What an amazing time it was. I had never ridden a Segway before and to be honest, was a little nervous about it. The 2 guys who run the show were very personable, funny and made the entire experience better. The day started with some training. We learned how to go forward and backward, how to turn and how to hop on and off the Segway. Besides that we also learned how to make an emergency stop. Thankfully I didn't have to use this skill anytime during the tour. It took no more than 5 minutes for me to feel 100% comfortable on it. During the tour we make a couple of stops, which is a great opportunity to grab some hot chocolate and snaks. They'll suggest good places to grab food since they're locals and know the area well. If you're a history buff, your in for a treat. The tour guide, who goes in front of the group with a mic, knows well the historical places to stop. Again, it was a wonderful experience and we'll be looking for Segway rental places in our area so we can enjoy it again. 100% recommend.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Yesterday, while waking along Fisherman’s Wharf, maybe 50 yards from Ghirardelli Square, I stumbled upon a hidden gem next to a bicycle rental place, Umbrella Alley. This place is a gold-mine of beautiful San Franciscan themed murals, vibrant colors, and endless opportunities to take pictures. Amazingly, umbrella alley is FREE, but a $5.00 donation is suggested to help support their work. Another amazing thing is that no one on their staff is pushy or pressures folks for donations. It’s an act of good faith that I hope folks will do. They also offer jeep and Segway tours. This is definitely a place worth visiting and is good for groups, dates, or a night on the town. Definitely stop by if you’re ever in the area.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Really awesome, Instagrammable spot for photos. It’s more than just umbrellas as the name suggests. There’s amazing murals and art that are beautiful, colorful, and free! (Suggested $5 donations for the local artists.) Phone stands are around to allow to to take pictures, great if you’re by yourself or if no one is around to help take a picture of you. Definitely a great spot to stop by if you’re in the area among the other touristy spots on the wharf.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Insta-worthy location which should be on your list if you’re visiting San Francisco. Awesome and colorful art all over the alley. There are phone stands in front of every art piece to capture yourself with the art without asking anyone to capture. Well thought off designs, just loved them all. Donations are accepted as the entry is free. Ample street parking available nearby, we parked at Joseph Conrad Square street parking and walked down the block.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

A content creators dream - the "alley" is more of a half-alley leading into a parking lot of rental vehicles for tourists. But it's so well-done and FREE. It features a few local artists' really colorful artwork. And you have the option of donating directly to the artists if you feel so inclined. If you're in the area, you can take some iconic photos while in the middle of iconic Fisherman's Wharf. It's right next to Buenavista Cafe so you can't miss it. But I wouldn't make the trip just to see it alone since it isn't that big.

SUCH A GREAT PLACE! A donation gets you in, and then take all the free photos you want! Bright, colorful, fun murals, and I hear more are coming. I was so impressed and we had so much fun clowning around and posing that we donated MORE! Spent about a half hour here, and murals are outside and in a sheltered garage. My 14 yo and I had a great time.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

This is a very colourful and nicely decorated place. They have a lot of different spots to take instagramable photos. It is more than just umbrellas. The have balloons, and various arts on each wall. I believe it is better to go at night because the colors look more radiant. It is free to enter. The also have a Greetings from San Francisco art.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Came upon this place by accident. I was just walking by and happened to see it. I'm so glad I did! It's absolutely gorgeous and so creative. I love the concept and what they are doing here. I'd love to see more things like this in other cities it's great for the community. If your in the area you need to stop by and check it out plus take a few selfie. Also don't forget to tip the artists if you can it's a great way to help places like this keep thriving.

