San Antonio Museum of Art

There’s so much to see. So much to sit with and take in. I will be back to see the exhibits I didn’t get to see. The wealth of information is extensive. Make sure you wear the proper shoes because there’s lots of ground to cover. Thankfully, the museum has many places for you to sit and take a break or simple mull over the art work right in front of you. If you want to start with American History, take a right as you walk in. If you want to start with Ancient Greece and or Eastern Civilization, take a left. You’ll also find African American History to your right as well. The museum has four floors on either side. If you don’t mind walking, take the stairs. If not, hop on the glass elevator which allows you to view the exhibits while taking a ride. The exhibits are well diverse and rich with history. You’ll thoroughly enjoy yourself if you’re a history buff like me. I’m always amazed to see how far we’ve come and in turn, appreciate the many contributions our ancestors made. Looking forward to visiting again soon.

I had a fantastic time at this Museum! I loved sitting and reading the plaques that had exposition and backstory on the item it was attached to. I kept finding more interesting things to sit and research briefly on a bench provided. I easilly spent 3 hours there and honestly wanted to stay longer, but my paid parking was running out of time. I came 5 years ago and it was amazing, and it was just as cool this time around, even seeing some of the same artifacts. I'd easily go back to view the things I had to rush past! I wont post too many photos because I dont want to spoil the fun of discovery... You should truly go see for yourself!

Best art museum I've been to in Texas. They have extensive and varied collections from around the world. It's an actual museum of all forms of art, not just a glorified art gallery. I was there for four and half hours and had to rush through the end because they were closing. Would definitely do it again. I do wish they were open a little longer on the weekends.

This Museum is a must visit if you enjoy art and culture from all time periods in history. It's a big museum and will take between 3-4 hours minimum of you take your time. A lot of the art is open for you to view so please respect it and enjoy.

The San Antonio Museum of Art is a wonderful place to spend a few hours (maybe half a day). The collection is diverse, with art from all over the world and different time periods. The layout makes it easy to explore and appreciate each section at a comfortable pace. I enjoyed seeing both the ancient pieces and the more modern works. The building itself is beautiful and adds to the experience. It is a great spot for anyone who enjoys art and culture.

We visited the museum for the free family day event. Even when there were several activities for kids, it was geared more for ages 5 and up... I'd suggest for the next family day to have more activities the little can enjoy rough touching. The museum per se it wonderful, my kids loved to see all the paintings and artifacts.

Beautiful building. Make sure you use the map so you don't miss anything. Riverside shuttle is right outside the building which is cool. Smaller museum but had to show my support. Use citypass for discounts! Don't miss the O'Keefe!

My husband and I absolutely loved this museum. I personally enjoy studying paintings, and my husband is obsessed with Greek and Roman history. We visited on a Thursday after my brother graduated boot camp, and it was the perfect place to relax in the AC and take in the beautiful pieces the museum has on display. The museum is a lot bigger than we thought, and is 4 stories high. There are 2 elevators on either sides on the museum. We didn't have enough time to check out floor 3 or 4, but we'd definitely come back if we find ourselves in San Antonio again. We bought our tickets through CityPass, so checking in was fast and easy.

Brilliant place. The collection and the building--the old Pearl Brewery--meld together beautifully and the location near the River Walk is gorgeous. The converted buildings and the setting alone are a work of art. The collection is strong in many ways but the huge collection of Latin American and Colonial Art stands out. But there is so much to see and enjoy here. It's one of the things that make San Antonio such an amazing town.

There's so much to see. So much to sit with and take in. I will be back to see the exhibits I didn't get to see. The wealth of information is extensive. Make sure you wear the proper shoes because there's lots of ground to cover. Thankfully, the museum has many places for you to sit and take a break or simple mull over the art work right in front of you. If you want to start with American History, take a right as you walk in. If you want to start with Ancient Greece and or Eastern Civilization, take a left. You'll also find African American History to your right as well. The museum has four floors on either side. If you don't mind walking, take the stairs. If not, hop on the glass elevator which allows you to view the exhibits while taking a ride. The exhibits are well diverse and rich with history. You'll thoroughly enjoy yourself if you're a history buff like me. I'm always amazed to see how far we've come and in turn, appreciate the many contributions our ancestors made. Looking forward to visiting again soon.

