Peter P.
8/12/2025
This may sound like a boring museum, but it is one of the coolest things to see downtown. If may be a museum, but it is still a functioning part of the San Francisco cable car system. This is...
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1201 Mason St
San Francisco, CA 94108
The Cable Car Museum in San Francisco, located at 1201 Mason Street, showcases the rich heritage and intricate workings of the iconic cable car system. It serves as a historical repository, detailing the eight original companies that operated the cable cars and featuring engaging exhibits on their mechanics and rebuilding efforts from 1982 to 1984.
Visitors can explore a variety of attractions, including a photo gallery, articles, and participation in bell ringing contests, all aimed at celebrating this unique mode of transportation. The museum also offers a selection of merchandise, including books, clothing, and collectibles, allowing guests to take a piece of cable car history home with them.
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William G.
7/16/2025
This is definitely a cool place to visit. Not only is it a museum but it's actually an actively used warehouse for the cable cars running around San Francisco. I was in awe of their being able to...
Denise J.
3/12/2025
Good, Quick Stop The Cable Car Museum is small but worth checking out. It's pretty loud inside since the cables are working You can see the entire system in action. There's plenty of historical...
William B.
3/20/2025
Of All The Years being as a local And I have been to this Fun Attraction which is The Cable Car Museum I have visited this place several times!!!!! And the best part about this Cable Car Museum...
Lam B.
9/7/2024
A fun free attraction that shows SF's history and inner workings. The wheels and pulleys were audible from the entrance. There were two levels, with the bottom being a small room that peered...
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