Worth visiting if you are interested in Instagram-worthy photos under the balloons. Umbrellas are kept in a dark enclosed space, hence did not enjoy much. One can enjoy only if you enjoy wall paintings and love to share some vibrant pictures in social media, nothing else in there. The number of paintings and the total space are limited.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

This place is a must see if you are by Pier 39, and want some photo ops. You can't miss this place. The art murals are amazing. The entrance is a $5 donation for the artists. After you are done here, you walk over to Pier 39 to see the sights and grab something to eat. Don't miss out on seeing this place.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Really cool place to stop right near Ghirardelli. The murals are beautiful and free to play around with and take photos. They even have little phone stands to take put your phone in to take your photo. They ask for donations via Venmo or cash app, but it’s not necessary. Definitely encouraged!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Small space but includes nice touches such as camera phone stands that allow selfies even if there isn't anyone else around to take your picture from 15 feet away so you can capture the entire mural. Pretty much next to the Buena Vista Bar. Don't forget to look up to see the balloons and the namesake umbrellas. Can get crowded but most people are friendly and considerate. Pay it forward!

Disappointed, mainly because of the discrepancy between the website saying admission is free with a suggested donation then when you get there, the volunteer tells you there's a required admission fee just to look, not even to take pictures. Which also contradicts the signs at the entrance as well. Either it's one or the other.
Visited on
Weekend
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Art is amazing, made to take pictures. They have stands that you can put the timer on and take the photos you want. We arrived at opening time and there was some cars blocking some of the art. Definitely worth the trip but I'd wait a little later.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Drop by this place if you like taking fun instagrammable photos..=) lots of cute backdrops.. no crowd.. i saw on a website before coming here that it asks for a donation of $5, but actually the sign over there is $5 per adult and $3 per child..=)
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
$1–5

I went right when they opened so there was no on there. Which was great for me, so I got great photos without anyone in the way. I paid $5 to get in, but it was worth every penny! Be sure to tag the artist on your socials. This was a great spot!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Ran into this cute umbrella alley while walking from pier 39 to Ghirardelli square. It’s got number of backgrounds for insta worthy pictures. Be sure to stop by, there is no tickets required but there is donations box so leave the tips in there.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

This place is right next to Ghirardelli square! It is small alley with different wall paintings and there is no entry fee! It is quite you can click good pictures there! Little colorful happy vibe. Felt as it was old and not as clean!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Went here after a friend recommended and couldn't be happier. It's a place open to anyone. It was very welcoming and full of wonderful murals. It also has cellphone stands, so if you are alone you are still welcome here. It's an absolutely must if you are downtown..please keep in mind it is an alley, very very close to guirardeli right by the water..

Not so much an alley, more like 20 feet. It was balloons when I went, not a big deal still cute, but they were charging to “enter” to take photos of the murals… Did not enter & took pictures of the balloons from the outside.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$6–10

I’m sure it’s great, however, this is mainly inside a rented space that you need to pay $5/p to walk through. Honestly not worth it to walk under hanging umbrellas. The one at Heathrow airport is bigger, better, and free.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Great photo opportunities. Your $5 donation per person goes to the artists. Money is collected in a box using the honor system. The location can’t be beat. It’s really close to Ghirardelli Square and across from the bay.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

$5 entry fee, I gave them $20 so I could make a donation. The art is very beautiful and vibrant. Its a quiet little alley/parking garage across from the Hyde St cable car turnaround that has murals and sculptures to see. There is also umbrellas and balloons strung across the alley overhead. Fun little spot to get some good photos. More

Pretty cool tourist attraction. $5 for adults, $3 for youth. They take cash and Venmo. Lots of beautiful art/murals with phone stands so if you go solo you can still get cool pics without having to ask anyone.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

We went to Umbrella Alley during weekend as there is parkings available near the spot other wise you have to park your car and then walk to the spot. We enjoyed lovely artworks by local artist. Must visit.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Fun place to visit and get some pictures. You have so many things to choose from there's this and just go postcard mirror there's the balloons, the umbrellas, the butterfly, etc Ghirardelli Square is right around the corner. Please leave a donation to help keep them going
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait

If you love taking instagrammable pictures this is a must go to place! The place is very colorful and there are lots of paintings on walls. Ofcourse, there are also umbrellas up top hence its name. There is a 5 USD payment for adults but it is worth it!
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Small location but cool. If your are into all the picture taking it will give you some good ones. There's a California sign welcome to San Francisco sign and a bunch of other cool arty stuff.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Nice place for pictures. Cool painted walls and some creative props. But that's about it. I wasn't allowed to take a lot of pictures as a training session was going on while I visited.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$6–10

The coolest ART PROJECT IN SF! The Umbrella Alley is decked out head to toe and beautiful art projects that highlight unique artists and bright colors! This is a must stop destination for tourists and locals! Brian, the umbrella alley owner is tied in with The local community and is an artist himself!