The San Antonio Museum of Art is a beautiful massive space. This was my first visit and I believe we only made it through half of the museum. Some of the exhibit I saw included: Readymade Remix: New Approaches to Familiar Objects: Maya Blue: Ancient Color, New Visions; Angel Rodriguez-Diaz: The Goddess Triptych Reunited. We also browsed the American, European, Contemporary, Latin American, and Ancient Mediterranean collections. I love the way the pieces are displayed and lighted throughout the museum. I also appreciate the inclusion of local/Texas artists, the depictions of local historical imagery, and the fact that the descriptions are in both English and Spanish. There is seating throughout which allowed us to think about the works and discuss them without being on our feet for the entirety of our visit. The gift shop has an incredible array of offerings from clothing, to jewelry, puzzles and games, chimes, prints, and so much more. Local residents call visit for free on Sundays from 10-noon and Tuesdays 4-7 providing residents an amazing opportunity to participate in the local art scene.

I've been on a museum kick recently and love this museum. I really appreciate how this museum has a wide range of art spanning different continents. You'd be amazed to see how many popular museum do not cover Asia or indigenous populations. We went on Sunday during the free hours for residents and it was lovely. I like the station where you could watercolor the flowers in front of you. We spent like 2 hours walking around and it didn't even cover all the art.

This excellent art house spans 5000 years of global culture. They have a sizable inventory and rotate items from their permanent collection, so it's not likely you'll see many of the same things if you visit once a year like I do. Their Latin American folk art collection is important, donated by former vice president Nelson A. Rockefeller. There have been several major acquisitions, including a Botero sculpture, photography by Edward Weston, and an archway featuring Talavera tiles by Dr. Urrutia. Many toys, textiles, furniture and ceramics are on view. The Asian collection is substantial, boasting several treasures from the Liao, Ming and Qing dynasties. There is an overhead sculpture by Chihuly that's a must see. The gift shop is well curated and always has a few things to truly tempt me. Free admission to Bexar County residents on Tuesdays from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Parking is easy, across the street and sadly, no longer free.

A Sunday well spent at the SAMA! I had been wanting to visit for quite some time! I'm so glad we finally came and we enjoyed it so much! This museum has so much art varying from so many countries. They have so many different mediums and art styles from classic to modern and contemporary pieces. The Museum itself has a vast and open layout with a very unique glass tunnel that connects two buildings. The elevator is also see through and you can see the different art rooms as you ascend or descend on the elevator. It took us a few hours to see it all and it was well worth it. The price for entry is average to most museums and they offer student and military discount. There's a parking lot directly across and it's pay by phone... it's $6 for 4hrs. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this museum!

What a wonderful place to spend some time and appreciation all medias of art. It was very peaceful and multicultural, I absolutely loved it. My wife and I love sharing our opinions of the different artists their perspectives and what we think it means or what the artist was trying to convey. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, it was nice getting answers to questions we had.

So pleasantly surprised and enthralled by the selection of art here in San Antonio. It's so vast and vibrant and multiple cultures are beautifully represented. A few pieces really moved me and it's such a great size. I was able to see every exhibit all before dinner! Parking is a bit tough though, exactly what you'd expect downtown but it was worth the trouble.

What a huge museum! I spent 4 hours and only covered the west wing! I'll be going back to cover the other side. I highly recommend visiting, whether it's solo or with friends/family. Fun tip for solo visits: bring your headphones and listen to some classical or lofi music as you walk around, read, and admire. Makes for a very relaxing experience.

SAMA is a great place for a nice day out. The pay for parking is right across the street & only $6 if you are going to the SAMA. Entrance is free for San Antonio residents! Also, they offer free guided tours that highlight some special pieces and get you oriented to the museum and its offerings. They have a little bit of everything! A beautiful collection with Texan, Latin American, Mexican, Egyptian, Chinese, Historical American, Modern American art, as well as special curated exhibitions. The museum is quite large & is adjacent to the Riverwalk (why it's called the Museum reach). Also a quick walk to The Pearl. Enjoy!

Nice gem near the Riverwalk off of Broadway. It was my first time and I have to say I was impressed with how well this was curated. It has something for most tastes and the collection of ancient artifacts, sculptures and artwork from Egypt, Rome, Mexico were incredible. It is a large building with numerous rooms on 4 levels throughout the East and West Wing. It is not very expensive and luckily it wasn't crowded on a Sunday.

