Wave Organ, San Francisco

Name: Wave Organ
Address: 110 Yacht Road, San Francisco, 94129, United States
Telephone: +1 415-397-5673

#187 among attractions in San Francisco

Monuments and statues, View point

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°48'31"N, 122°26'24"W

Address

110 Yacht RoadSan Francisco 94129 United States

Contact

+1 415-397-5673

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Day trips

Wave Organ – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aquatic Park Historic District, Palace of Fine Arts, Maritime Museum, Fort Mason.

0.9 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Park
Aquatic Park Historic District, San Francisco
23 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of San Francisco, the Aquatic Park Historic District stands as a testament to the city's rich maritime history and as a haven for both sports enthusiasts and leisure seekers. This waterfront complex, situated at the northern end of the...
0.7 miSW
Theater and dance in a landmark building
Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco
18 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.
0.9 miE
Exhibits on the oceangoing experience
Maritime Museum, San Francisco
24 min walk • Nestled along the scenic waterfront of San Francisco, the Maritime Museum stands as a beacon of the city's rich seafaring history. Housed in an art deco building that mirrors the waves of the ocean, the museum offers a deep dive into the maritime heritage of the West...
0.7 miE
Forts and castles, Park, National park
Fort Mason, San Francisco
19 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.
~750 ftSE
Large grassy area with iconic views
Marina Green, San Francisco
4 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.
1.1 miE
Nightlife, Restaurant
Buena Vista Cafe, San Francisco
28 min walk • The Buena Vista is a café in San Francisco, California, credited with introducing Irish coffee to the United States in 1952. The Buena Vista Café originally opened in 1916 when the first floor of a boardinghouse was converted into a saloon. The current owners also operate the Trident in Sausalito.
~910 ftW
Sailing, Yacht club
Golden Gate Yacht Club, San Francisco
5 min walk • The Golden Gate Yacht Club is a San Francisco, California, U.S. based yacht club founded in 1939.
0.4 miW
Sailing, Boat or ferry, Yacht club
St. Francis Yacht Club, San Francisco
10 min walk • The St. Francis Yacht Club is a private sailing club located in San Francisco.
0.9 miE
Chocolate factory turned shopping center
Ghirardelli Square, San Francisco
25 min walk • Ghirardelli Square is a landmark public square with shops and restaurants and a 5-star hotel in the Marina area of San Francisco, California. A portion of the area was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 as Pioneer Woolen Mills and D. Ghirardelli Company.
1 miE
Museum, Art museum
Cartoon Art Museum, San Francisco
26 min walk • The Cartoon Art Museum is a California art museum that specializes in the art of comics and cartoons. It is the only museum in the Western United States dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of all forms of cartoon art.
1 miE
Ship, Boat or ferry, Transport
Eureka, San Francisco
26 min walk • Eureka is a side-wheel paddle steamboat, built in 1890, which is now preserved at the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park in San Francisco, California.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wave Organ?

Nearby attractions include Marina Green, San Francisco (4 min walk), Golden Gate Yacht Club, San Francisco (5 min walk), St. Francis Yacht Club, San Francisco (10 min walk), Marina District, San Francisco (11 min walk).

How to get to Wave Organ by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wave Organ:

Trolleybus

Fillmore Street & Jefferson Street • Lines: 22 (7 min walk)
Jefferson Street & Divisadero Street • Lines: 30 (9 min walk)

Bus

Jefferson Street & Divisadero Street • Lines: 30 (9 min walk)
Broderick Street & Jefferson Street • Lines: 30 (11 min walk)

Tram

Hyde Street & Beach Street (27 min walk)
Hyde Street & North Point Street (28 min walk)