Amazing place with some great paintings. Good spot for photography. Lot of fun with friends. It is small and May just take few mins depending upon how many photos are you clicking.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
30–60 min
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Stumbled upon Umbrella Alley SF and it was my favorite thing of the day. Fun wonderful murals to get selfies with. Make a donation to the artists on your way in using Venmo or cash.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

We visited last December, first time in San Francisco. We parked by the road and walked for few minutes. Beautiful art, so much to see and places to visit here in San Francisco.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

A beautifully tucked alley painted with murals that scream San Francisco! It’s free to enter, but donations are heavily advised everywhere you stop to take a photo.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

What a fun place created from the pandemic. Amazing job to the artists. Thank you for making something so fun and beautiful ❤️ from tragedy. This is beautiful
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Very interesting mural art by the artists depicting the beauty of San Francisco and California, the Umbrella Alley is worth visiting if you are in Fisherman's Wharf of San Francisco
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This is one of those secret place that is even unknow to many SF locals. This is the place where you get the SF Segway tour. The company cleverly turn the start/end point into something worth visiting with many murals and snapshot-worthy opportunities. So don't miss it.

▪️Beautiful Murals ▪️Photo Stands but folks don’t care if you’re taking a picture and would walk right past it. It happened countless number of times.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

If you want bright beautiful photos with San Francisco, then you need to visit the alley of umbrellas. You can take a photo in any photo zone for $5
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Use to be free but now they charge $5 per person which is not bad still . Wish was a little bigger but theme and art work was fabulous
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$6–10

This place is glorified by instagram. Really just a parking garage for the tour companies. Paid $10 for 2 to enter, felt ripped off.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Awesome street art tucked away in the alley. So much fun to take pictures and enjoy the amazing artwork. Great job to the artists. It is free. Donations are appreciated. They have phone stands to assist in taking your pictures. Fun family day!

Great FREE place with amazing colorful PHOTO OPS for social media posts! Love the Murals and ARTISTIC WORK! Too bad people can't take photos with the "CALIFORNIA DREAMING" mural anymore :(
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait

Tour guide was awesome! Made funny jokes and very friendly. Knew everything about anything and thoroughly explained!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

The umbrella are now in a covered area but dark so pics are not great. If you pass by you can stop but not worth
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

They ask for a voluntary payment that is added back into the art there but it is not required to give anything to enter. They do have a suggested amount but again you can give less. It was a nice little side stop on the wharf.

A fun to place in San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Great spot for selfies. Free but donations accepted.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Place is beautiful but definitely a tourist trap. With all of the beautiful street art in San Fran this was just okay but if your visit is just limited to this area, definitely take a look.
Reservation recommended
No

I liked this place. The photo ops were clean and easy to access and it wasn't too crowded. I appreciated the little cell phone stands so we could take timed photos without asking someone else to do it for us. Good thinking!

This reminded me of Graffiti Alley back home in Ann Arbor, MI. Cool murals. Colorful. Great photo ops.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Do not miss this extraordinary spot for photo ops right off of Fisherman's Wharf! So many beautiful murals. Our 9 year old and teenagers had a great time. Suggested donation of $5 per person but left to your discretion.

I absolutely loved this. I love street art and I didnt know about this til I was passing this sign after brunch to cross the street and I had to find it. It's super cute and worth a detour to take some cute selfies.

