Frequently Asked Questions - Umbrella Alley San Francisco
Nope, Umbrella Alley isn’t free—despite what TikTok might have you believe.
Version 2.0 is now open- We are under construction and many murals will be in the process of being imstalled and painted. The Umbrellas will not installed until Spring 2026.
Admission to suport the construction of the new alley is $5.00 per adult and $3.00 per kiddo (ages 12–17).
Little ones under 12? They get in for free, so bring the whole squad!
Your admission fee helps keep the new version of Umbrella Alley, hire artists to paint murals, keep the lights on, and a chunk of our rent covered. So really, you’re not just visiting—you’re an art patron!
We accept Apple Pay, credit cards, Venmo, PayPal, and cash.
Please Note – The Greetings from San Francisco Postcard mural and the Summer of Love Monarch butterfly mural will not be done when we reopen in September. They will be painted in the fall 2025.
At the new location: We are under construction and painting new murals – so hours will be unpredictable.
Fall/ Winter 2025– 10:30 am to Sunset – Wednesday through Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday unless we are painting /building the new location.
So yes – occasionally open on Mondays and Tuesdays during the Winter.
Spring / Summer 2026– 10 am to 6 pm DAILY. Occasionally open earlier and until sunset.
The facility is gated and closed after hours.
This is an small attraction that is operated by paid staff, volunteers, and artists – the Alley is not possible without the financial support of our generous guests!
We tell our visitors Umbrella Alley San Francisco is a quick 3 1/2 minutes of fun, smiles and laughter. A quick stop for anyone visiting San Francisco. We are a small but fun art project.
Located in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf, this vibrant alleyway is known for its stunning street art. The project was started in 2019 and the Version 2.0 currently features 6 completed murals.
Some of the notable murals include “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” mural, “See the World” mural by 3nolam and the “California Dreaming” 60′ wide mural on the courtyard wall.
Please Note – The Greetings from San Francisco Postcard mural and the Summer of Love Monarch butterfly mural will not be done when we reopen in September. They will be painted in the fall 2025.
We don’t have tickets.
Quick payment at the entrance – cash, credit card, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Chocolate!
The Alley is a very small art project that we promote as “3 1/2 minutes of fun, photos and laughter”
We do not have parking facilities at our location. Street parking is limited and most meters last a maximum of 2 hours. We do not reimburse parking costs.
Paid Wharf area Garage Parking is available at:
Anchorage Shopping Center Garage: 500 Beach St San Francisco, CA 94133 Two blocks from our 757 Beach Street location.
Ghirardelli Square Garage: 900 Northpoint Street San Francisco CA 94109. Garage entrance is on Larkin Street between Beach Street and North Point Street. 1 1/2 blocks West of our location.
Yes -We have a Umbrella Alley Mural artist Vending Machine on site.
Choose from T-shirts, coffee mugs, shot glassses magnets and sticker packs.
Also check out our online Umbrella Alley Swag store – a great selection of T Shirts and more items by by our mural artists
New Location: 366 Jefferson Street Sa Francsico Ca 94133
Fisherman’s Wharf
The entrance to the Alley has Only in California Store next door and In n Out Burger across the Street.
No parking available at the location
Getting Here
The Cable Cars and many MUNI Bus lines plus the The F Line are now running with modified schedules.
The Powell / Hyde Cable Car ends across the street from our 757 Beach Street facility.
Helpful Hint: Lines to board the Cable Car from downtown San Francisco can be as much as a 2 hour wait during the Summer. Cash Fare: $8.00 one way.
BART to city then to Wharf: Take BART to the Embarcadero Station. Go upstairs and cross the street to the Ferry Building. In front of the Ferry Building, take the MUNI F / E Line Historic Street Cars to the last stop in Fisherman’s Wharf.
Our Wharf location at 757 Beach Street is 4 blocks West from last F / E Line stop.
Helpful Hint: The F Line experiences rider delays during the summer months due to full street cars so plan extra time.
Sfmta – MUNI: www.sfmta.com | (415) 673-6864.
Fisherman’s Wharf is easily accessible from all points in San Francisco via public transportation.
For specific route information, please contact the SFMTA -MUNI operates the Cable Cars, F Line and Bus System.
For all transit questions, including traffic information, public transportation schedules, directions, and routes, call Bay Area Travel Guide at 511 or visit www.511.org.
BART: www.bart.gov (415) 989-2278
We host large groups on a regular basis. Advance reservations or notice are not required to bring a group to the Alley.
Occasionaly we can get one of our Mural artists to give a quick talk about their mural and the art of mural painting.
(Please request a minumum of a two weeks prior to visit)
Umbrella Alley 2.0 – Built by Artists, Supported by You
Umbrella Alley Version 2 builds on the fun and creativity of our original location.
Umbrella Alley is a testament to the unstoppable spirit of art and the artists who create it.
When COVID shut us indoors, muralists took to the streets, painting boarded storefronts and brightening San Francisco’s neighborhoods. The first Umbrella Alley grew out of that moment — starting with a few murals in a festive setting, then expanding to include the now-iconic colorful umbrellas (from our friends in Portugal).
As the years went on, artists faced even greater challenges in an uncertain economy. Umbrella Alley’s mission became clear: support Bay Area artists by commissioning them to create spectacular murals and installations.
The first Alley took four years to build, evolving piece by piece into a joyful gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Though that location closed, we are now building Umbrella Alley 2.0 in this new and amazing space. And just like before, it will continue to grow and change — with new murals and art installations always on the horizon.
Umbrella Alley thrives thanks to the generous support of visitors like you.
Your donations help keep our mission alive and ensure more artists can keep painting.
Special thanks to our landlords, the Hoppe and Berbey families, for graciously supporting the creation of the new Umbrella Alley in this space.
Want to help keep the magic alive? Snap a photo, share it with the world using #UmbrellaAlleySF, and celebrate the incredible local artists who make this space so special.
Thanks for stopping by – your visit helps us continue to brighten San Francisco, one mural at a time!
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Umbrella Alley is proudly owned and operated by the San Francisco Electric Tour Company Inc., a local favorite for fun-filled sightseeing adventures since 2004!
When COVID hit and tours came to a halt, we saw an opportunity to sprinkle some joy around our corner of San Francisco. With many muralists and artists out of work, we teamed up to transform the space into a colorful, happy haven.
By the time the world reopened, Umbrella Alley had blossomed into a vibrant spot full of smiles, laughter, and Insta-worthy vibes.
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