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San Diego Museum of Art - Timings

Essential information about timings and closures for the San Diego Museum of Art.

Timings

The San Diego Museum of Art is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. It's closed on Wednesdays, along with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

MOPA@SDMA, the photography wing a short walk away, keeps a different schedule: Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Monday through Wednesday.

Free docent-led tours, up to two a day, last around 30 to 40 minutes, with same-day sign-up at the Visitor Relations or Docent desk near the entrance. Most visitors budget one to three hours for the galleries themselves.

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Highlights

Discover a vast collection spanning 5,000 years of art, from classic European masters to contemporary creations.

Admire the venue’s striking architectural details and unwind in the outdoor sculpture gardens.

Enhance your visit with included daily docent-led tours and access to the official museum app.

FAQs about San Diego Museum of Art Timings

What are San Diego Museum of Art's opening hours?

Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

What day is the museum closed?

The museum is closed every Wednesday, along with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

Are the hours different for the Museum of Photographic Arts?

Yes. MOPA@SDMA keeps its own schedule of Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is closed Monday through Wednesday.

How long do the free guided tours last?

Docent-led tours last about 30 to 40 minutes. There are up to two a day, with same-day sign-up at the Visitor Relations or Docent desk near the entrance, subject to availability.

How much time should I set aside for a visit?

Most people spend one to three hours seeing the galleries, though that varies depending on how many of the collection galleries and special exhibitions you want to explore.

What time does the on-site restaurant close?

Panama 66's hours vary by day: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Is the museum open on holidays?

The museum closes on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day, in addition to its regular Wednesday closure, and occasionally on other dates for special events such as the installation of its annual Art Alive festival.

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