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 - Explore the early sketches, animations, and films crafted by Walt Disney, and listen to stories of his challenges and successes through listening stations featuring his own voice. Be amazed by the impressive collection of awards Walt received, and be sure to see the model of Disneyland as he originally envisioned it….
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 vast collection of early sketches, cartoons, and films. Be sure to enjoy the breathtaking view of…

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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Irene_t
Apr 16, 2026
Must-see for any Walt Disney fan - 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.
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Laurel_l
Mar 14, 2026
Interesting and nicely... - 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
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Autumn_h
Jan 26, 2026
So cool! - 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.
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Juan
Jan 26, 2026
A Hidden Gem in the Presidio - 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.
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Cecilia_p
Jan 25, 2026
Day with old friends. - City traffic can be bad so plan for alot of time. Parking can also take some time. Very educational.
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Trekmomaustintx
Nov 30, 2025
Walt and his visions - 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.
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Scottwatanabe
Nov 18, 2025
Great Experience - 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.
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W9nxmszqp5
Oct 8, 2025
Highly Recommended - Super interesting. Thanks for doing that! We been there with our grandson. It is our third time there. Always great!
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Scubacindy07930
Sep 29, 2025
Great Day at the Walt Disney Family Museum - 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.
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Elizabeth_f
Mar 17, 2026
Parking difficulties on... - Parking difficulties on weekends. Give museum tour minimum 2-3 hours to see & read everything. A great history of Walt Disney.
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From $25
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).