The Matrix, San Francisco

#208 among attractions in San Francisco

Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue, Bars and clubs

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Facts and practical information

The Matrix was a nightclub in San Francisco from 1965 to 1972 and was one of the keys to what eventually became known as the "San Francisco Sound" in rock music. Located at 3138 Fillmore Street, in a 100-capacity beer-and-pizza shop, The Matrix opened 13 August 1965, showcasing Jefferson Airplane, which singer Marty Balin had put together as the club's "house band". Balin had persuaded three limited partners to put up $3,000 apiece to finance the club's opening, giving them 75 percent ownership, while he retained 25 percent for creating and managing it. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°47'55"N, 122°26'10"W

Address

3138 Fillmore StNorthwest San Francisco (Union Street)San Francisco 94123 United States

Contact

+1 415-993-5399

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The Matrix – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of Fine Arts, Fort Mason, Marina Green, Golden Gate Yacht Club.

0.7 miW
Theater and dance in a landmark building
Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco
19 min walk • The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco stands as a monumental testament to beauty and culture in the Marina District. This architectural marvel, originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition, was designed to exhibit works of art.
0.7 miNE
Forts and castles, Park, National park
Fort Mason, San Francisco
18 min walk • Fort Mason, in San Francisco, California originated as a coastal defense site during the American Civil War. The nucleus of the property was owned by John C. Frémont and disputes over compensation by the United States continued into 1968. In 1882 the defenses were named for Richard Barnes Mason, a military governor before statehood.
0.6 miN
Large grassy area with iconic views
Marina Green, San Francisco
15 min walk • The Marina Green in San Francisco, California, is a 74-acre expanse of grass between Fort Mason and the Presidio. It is adjacent to San Francisco Bay, and this location provides good views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, and parts of Marin County.
0.7 miNW
Sailing, Yacht club
Golden Gate Yacht Club, San Francisco
19 min walk • The Golden Gate Yacht Club is a San Francisco, California, U.S. based yacht club founded in 1939.
0.4 miS
Church
Calvary Presbyterian Church, San Francisco
11 min walk • Calvary Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian church in San Francisco, California located in Pacific Heights at the corner of Fillmore Street and Jackson Street.
0.7 miSE
Green space for picnics and scenic views
Lafayette Park, San Francisco
17 min walk • Lafayette Park is an 11.49 acres park in San Francisco, California, United States. Originally created in 1936, it is located in the neighborhood of Pacific Heights between the streets of Washington, Sacramento, Gough, and Laguna.
0.6 miNE
Museum, Art museum
Museo ItaloAmericano, San Francisco
17 min walk • Museo ItaloAmericano, also known as the Italian American Museum, is a museum in San Francisco, California, that focuses on Italian-American history, art and culture.
0.8 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Alhambra Theatre, San Francisco
20 min walk • The Alhambra Theatre is a Moorish Revival movie theater building at 2330 Polk Street in San Francisco, California, that opened on November 5, 1926. The theater was designed by Miller & Pflueger. The Alhambra Theatre once had 1,625 seats when it opened and cost $500,000. It was later converted to twin theaters in 1976.
0.7 miSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Haas-Lilienthal House, San Francisco
19 min walk • The Haas–Lilienthal House is a historic building located at 2007 Franklin Street in San Francisco, California, United States, within the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Built in 1886 for William and Bertha Haas, it survived the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and subsequent fire.
0.7 miN
Monuments and statues, View point
Wave Organ, San Francisco
19 min walk • The Wave Organ is a sculpture located in San Francisco, California. It was constructed on the shore of San Francisco Bay in May 1986 by the Exploratorium, and more specifically, by installation artist and the Exploratorium artist-in-residence Peter Richards, who conceived and designed the organ, working with stonemason George Gonzales.
0.7 miS
Synagogue, Romanesque architecture, Church
Congregation Sherith Israel, San Francisco
18 min walk • Congregation Sherith Israel is one of the oldest synagogues in the United States. It was established during California’s Gold Rush period and reflects the ambitions of early Jewish settlers to San Francisco.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Matrix open?

The Matrix is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 5 pm - 12 am
Thursday 5 pm - 12 am
Friday 5 pm - 2 am
Saturday 2 pm - 2 am
Sunday 2 pm - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The Matrix?

Nearby attractions include Vedanta Temple, San Francisco (4 min walk), St. Vincent de Paul Church in San Francisco, San Francisco (5 min walk), Moscone Recreation Center, San Francisco (8 min walk), Marina District, San Francisco (8 min walk).

How to get to The Matrix by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Matrix:

Trolleybus

Fillmore Street & Lombard Street • Lines: 22 (2 min walk)
Union Street & Fillmore Street • Lines: 22, 45 (3 min walk)

Bus

Lombard Street & Fillmore Street • Lines: 101, 101X, 18, 2, 24, 24C, 24X, 27, 30, 38, 38A, 4, 4C, 54, 54C, 56X, 58, 70, 72, 72X, 74, 76, 8, 91 (3 min walk)
Chestnut Street & Fillmore Street • Lines: 30 (4 min walk)

Tram

Hyde Street & Greenwich Street (24 min walk)
Hyde Street & Filbert Street (24 min walk)