It was amazing it's the first museum I've been to and it was an epic adventure, I ordered my ticket online and it was such an easy process and I went ahead and printed it out - but the process is painless you can pull up your email and they just scan the bar code and you're in, they tell you about the maps and there are so many tips right there in brochure form to help you - even scavenger hunts for the kids - by the way kids get in for free, 12 and under and students get in at the time of this review for 12 dollars The ticket is good for specific hours and it'll inform you The people are sweet and it is an amazing experience, hurry up and go - so worth it it's a wow experience

This museum was lovely. I was very interested in the local/South Texas / Mexican art. I was thankful to enjoy a few hours here on a self-care day. As with most museums, no iced coffee or food allowed. Otherwise, a beautiful to be had. Consider walking the riverwalk next door when you're done!

I like the San Antonio Museum of Art. Many years ago, a friend of mine got me a membership as a birthday gift, and since then, this has been one of my go to places when it comes to museum events. This time I was invited to an event highlighting the Lonestar Brewing Company. The exhibit was about the brewing company that used to be located in the area that is now the Pearl. For the exhibit, there were various pictures of the old Lonestar Brewing Company, and its history. Before going in, the museum offered beverages, pastries, charcuterie items, and a variety of other goodies to promote the exhibit to members. I have been to various events due to one of my friends having a membership. I no longer have a membership, but given some of the events, I have been thinking of getting one again. I like many of the exhibits offered by the museum, but I do think that sometimes they're a bit underwhelming. However, it is always a good place to visit, and some of the membership events are truly worth it.

A smaller sized, but beautiful museum along the River Walk. I've been to SAMA a handful of times throughout my life and though it is by no means the biggest art museum I've been to, it has a pretty good selection of art from around the world. From personal experiences alone, I can say the staff has always been extremely professional handling all of the high school art club field trips, university research walkthroughs, and all of the solo visits I've been on, and have been consistent throughout the years. Each section of the museum gives you a pretty compact but solid feel for the focus of interest in every one, and are each about the same size so everything feels equally represented. The cultural art is fascinating, the paintings are lovely, and the modern art always makes you stop to read about it. As a ceramicist, I am always in awe of the Greek and Roman exhibits for the earthenware, and Ancient China exhibit especially as at least 90% of it is stunningly gorgeous porcelains. The rotating exhibits are always super interesting and are well advertised in the area so you can look forward to what's there. I went to their most current one, The Age of Armor, for a personal project I'm working on and it helped me TREMENDOUSLY with my research. Each time I've been to SAMA to see what I've been doing research on in person makes everything click into place and helps me significantly. I love museums immensely, and though SAMA isn't a top five museum for me I still enjoy every opportunity I get to go.

For my Birthday we went for a visit to this museum. What a treat, love how it's located right on the riverwalk and parking is a breeze, a lot across the street for only $5/day! About 4 floors high, this museum spans across the entire world. The first half held mostly historical artifacts- Egyptian, Greek/Roman etc The other half held European, American, Contemporary, and Latin American art to name a few. Although the historical artifacts are interesting, my heart loves viewing art (paintings, etc) more. We truly enjoyed the spotlight "American Made" Beautifully displayed paintings. Make sure to cut out most of your day for this museum as there are lots to see. A few outdoor sculptures surround the museum and it hosts a restaurant on the riverwalk. Entrance fees are very reasonable- normally $20, but military, first responders, seniors, and students receive a discount. We paid $12/person for military discount. Beautiful well organized museum.

What a beautiful, unique collection! I enjoyed the space itself almost as much as the art. There staff was friendly and they are open late a couple days a week for a night out! Check out the Latino art and the contemporary if those are your thing. It was a nice representation of the area!

My girls and I went a few months ago and had an amazing time. So many beautiful things to see. My favorite was a Diego Rivera painting!

