Walt Disney Family Museum: Animation Legend Exhibition

Explore the life and legacy of animation legend Walt Disney at The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco’s Presidio. Discover the evolution of Disney’s iconic cats and dogs in a captivating exhibition.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Walt Disney Family Museum - See early drawings, cartoons, and films created by Walt, and hear about his disappointments and triumphs at listening stations narrated in his own voice. Marvel at the staggering collection of awards Walt won, and don’t miss the model of the Disneyland as he initially imagined it.
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What's Included
  • Children 5 and under free with paid adult
What's Not Included
  • Special exhibitions (unless selected at time of booking)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on an enchanting exploration of the life and legacy of animation icon Walt Disney at The Walt Disney Family Museum located in San Francisco’s Presidio. Discover Walt’s story through exhibits featuring his own narration, over 200 video displays, and a plethora of early sketches, cartoons, and films. Be sure to take in the breathtaking view of the…

Location
104 Montgomery St
Montgomery Street
The Walt Disney Family Museum Located within San Francisco's Presidio • Please note: there are two Montgomery Streets in San Francisco—the museum is located in the Presidio, not in the Financial District. If you are using a GPS, please remember to enter the zip code 94129 when planning your route.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Billsi7389rq
Mar 15, 2025
Great museum - 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.
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Steverr2157zv
Feb 17, 2025
Well Worth a Visit! - 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.
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Maria_f
Feb 16, 2025
Incredible - 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!
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Kee_k
Feb 15, 2025
its amazing what is there... - 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..
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Breenahrynchuk
Feb 12, 2025
The most magical experience in San Francisco - 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.
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Larkinsummer
Jan 14, 2025
Very interesting and well curated - 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.
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Nicole_p
Nov 11, 2024
Love! - We are huge Disney fans and the museum did not disappoint. Wonderful displays, a lot of interactive areas and beautiful all around.
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Elizabeth_d
Oct 21, 2024
Walt Disney - 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.
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Brian_l
Oct 21, 2024
A great family experience with Walt Disney. - 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.).
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Kitty_luxe
Dec 4, 2024
You aren’t missing out if you don’t ever go. - 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.
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