family Museum is one of the Bay Area’s most inspirational venues, welcoming visitors to an historic building that reveals 40,000 square feet of imagination. Find animation, innovation, inspiration and immerse yourself in the remarkable life story of Walt Disney—the man who raised animation to an art, tirelessly pursued innovation, and created a distinctly American legacy, transforming the entertainment world! The museum presents contemporary interactive galleries and state-of-the-art exhibits which are narrated in Walt’s own voice, and features early drawings, cartoons, movies, music, listening stations, more than 200 video screens, and a spectacular model of Disneyland. Come experience the life story of the man behind the magic.
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Presidio of San Francisco
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Presidio Visitor Center
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BlueTravels
Jacksonville, FL449 contributions
What a surprise
Feb 2022
This little gemstone of a museum was quite a surprise treat. We have a membership at a museum local to us that allows us to visit certain out of town museums for free. I found this one on the list and having been to San Fran a bunch of times and seen all the attractions, said "Why not."

The first room contains Walt Disney's many many awards. It's more interesting than it sounds but don't get hung up here because the good stuff is further on. Learn the story of how Disney got started, and the work he did on the way to becoming a household name, and just how Micky Mouse got his start. We only allowed about an hour to see the museum and we were sorry as we needed at least twice that. We will definitely go back.
Written March 9, 2022
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5senses8here
9 contributions
Good for the Disney Enthusiast
Dec 2021
We found the museum informative and learned and saw things we hadn't seen before. From original renderings, cameras, and even legal papers that the Disney family worked with. The area around the museum is also very nice - great views of the GGB. We came around opening and were able to find street parking. Staff was friendly, and was limiting number of people at a time so be prepared to wait unless you have prior reservations.
Written January 4, 2022
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Jennifer R
Wyoming NSW28 contributions
A must see for any Disney Fan
Jan 2020
A visit here is a must for all Disney lovers. It is located in a great area - the Presidio, from which you can see views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. The museum's staff are so helpful and take time to answer any questions you may have. Special mention needs to go out to the guy on the front desk and the guy in the gift shop. The museum has so much information about Walt, his family and his work.If you want to read everything and see everything make sure you leave at least 1/2 a day to visit (there is a lot of reading) The only negative is the limited places to get food round the area. You are really limited to what is at the expensive cafe (and the day we went they seemed to have run out of most things on the menu). You can even catch a free bus from out the front of the Museum to the Golden Gate Bridge, which is really handy.Our family of 5 loved the time we spent here and feel we have gotten to know Walt Disney so much better.
Written February 11, 2020
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Brandon F
Brooklyn37 contributions
Lovely experience
Jul 2021
I grew up as a Disney kid through and through...this Museum took me back to so many memories and brought new appreciation for concepts and processes that I knew could not have been easy but did not know the depths of prior to coming. Well displayed, easy to follow without being overwhelmed and nostalgia inducing. I'd recommend it to anyone who appreciates what the brand has done over the decades.
Written July 25, 2021
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Angela S
Castro Valley, CA5 contributions
Hidden Gem at the Presidio
Dec 2022
Tells the story of Walt Disney and his family, his movies and career. Diorama of Disneyland. Art work shows how the concepts for various movies like ''Jungle Book'' were developed and turned into characters. Lots of items from early Disney films and TV. Lots of videos playing about Walt. Two floors of artifacts.
Written January 14, 2023
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Terry T
10 contributions
A very pleasant surprise.
Oct 2021
The Walt Disney Family Museum looks like a small museum but it is jam packed with so many artifacts reflecting the early life of Walt Disney family. So much information about Walt's parents and brothers as well as the beginnings in the 1920's. Lots of Disney memorabilia. Good museum for kids but really better for adults.
Written October 15, 2021
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TravelSouthGA
Georgia184 contributions
A Must-See for Disney Admirers
Aug 2021
The Disney family established a museum to pay tribute to and explain the life and business career of both Walt (primarily) and Roy Disney.. It is well worth the price and the exhibit is very well done, as you would expect. Note that it would probably not be enjoyable (on the whole) for younger children. While there are things kids would enjoy, it is mostly geared toward adults who want to know about the man (men), the myths, the legends. Many of the awards they won, including the many Oscars and Presidential Medal of Freedom are on display. You also learn about the technology they developed and their successes and failures that they overcame.

Allow several hours, because it is easy to get sucked into watching the fascinating film clips and reading about all of the details . A must-see for fans of Walt and Roy Disney and their creations!
Written August 15, 2021
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Gardengel-IoW
Crawley, UK627 contributions
About the man
Feb 2020
Special exhibition about Mickey mouse on in separate building and for another $15 not sure worth that but lots of Mickey stuff. Main museum is everything you wanted to know about Walt and everything else as well. A lot of words.
Written February 12, 2020
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Joseph S
Springfield, VT43 contributions
Pleasantly Surprised
Jul 2021
I went into the museum with standard expectations about the Disney Experience, but found I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of history was presented about Walt Disney and his family. Great presentation and great displays. Only unfortunate drawback was the movie theater was closed because of COVID-19 precautions.
Written July 13, 2021
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Cari E
4 contributions
Love this museum.
Jun 2021
A must see, even if you are not a Disney fanatic. The history is amazing and the museum is top notch. Walt's daughter over saw the details of the museum and you can tell it was a labor of love. Plan extra time (2-3 hours), there is a ton of things to look at and read about. This is my second time going and it still amazes me how many film detailsl, photos, original cells, figurines, Walt's personal items, oscars and awards they have in one place.
Written June 30, 2021
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