The art lover’s tour of the Golden Gate City

Journey through more than 6,000 years of art through three of San Francisco’s most iconic art museums.

Theme: Art, Architecture & Fashion
Location: Outer Richmond, San Francisco
Duration: 8 hours
Designer: Barry Pickard

Experience

Your tour commences at the fine arts collection of the Legion of Honor pavilion, perched as it is on top of Lincoln Park. After enjoying the antiquities and a light lunch at the nearby Arts Bistro, you will then take a taxi or Uber to the jewel of Golden Gate Park, the de Young Memorial Museum. Showcasing the very best of American art from the 17th century to the present day, the de Young will heighten the senses ready for your next stop, the Asian Art Museum. Again taking a taxi or Uber, you will delight in one of the most renowned and comprehensive collections of Asian art in the world. After another short drive, your tour then finishes at the vibrant Gallery restaurant at Palette, where you will eat the best local produce within the surrounds of Palette’s artistic exhibitions.

Route

Legion of Honor

The Legion of Honor is a fine arts museum with a range of collections on display. Explore more than 4,000 years of ancient and European art in this magnificent gallery.

The Art Bistro

Popular local cafe specializing in all-day breakfast treats.

Taxi

Take a taxi to de Young museum.

de Young Museum

The de Young Museum displays American art from the 17th century to the modern day. Explore contemporary art, photography, international textiles and costumes, and all manner of art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas.

Taxi

Take a taxi to Asian Art Museum.

Asian Art Museum

The Asian Art Museum is home to one of the most renowned and comprehensive collections of Asian Art in the world. The collection spans from Turkey, to India and China, to the Phillipines through 6,000 years.

Taxi

Take a taxi to Palette.

Palette

Palette serves local New American fare and wine in this vibrant cafe and artistic event venue.

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Practicalities

To avoid disappointment, please ensure to make a reservation at Palette.
Comfy footwear is advised as there are many galleries that can be viewed throughout the three art museums
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About

This route was designed by Barry Pickard in collaboration with Autoura.

Barry Pickard

Specialising in European and North American destinations, as well as a number of other countries around the world, I have designed self-guided tours for city based visits; multi-stop road trips; family, group and couples vacations; as well as themed excursions. Experienced in designing walking tours, driving tours and robotaxi experiences. A history graduate, with a great eye for detail, my passion for travel and research has found its apogee in designing fun, interesting and thoughtful trips

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