Cool touristy photo spot if you're in the area and have some time to spare. Wouldn't go out of the way to go again though.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

Cute alley with bright artwork. Fun place to walk through and escape the wind for a bit!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Very artistic and use imagination. Was able to get lots of great pictures
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes
Price for adult entry
$1–5

I went after it was closed and the place is beautiful!! Very artistic!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Super cool and artsy place to take Instagram photos and it’s free! You can donate money to the artists via Venmo. We had alot of fun taking pictures and the phone holders are very helpful.

Really cool area for pictures, a must place visit in San Francisco!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

A single alley with umbrellas but you should pay to see...
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
$6–10

Stopped her on a walking tour of San Francisco, very cool place.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Nice visit, some very nice art. Not too busy and easy to find!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Great place for Instagram pictures! There are stands to put your phone on to take pictures without anyone's help! They also have cute mini cars to rent and tour around the city.

You can enjoy this place for free. Excellent for pictures.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Unfortunately it was unexpected experience,me and my family just strolling around and we saw this moving colorful balloons and everything so it was fun and we have a good time

A wonderful little nook to take photos of murals. Please donate to support the artists.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

Owner was extremely friendly and pleasant. He gave us a tour and a discount to other vendors in the area. Unique little museum with amazing artwork for photo opportunities.

A fun and colorful spot to visit, snap photos and support local San Francisco artists.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Price for adult entry
Free

Great place to take pics, the murals are amazing!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

This is a cute alley!! Great landmark wall arts. Too bad the Tuk Tuk from Thailand was not there when we went! Still fun to take photos in the alley. Very good idea!

Nice little hole in the wall that we found by accident while walking around SF. The art display here are gigantic and also provide a fun place to take some pictures.

A place you could definitely could miss from the street, but once you get there, you don't want to leave. Amazing art that left me and my family with amazing pics

It’s ok thought it would be more. $5 cover.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
$1–5

Good place to visit. Nice ambiance.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure
Price for adult entry
Free

Awesome place to take colorful pics!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Thank you for the artist for making beautiful murals … It’s free, and donations won’t hurt the wallet, it’ll help to maintain the alley. Good job!!! More

Amazing place to take pictures.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Found this place by walking around, it’s so beautiful and good for a Instagram posts, if you post some of them, don’t forget to tag the artists

Fun place to click pictures! Not much else to do, but it'll definitely look great in your photos. You'll hardly ever find this on blog posts!

This place was so cool. I loved looking at all the street artwork. If you are in the area, this would be a great place to add to your stop.

Fun random find while walking around. Make sure to donate and keep great random finds alive. We spent more time here that at Golden Gate...

Beautiful murals, a donation is expected, its has phone stands for taking pictures if you are going alone or want everyone in the picture

Went to see the mural but they close at sunset . Still very pretty and colorfully inviting I bet it would be nice if it was open! …

Not worth the walk to go there but it was pretty. Not like the description on the internet and wasn't worth paying to get in. More

Super cute alley near warf that you can walk through and take pictures I believe they ask for donations but it is free

Beautiful artwork tucked away from the crowds! We enjoyed looking at the paintings while waiting for our Segway tour.

Nice location for a short psychedelic experience. It's full of colours and peaceful mood. Donate for artists!

This was a great space to admire art and get great pictures! It wasn't super busy, and operates on donations.

This little gem was a truly unique sight in San Francisco. Beautiful artwork and fun photo ops! Must see!

It’s free and they deserved 5 stars for that . They are closed on Monday and Tuesday for maintenance work

Amazing murals! Had a great time here taking photos and appreciating the art.
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Umbrella Alley is so unique! I loved the art and that you can donate to the local artists!

Cute place to take Instagramble photos. Check it out and support your local artist

Secret alley not all San Franciscan knew about. A fun postcard pictureresque place

$5 for a pair of murals....... are you kidding me
Visited on
Weekday…
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My boyfriend and I spent the day in the city and it was fun and took lots of pic

Awesome place to get some pictures in right next to Ghirardelli Square.

Nice place for clik the pictures they charge you 10 dollar per person

Amazing place to take fun pictures!! Most definitely a place to stop!

It was fun to visit especially for my teens
Visited on
Weekday

amazing artists.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait