Unique Experiences

Amoeba Music

Name: Amoeba Music
Address: 1855 Haight St, San Francisco, CA, US
Telephone: (415) 831-1200

💰Budget Friendly🌧️Rainy Day Hero🎒School-Age Favorite

Haight

About This Spot

The world's largest independent music store — a massive warehouse of vinyl, CDs, and music memorabilia on Haight Street. Kids who are into music lose their minds here. Free live performances regularly. The used section is a treasure hunt. Even if your kids aren't music heads yet, the sheer scale and energy of the place is an experience. Combine with a walk down Haight Street for vintage shops and people-watching.

What to Expect

💝Free Entry

🏠Indoor Space

Planning Notes

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Set a budget before going in — kids (and parents) will want to buy everything. The used vinyl and CD sections are the best value. Check the events calendar for free live performances — seeing a band in-store is a memorable experience for kids. Younger kids may get bored quickly, but school-age music lovers will be in heaven.

More Planning Notes

•Check the Amoeba events calendar for free live in-store performances

•The used section has incredible deals — vinyl from $1, CDs from $3

•Listening stations let kids sample before buying

•Combine with a walk down Haight Street — vintage shops, street art, people-watching

•Grab lunch at nearby restaurants before or after

•Great rainy day activity for school-age kids

•Music posters and memorabilia on the walls are worth browsing

•Staff are knowledgeable and happy to help kids find new music

Quick Info

Hours

Daily 11 AM-8 PM

Neighborhood

Haight

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