Museum of Photographic Arts, San Diego

Name: Museum of Photographic Arts
Address: 1649 El Prado, San Diego, 92101-1664, United States
Telephone: +1 619-238-7559

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The Museum of Photographic Arts is a museum in San Diego's Balboa Park. First founded in 1974, MOPA opened in 1983. MOPA is one of three museums in the US dedicated exclusively to the collection and preservation of photography, with a mission to inspire, educate and engage the broadest possible audience through the presentation, collection, and preservation of photography, film and video. The museum's address is 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101. ()

Coordinates: 32°43'52"N, 117°8'56"W

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1649 El PradoDowntown San Diego (Balboa Park)San Diego 92101-1664 United States

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+1 619-238-7559

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum of Photographic Arts open?

Museum of Photographic Arts is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Photographic Arts?

Nearby attractions include San Diego Model Railroad Museum, San Diego (1 min walk), Casa del Prado, San Diego (2 min walk), Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego (2 min walk), San Diego History Center, San Diego (2 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Photographic Arts by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Photographic Arts:

Bus

Plaza de Panama • Lines: Balboa Park Tram (3 min walk)
Organ Pavilion Station • Lines: Balboa Park Tram (5 min walk)

Light rail

City College • Lines: 510, 520, Silver (28 min walk)
5th Avenue • Lines: 510, 520, Silver (31 min walk)

Tram

City College • Lines: Silver (28 min walk)
5th Avenue • Lines: Silver (30 min walk)