San Diego Automotive Museum

Museums & Art Galleries in San Diego, California

4.4 (2,141)

CategoryMuseums & Art Galleries Β· Tourist attraction
Address2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101
AreaSan Diego, California
Phone(619) 398-0306
Websitesdautomuseum.org β†—
Google rating 4.4 (2,141)

Hours

Monday10 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday10 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday10 am–4:30 pm
Thursday10 am–4:30 pm
Friday9 am–4:30 pm
Saturday9 am–4:30 pm
Sunday9 am–4:30 pm

About San Diego Automotive Museum

The mission of the San Diego Automotive Museum is to be the hub of car culture in San Diego, uniting communities, sparking passion, and providing opportunities through the power and legacy of the automotive world.

San Diego Automotive Museum exhibits showcase the evolution of automotive history through classic cars, motorcycles, and rotating themed displays. Visit us and see the exhibits highlighting innovation, design, and cultural impact across decades of automotive excellence.

Located at 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101, San Diego Automotive Museum operates as a museum serving San Diego in California. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Google also lists it under tourist attraction, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

For a night out or a family day in San Diego, venues like this one are best checked for hours and events on the day itself, since programs change. Parking and transportation home late in the evening are worth planning; ride-share apps operate in every metro area and public transit varies by city.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. Typical hours are 10 am–4:30 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (619) 398-0306. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, sdautomuseum.org.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 2,141 reviews, which is a strong result for a museum in San Diego and suggests consistent service.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

J W a month ago

A fun spot in Balboa Park! $20 per adult entry is reasonable in San Diego. Several cool cars - you can walk through in under 30-minutes. I am not even a car person and I had fun walking through the museum. And who doesn't love a little throwback with the Magnum PI car - well played. If you're looking for a little fun detour or if you love cars, this is worth the short trip to see. And it was pretty calm and quiet inside even for a Saturday.

Jim S a month ago

A pretty good amount of cars. Staff is very friendly. Docent Jennie was able share so much information on the hyper vehicles displayed that week

Nicholas Sclafani 2 months ago

Small Museum but very cool items. They have small showcases, they had NASCAR, and then INDY cars, and as of July 2026 are currently showing Hypercars.

Oscar H. Fajardo 4 months ago

Great place lots of cars the restrooms are clean . There is also restrooms outside between the two museums . The shuttle has a stop here as well so if you parked far you can take the shuttle it stops every 15 minutes . Great place to come safe for that whole family . So many nearby attractions including museums , restaurants , gift shops and a whole lots of gardens and grasslands. This place is a true gem πŸ’Ž. The zoo and amphitheater are also nearby come out and enjoy all that balboa park has to offer.

Afa H. 7 months ago

A nice stop for car enthusiasts, especially if you’re already exploring Balboa Park. The museum features a mix of classic cars and vintage motorcycles, and the rotating exhibits keep things interesting. It’s not a massive collection, you can comfortably see everything in about an hour, but the vehicles are well displayed and enjoyable to view up close. Worth visiting, just manage expectations about the size.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is San Diego Automotive Museum located?

San Diego Automotive Museum is at 2080 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101, in San Diego, California. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is San Diego Automotive Museum?

San Diego Automotive Museum is listed as a museum and is also tagged on Google as tourist attraction.

What are the hours of San Diego Automotive Museum?

Published hours are Monday: 10 am–4:30 pm; Tuesday: 10 am–4:30 pm; Wednesday: 10 am–4:30 pm; Thursday: 10 am–4:30 pm; Friday: 9 am–4:30 pm; Saturday: 9 am–4:30 pm; Sunday: 9 am–4:30 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is San Diego Automotive Museum open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 9 am–4:30 pm.

What is the phone number of San Diego Automotive Museum?

You can call San Diego Automotive Museum at (619) 398-0306.

How is San Diego Automotive Museum rated on Google?

San Diego Automotive Museum has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 2,141 reviews.

Does San Diego Automotive Museum have a website?

Yes, the website of San Diego Automotive Museum is sdautomuseum.org (linked on this page).

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