Make it a Sistine Summer in SF!
This Summer, Make a Masterpiece of a Family Day: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Exhibition is the Perfect Outing for SF & Bay Area Locals
“Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it.”
— Michelangelo
Looking for an inspiring and easy family outing this summer that’s both breathtaking and educational? Skip the airport and head to San Francisco’s Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, where Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition invites visitors of all ages to step into the splendor of one of the world’s most celebrated artistic achievements — right here in the Bay Area.
This globally-acclaimed immersive experience transforms the cathedral’s expansive event space into an up-close journey through Michelangelo’s frescoes. With reproductions in near-original scale, you and your kids can stand face-to-face with The Creation of Adam, The Last Judgment, and the entire Sistine ceiling — all without neck strain or the crowds of Rome.
And for parents and caregivers, one more reason to love it:
There’s ample FREE PARKING right onsite. No circling the block. No expensive garages. Just park and enjoy.
The exhibition is also fully wheelchair and ADA accessible, making it an inclusive destination for every member of the family. A free audio guide appadds depth and storytelling, helping younger visitors understand the history, symbols, and passion behind the art.
Whether you’re introducing your kids to Renaissance art for the first time or looking for a cool (literally and figuratively) indoor experience that nurtures the imagination, this is the perfect cultural getaway close to home.
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TICKETS & VISITOR INFO:
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
1111 Gough Street (at Geary), San Francisco, CA
Tickets:
• Adults: $22
• Seniors, Military, and Students: $18
• Children 6–12: $15
• Children 5 and under: Free
Hours:
Tuesday – Sunday, 10:30am – 5:00pm (last entry at 3:30pm)
Accessibility:
Fully wheelchair and ADA accessible
Parking:
Free onsite parking in the Cathedral parking lot
Extras:
Free “Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Exhibit” audio guide app available for download
Photography encouraged — use hashtags: #SistineChapelExhibit #SEEGlobalSF
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