The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission Ticket In San Francisco

I treating to learn about the life and experiences of Walt Disney

We visited the Walt Disney Family Museum during our stay in San Francisco, and what a lovely experience! I've always loved Disney, but what makes this museum so special is learning about the man behind the magic. From his early beginnings and the challenges he faced to creating something that would become known around the world, it really is an inspiring story. I particularly loved learning about Walt's determination, creativity and how he never gave up on his dreams, even when things didn't go to plan. It makes you appreciate everything he achieved even more. There is so much to see, including wonderful photographs, original drawings, memorabilia and fascinating stories about Walt's life and family. It's not just a museum about Disney films or theme parks; it's about the person who made it all possible. If you're visiting San Francisco, I would definitely recommend adding this to your list, especially if you love Disney or enjoy learning about people who dared to dream big. A lovely visit and a reminder that even the biggest dreams have to start somewhere! ✨

Brilliant experience in a lovely part of San Francisco. The detail and the amount of insight into Walt’s life is brilliant. It was much longer than expected for the money it was great value.

I honestly wasn’t expecting such a thorough and interesting experience! So glad I saw this; it’s been on my to-do list for a few years!

If you are as interested in Walt Disney and his story from childhood to the current day, do not miss this museum. It was probably the most bang for our buck of the many things that we did in San Francisco on our nine trip there. I was overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information, displays, and memorabilia that was present. I could have spent all day reading about Walt, his family, the parks, and the various enterprises and endeavors that he envisioned. See this museum!

Interesting museum about Walt Disney, the man. Don't expect rides or shows, it's a walk thru museum in a lovely setting. Recommend going to tunnel tops park after

The tour was very interesting. I learned so many new things regarding Disney. My son enjoyed it. I would go earlier than the tour time so you can enjoy the presidio. It was beautiful seeing all the views and grounds.

Amazing historical journey of an animation and entertainment institution A hidden gem in San Francisco

I am a lifelong Disney fan and was so pleased to learn a lot of new things about Walt Disney. To start with, the museum is in the Presidio, a historic prior military installation which is very picturesque. The museum staff are all delightful and easy to identify as they wear bright red sweaters/shirts. I learned that Walt’s notable first cartoon character was a rabbit. Sounded like he lost this character through some underhanded business dealings. Also learned that he created a number of short films featuring a little girl inserted into animation. Four little girls were used for this series of shorts. Very interesting to watch. Then we get to Mickey and the beloved early Disney films. Lots of details about how innovative Walt’s staff were regarding creating animation films and Walt picked talented staff and let them create and invent. Nice to see how many women had integral roles. I never realized how many cartoon shorts were produced. Then got to see a very fun documentary about the opening day of Disneyland. Barely controlled chaos, so different from the Disney precision I’ve always experienced at Disney world. Learned Walt died of complications of lung cancer surgery before Disney World in Orlando opened. Lots of great artifacts and anecdotes, well worth a visit. Cafe had only drinks and snacks, but there was a nice variety of food trucks right outside. Gift shop was a bit underwhelming, mostly books and t-shirts/sweatshirts. If you have any interest in Disney this is well worth a couple hours of your day!

It’s not just a “Disney characters” museum... it goes much deeper into Walt Disney’s life, his early struggles, his family, and how the studio slowly grew into something huge. I especially liked seeing the early drawings, old photos, film clips, and the model of Disneyland, which was a highlight. The museum is very well organized and has a lot more detail than I expected, so I’d give yourself enough time and not rush through it. It can feel a little information-heavy in parts, but overall it’s a beautiful, thoughtful museum with a lot of heart.

We spent around 3 hours including about 30 mins in the very reasonably priced cafe. Having visited the Disney world in Florida it was interesting to hear and see the family story and history behind the family. Well worth a visit.

Public Parking must be paid with a credit card before entering the museum. Allow about 3 hours if you like to read through a museum. Lots of family memorabilia.. some one of a kind.

We really enjoyed this museum. Lots of interesting information about Walt Disney’s life.

Excellent displays of Walt Disney from early life to his passing. As you would expect from anything Disney, the displays were interactive., interesting and well-paced.

Parking difficulties on weekends. Give museum tour minimum 2-3 hours to see & read everything. A great history of Walt Disney.

Interesting and nicely laid out exhibit about the life of Walt Disney. Interactive elements and all in a gorgeous setting at the presidio. Allow 1.5-2hours

Got my tickets from Viator immediately, and was easy to scan in! We got the 4:20pm time slot because it was the only one we could make work. 1 hour was not enough time! Plan for 2 hours minimum, 3 if y I u really like to read and listen to things! This museum had so much more than I thought it would.

As someone who grew up watching Disney movies, this was one of the most interesting museums I’ve ever visited. It has a remarkable collection of items—original drawings, scripts, and personal belongings—and the space is much larger than it looks from the outside. What truly makes it special is how it narrates the technical evolution of animation, from the earliest sketches of Mickey to the vision of Disneyland. It’s an immersive and moving experience that shows the more human side of Walt. It’s definitely worth spending an entire afternoon there.

