Suggestions for History museums near San Francisco

Jeepin' Jeff • September 17, 2013Free museum. Fascinating to see how the cable cars work, see the motors and cables under the streets, etc. really cool.

riley s. • November 16, 2015small, but worth it. come learn some of your history.

Stephanie R. • June 1, 2015This is such a beautiful historic building. Check out the vaults!

Benjy W. • May 14, 2016Flank steak was fantastic.

Peter M. • June 13, 2012All the history of Treasure Island is here.

James C. • July 29, 2013Great staff and Museum. It is worth every penny and the History is needed. One of the best Museums to WWII in the country.

Sandro P. • May 9, 2013Nice tour, get the audio guide!

Ira S. • August 23, 2014Great streetcar museum - worth a visit - photos, maps, models, and even Maya Angelou

The Ritz-Carlton • March 1, 2013The Haas-Lilienthal House in Pacific Heights is San Francisco’s only Victorian home open regularly as a museum. Built in 1886, it survived the earthquake of 1906 and may be rented for special events.

Shelly Z. • October 27, 2015Really knowledgeable people! It's awesome to see how books have evolved!

Bennett W W. • April 26, 2016Nice spot for a museum near Chinatown.

Bennett W W. • August 8, 2016Very interesting and a good way to learn about the history of Wells Fargo Bank

Alex D. • January 22, 2019Great insight into the neighborhood in a well-presented, engaging exhibit that could take you 15 minutes or 45 depending on your level of interest.

Pike O. • October 13, 2013A little know place where you can learn a great deal about the history of the Golden State.

Catherine M. • March 1, 2013This museum is AMAZING! replica of the airport's original terminal in the 1930s. Beautiful! And quiet. The library is a great place to work or read while you wait.

Nina Y. • May 8, 2016Really worth a visit, only open a few days a month. Especially love the history of the house and the family that built it. Make sure to check out the time capsule letter and photos!

Lena C. • November 11, 2011Enjoy the view from the deck. There is also clean bathrooms (out on the deck to the left as you're facing the water).

Corinne and Jonathan • August 13, 2011Don't miss the aquarium, natural history museum and planetarium! There is even an indoor rain forest and make sure to go all the way to the top to see the cool green roof.