de Young Museum
The Verdict
"The observation tower is free and you don't need a museum ticket. Take the elevator up for 360-degree views of Golden Gate Park and the city. Best on clear afternoons."
What you need to know
The de Young Museum sits in Golden Gate Park and has been a San Francisco institution since 1895. The copper-clad building was redesigned by Herzog & de Meuron after earthquake damage. The Hamon Observation Tower gives 360-degree views of the park, the ocean, and downtown. Free admission on the first Tuesday of every month.
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