City traffic can be bad so plan for alot of time. Parking can also take some time. Very educational.

Give yourself plenty of time to enjoy this museum. Filled with photos, sketches, cartoons, short videos, interviews with Walt, it is a great way to learn about Mr, Disney and his visions. We arrived around 10:30, took a break for a picnic lunch at the beautiful park area there at the Presidio, then finished up with another 2 hours of discovery.

Great experience, and would definitely recommend! Friendly staff and immersive exhibits brought the history of the Disney legacy to life. So many things to see, and very engaging audio and video exhibits.

Super interesting. Thanks for doing that! We been there with our grandson. It is our third time there. Always great!

Thoroughly enjoyed seeing all of the history of Walt Disney on these walls. It was a truly unique collection that reveals so much about Walt, his family, and his journey. The artwork alone is enough to keep you occupied for hours. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. There is also a great museum shop with some unique Disney treasures to take home. Buy tickets in advance and entry is timed.

Longtime Bay Area resident, first time visitor as of yesterday! It had been on my to-do list all summer to check out the special exhibition on Mary Blair, the artist who created It's A Small World's iconic style, with my teenager. It's a project to get there from our house, and finding parking was quite difficult on a busy Saturday. But we made it, and as another reviewer already commented, it does not stand out from the outside. The aesthetics of the Presidio are lovely and uniform and I guess mouse ears was not an option for the facade. lol. The main entrance door is quite discreet. Admission is $25 adults and $15 youth. No need to buy in advance. You can enter the lobby and look around at a free area including seeing all the Disney Oscars! And there are many! They scan your ticket before entering the main galleries, which are chronologically organized, starting with Walt's ancestors. You can certainly move through these pretty quickly if you're not a completist. The exhibits covering the early days of the Disney Studios are honestly pretty fascinating. A lot of Hollywood bigwigs tried to cheat Walt Disney. Who got the last laugh? The galleries follow the growth of the company and the increasing interests and resources of the man, whose daughter spearheaded this museum. At a couple points, it shines through that this a museum with a viewpoint (the Disney family's) versus an objective scholarly presentation but the vast number of items in the collection only could have come from the family archives. The special exhibition area is in the basement, very dark and a little cramped feeling. I would have liked to see a better presentation of Mary Blair's work but I did learn a lot about her background and role with the Disney company. Unfortunately there is not one bit of It's a Small World design in the exhibit or any of her other work still in use in the parks... perhaps some corporate interference? I mean, they use her designs on the cups! The exhibit feels incomplete without this. The shop has some adorable items. The cafe is tiny, no meals, just snacks and a few tables and chairs. This is a very interesting museum even if you're not a Disney adult - if you have been to the parks and watched some movies, you'll get something out of it. NOT A KIDS MUSEUM! Would be very boring for kids, leave under 12s at home. We spent almost 2 hours and could have stayed longer but we were pressed because of the parking limit.

Great experience if you want to know more about Walt the man and his history. Be sure to schedule at least 2 hours. And you can explore the Presidio too.

Happened upon this museum while perusing Trip Advisor for things to do in San Francisco that we had not done previously on our many prior trips there. The prior reviews were good, the traveler photos were interesting, and admission was very reasonable, so off we went! Despite previously having seen documentary material about Walt Disney, Disneyland, and Walt Disney World, I truly enjoyed this museum and its exhibits. Learned new things about him and his creations. My wife is not so keen as me for museums, but she made it through the whole thing over 2.5 hours! Even though I’m not Mickey obsessed, I could have spent at least another hour there. Admittedly, I read a lot about the exhibits when visiting museums. There’s a lot to see, even I you don’t read much in the exhibits. Several times when we thought we were done, there was yet another hall to check out. If you’re at all a fan of Disney movies, theme parks, cartoons, etc., I would recommend you visit this museum.

Great museum especially for any Disney fan. Great to get a look into Walts whole life and the making of Disney as a company

My mother, kids and I never knew this existed so once I saw it pop up for places to explore in SF I HAD to go! It's very informative with super cool originals of things Walt did/ wrote/ created. My fav part was that it's in an old Army barracks because it gives more history and they're really nice buildings in a great location. Parking was also very affordable compared to other parking lots. Everyone in my family loved it as well even my younger kids:)

What a marvellous place it is. We were amazed at the huge collection of material showing the history of Walt Disney himself. It took hours to soak it all in. We would definitely visit again. Thank you to the Disney family for creating this wonderful place and for letting us discover more about the man and his family.

It's so hot interesting to see all of this since my family sold the land to Disney many years ago. It can take quite a long time to go through all of the exhibits.

