Museum
Musée Mécanique
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Musée Mécanique is a one-of-a-kind museum showcasing hundreds of antique coin-operated mechanical games and arcade machines, from player pianos and fortune tellers to early video games. Visitors can actually play many of the machines, experiencing the charm of bygone amusement arcades. The museum's eclectic collection, including rare hand-cranked devices and animated dioramas, offers a hands-on journey through the history of entertainment. Located near Fisherman's Wharf, it's a beloved spot for both nostalgia seekers and families.
Don't miss
- Play the vintage Laffing Sal and other animated fortune tellers.
- Try your hand at early 20th-century shooting galleries and strength testers.
- See the intricate hand-carved miniature circus and other mechanical dioramas.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Musée Mécanique
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMuir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)4.4★ · 5,182 travelers5–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$80 per personSee dates →
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