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Mission Dolores Parkvsde Young Museum
Both are highly recommended by writers. On balance, de Young Museum ranks significantly better than Mission Dolores Park. de Young Museum comes in at #6 in San Francisco with praise from 13 reviews such as Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
Mission Dolores Park
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Lonely Planet
Frommer's
Not For Tourists
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
On the Grid
Where Travel + Leisure
Dolores Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Fodor's "A two-square-block microcosm of life in the Mission, Dolores Park is one of San Francisco's liveliest green spaces:." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Dolores Park has something for everyone." Full review
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Climb to the upper southwest corner for the best views of downtown, framed by palm trees.
Frommer's "The scene of modern bohemia and it’s a fantastic place to relax and take in good San Francisco vibes." Full review
Not For Tourists "The sunniest spot in the city (and great tennis courts!)."
Travel + Leisure "The Holy Grail of parkland in San Francisco—it’s by far the most popular and most iconic, known for turning into a daytime party every weekend." Full review
Afar Magazine "Head to the Mission and visit the Mission Dolores, the oldest intact original mission in California, and the oldest building in San Francisco." Full review
On the Grid "If there was a hub of the Mission, it would be Dolores Park." Full review
Where "This generous square of grass on the Mission District’s west side is a great place to soak up some sun on most days and an even better place to get a glimpse of real San Francisco culture." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Mission Dolores is one of the most popular parks in San Francisco; it covers 16 acres and locals gather here on weekend afternoons when the sun comes out. "
San Francisco Travel Guide
March 2, 2021
de Young Museum Fodor's
Concierge Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide Afar Magazine
goop
National Geographic Show All Reviews
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Fodor's "The building almost overshadows the de Young's respected collection of American, African, and Oceanic art." Full review
Concierge "The permanent collection comprises American, African, Oceanic, American Indian, New Guinea, Maori, and Filipino art and includes some notable works by Frida Kahlo."
Travel + Leisure "The aggressively 21st-century recycled-copper-clad building looms in the park like an avant-garde aircraft carrier with a crazily torqued tower." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The beauty of the Beaux Arts-style Legion of Honor is matched only by the incredible views afforded by its hilltop, ocean-side setting...the focus is on ancient and European art here." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Comprises American, African, Oceanic, American Indian, New Guinea, Maori, and Filipino art and includes some notable works by Frida Kahlo." Full review
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The museum stays open late for its "Friday Nights at the de Young" program
Travel + Leisure "The de Young is one of the most renowned museums in San Francisco, and it attracts big names in historic and modern art for its ongoing exhibitions." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A total of 950,000 pounds of copper was used to sheath the building and over the course of the next decade it will fade from bright copper to cinammon." Full review
Afar Magazine "The de Young Museum, with its perforated copper facade and spiraling tower in the center of Golden Gate Park, is as dramatic outside as it is inside." Full review
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Make sure to visit the observation deck at the top of the tower.
goop "The de Young Museum is San Francisco’s encyclopedic public cultural offering—with a significant collection of Asian Art and celebrated holdings in sculpture, painting, and works on paper." Full review
National Geographic "With controversial architectural design; extensive collections include American, African, and Pacific Islander art. " Full review
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Tip: Use your ticket for free same-day admission to Legion of Honor, another of city's top museums.