This is a must visit for any Disney fan, fan of history or anyone in the San Francisco area looking for a great activity to do. Allow yourself at least 2 hours to properly explore the museum, there is a lot to see, read and learn and you don’t want to miss anything! I recommend buying the tickets online before arrival, but there is the option to buy when you get there. There are several different price options for adults, kids etc. The museum itself is situated in a beautiful red building, close to the Golden Gate Bridge. It has two levels to it. It is wheelchair friendly and also has lifts inside, so you don’t have to take the stairs. The museum takes you through Walt Disney and his family’s past, with historic items from his childhood to adulthood, and takes you through the journey he had to become the famous man everyone knows. You will see the various companies he worked for, his first drawings and designs, all the way up to the creation of Disneyland itself. The museum boasts a massive replica model of Disneyland park which is fascinating to view and admire and there is so much detail shown about the park around it. Overall an incredible visit. I learnt so much I didn’t know about Walt Disney and the history behind the parks and it is a really enjoyable experience. All staff are friendly and professional and there to help you with any questions. The museum is easily accessible by car, with parking right outside, drop off via taxi or walking from nearby.

Th Walt Disney Family museum was really fun! It was very interesting to learn more about Walt Disney, his family and career!

Very interesting experience learnt a lot about Walt Disney and his family. Would definitely recommend this to everyone.

I really enjoyed how interactive the museum was and the telling of Walt Disney's life story. It was interesting that there were aspects missing from who he was as a person, but otherwise it was a great museum.

Seems bigger inside than out. Lots of artifacts and a lot of great interpretation and clips. A great sense of how "hands on" Disney was - not just a figurehead. Almost too much. You would be there all day if you read everything and maybe two days if you watched everything. I did not find it relaxing, due to the pretty big crowd and the amount of displays in a small space. Not many opportunities to sit and cleanse your mind but definately worth going, especially if you like seeing Oscars like I do. Good chance you will have a nice choice of food trucks if you hungry before or after going.

Our Experience is amazing! Getting the information of the Disney Museum is Epic. Its very memorable, it made me feel like akid again.

This is an excellent museum that gives you glimpse into the life of Walt Disney. It has lots of memorabilia from his life as a cartoonist, to his studios, Disneyland and of his death. There is lots of reading and I would allow 2-4 hours easily to go through if you read all about his history. Enjoyed our time there and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the museum to Disney fans.

My wife insisted we go and I was a bit surprised by how big and complete it was and I loved it which also surprised me. Being able to see how Walt Disneys brilliance and vision unfolded was really amazing. I was flooded with memories and emotions walking through and seeing the making of and scaled plans and layout for Disney Land was very cool. He was a genious.

If you haven't gone GO!!! It was amazing to see and hear Walt's life! The amount of preservation In all of the family pictures videos and treasures are incredible! To hear Walt speak about Disney was seriously the best! His love of what he created was beautiful!

its amazing what is there but i learned if you really want to read about everything in the exhibits etc its best not to bring small children..

We came to San Francisco specifically for this museum. It was everything I had hoped for and more. Diane Disney Miller has created a perfectly curated museum surrounding her father's accomplishments and it is the perfect stop for any Disney fan. There are items I would have never thought I would see, and every turn was a surprise. Definitely worth the trip from Canada.

I was impressed by the amount of information and memorabilia, all presented absolutely beautifully. Lots of video, and audio of Walt Disney telling his own stories. Well worth a visit.

It really is all about Walt Disneys life, there is a lot of information and it’s a lot of reading! In fact most of the exhibition is reading. I don’t know why the museum is located here but it’s ok, although if you never went to visit it, then you wouldn’t be missing out. I was taking a photo of the model and the staff are jobsworths and told me to not lean over so far even though there was no sign. It’s good but not amazing or wow.

We are huge Disney fans and the museum did not disappoint. Wonderful displays, a lot of interactive areas and beautiful all around.

Learned more about Walt, did not know he was an artist . Loved seeing the family pictures. Would like to know what is going on with his daughters now.

The entire experience just flowed from the beginning of Walt Disney's life til the end. Plan on at least three hours if you interact and read all of the exhibits. My family were captivated during the self guided tour. Great family experience, including the awesome surrounding areas (parks, restaurants, etc.).

This museum is jam-packed with interesting information, memorabilia, and other assorted items associated with Walt Disney and his family - sketches, pictures, miniature trains, and video reels. It's amazing how much they were able to squeeze into this museum without making it overwhelming. Two floors of exhibits took us two hours to view, and even then we missed a few things. This museum really highlighted how much Walt Disney was able to accomplish in his 65 years!

An amazing collection of Walt’s work and an in depth look into his life, dreams, & art. The kids enjoyed a walk through the Disney past.

I found the history of Walt Disney and his early endeavors (he had many comic characters before Mickey Mouse) very interesting. I spent so much time in his early years, I didnt have time for some of the later achievements, like Disneyland. The information is presented interestingly, naturally using animation in many exhibits.