San Diego Automotive Museum, San Diego

Name: San Diego Automotive Museum
Address: 2080 Pan America Plaza, San Diego, 92101, United States
Telephone: +1 619-231-2886

#66 among attractions in San Diego

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum, Science museum

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Facts and practical information

The San Diego Automotive Museum in Balboa Park in San Diego, California is a museum that features a collection of cars and motorcycles that highlight automotive culture throughout history. The San Diego Automotive Museum is a non-profit corporation under IRS section 501 It is housed in the former California State Building, built for the 1935-36 California Pacific International Exposition. ()

Established: 1970 (54 years ago)Coordinates: 32°43'39"N, 117°9'14"W

Address

2080 Pan America PlazaDowntown San Diego (Balboa Park)San Diego 92101 United States

Contact

+1 619-231-2886

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is San Diego Automotive Museum open?

San Diego Automotive Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to San Diego Automotive Museum?

Nearby attractions include Marie Hitchcock Puppet Theater, San Diego (2 min walk), San Diego Air & Space Museum, San Diego (2 min walk), Starlight Bowl, San Diego (3 min walk), San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum, San Diego (3 min walk).

How to get to San Diego Automotive Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Diego Automotive Museum:

Bus

Pan American Plaza • Lines: Balboa Park Tram (2 min walk)
San Diego • Lines: 2017 (3 min walk)

Light rail

City College • Lines: 510, 520, Silver (20 min walk)
5th Avenue • Lines: 510, 520, Silver (21 min walk)

Tram

City College • Lines: Silver (21 min walk)
5th Avenue • Lines: Silver (21 min walk)

Train

San Diego (31 min walk)