Cable Car Museum
7.5Friend Score / 10#15 of 20 Attractions in San Francisco
Nob Hill1201 Mason St, San Francisco
Known forcable car museumSan Francisco historyfree admissionmechanical engineering
A small, free museum housed in San Francisco's working cable car maintenance facility, where you can see the massive engines and machinery that power the city's famous cable car system. Walk through to observe the cables in motion for all four active lines and learn the engineering history behind this iconic landmark. The museum is run by a dedicated non-profit, so donations are appreciated to support their work.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | — |
| Phone | (415) 474-1887 |
| Website | cablecarmuseum.org |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 21, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.5/10- Value9.0
- excellence8.0
- local_love7.0
- Authenticity9.0
- fame_sustained7.0
- distinctiveness8.5
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