Today, I came in to visit the museum with Thing Two. I used to be a member here, but since moving further north, I dont have the opportunity to come as much and, as such, let my membership lapse. However, because I was in this location and also because there is a new exhibit here, I had to come in. The location has ample parking across the street and isn't located on a busy street, so it's quite easy to access. The newest exhibit here is the Age of Armor. This exhibit was so interesting, Thing Two and I learned a great deal. What we learned: Improvements in metallurgy in the Middle Ages contributed to the rise of the suits of armor. Also called plate armor, the metal was the best way to protect the fighter from being slashed apart by a sword or pierced with a lance or pikes so pieces of metal were pounded flat and used to fashion a protective garment. The pieces of metal were held together by chains or leather straps. While suits of armor were helpful protection from sword and dagger attacks, they were less effective at keeping the wearer safe from forceful hits. Weapons such as war hammers, maces, and poleaxes could still be deadly to the warrior because the metal suit did little to prevent injuries from blunt force trauma. The knight could die from a concussion or head injury if struck on the head with one of these weapons, even if he were wearing a metal helmet. Depending on the quality of the metal and craftsmanship, the amount of coverage it provided, the time period, and the geographic region of the knight, a suit of armor was a major purchase. For the cost of a suit of armor, a family could purchase a farm. They were so costly that only the elite class of professional knights and noblemen could afford to buy one. Common, low-ranking soldiers either did without, wore chainmail, or wore inferior armor. The suits of armor shown here were from various regions and time periods. The armor will be on display until May 12, 2024. Aside from the armor exhibit, there is another extraordinary collection on loan from Angel Rodriguez-Diaz! I was jazzed to his work here as he called San Antonio home up to the date of his death in 2023. For non- local folks, Rodriguez-Diaz was commissioned by the San Antonio government to create a mural, Birth of a City. This was followed by larger commissions; The Beacon is an illuminated obelisk in the couple's neighborhood, and The Crossroads of Enlightenment, a two tower artwork inspired by smokestacks at the nearby Alamo Quarry Market. Aside from his structural works, his paintings, all of which are oil on canvas, are mostly self-portraits and portraits of women of color. The works displayed here are three oil on canvas paintings of women in their purest form (absolutely breathtaking). His works will be on display until Jan 2025. Aside from these two major exhibits, guests of the museum will find North African/West Asian (Egyptian), Asian, European, and South Pacific Oceanic paintings and artifacts as well as local TX handicrafts. There is a gift shop and conference room located on the first floor of this museum. No flash photography or food or drink are allowed in the exhibit areas. Additionally, Tre Trattoria is the restaurant located at the San Antonio Museum of Art (Yelp link below), so if you don't want to walk 10 minutes to the Pearl, you can also eat here. https://www.yelp.com/biz/tre-trattoria-san-antonio?rr=1 Get out there, San Antoninas, and expand your horizons!

Clean and spacious museum. Whole special exhibit devoted to Hinduism with its own store. Was hoping for more Christian art especially in European collection, but disproportionately a lot for Chinese and other art. In and out privileges nice. You have to check in your backpack. Came with city pass, which was good. Glad it wasn't crowded in a weekday but I can see why it's not very popular.

i love coming here. It's always clean and i never have to wait long in line. today i learned that if you have your Alamo College District Student ID you get free admission :) Love it! the elevator does take a little while, be prepared for that.

If you have any interest in art at all I recommend coming to see this gem in the heart of San Antonio. There is available parking directly across the street and it was $20 for adult entry into the museum. There are two sides to this building with a walkway in the 4th floor that connects both. There were exhibits that represented everything from Greek sculptures to Chinese pottery, to modern American artists. I saw everything but feel like I need another visit to really take in the full amount of art that is represented. This museum is great for everyone from children to the elderly. I can't wait to come back here and I hope you do too

The San Antonio Museum of Art is a nice place to visit. It is very close to the downtown tourist area with easy access to the riverwalk. The museum houses small collections of a variety of art forms. I paint so I enjoy abstract expressionism. Unfortunately, the museum doesn't display an extensive collection. This is not a very big museum so you don't have to wear your hiking shoes but it's a quiet place where you can pack a nice lunch to eat long after your fill of a nice collection of beautiful art. I liked it. Oh, they have a restaurant on the premises and a nice courtyard. If you like art, it's worth the trip.

Absolutely beautiful art and carefully crafted galleries. I dropped by here on Christmas Eve and stayed for about 2 hours and didn't make it through half of the museum! I had the pleasure of speaking with a museum docent about the art, and she took time to give me some insider knowledge about some of the art pieces. I highly recommend checking this museum out if you're in San Antonio.

SAMA is on the bus line for the "hop on hop off" tourist bus, I'd recommend making it a stop if you're a tourist. Plan for 2 hours or so, 3 if you're taking your time. It's MASSIVE, with multiple floors of art--Egyptian, Roman, Asian, European. There's a lot to see and a lot of it rare and unique. Probably a top-5 museum I've ever been in, TBH.

This is my second favorite museum in San Antonio, if only because of it's broad spectrum collection of art. They have a beautiful rainbow glass bridge between the two buildings, where you can get a great view of downtown on one side and a semi-obstructed view of the Pearl on the other side,. It sits on the banks of the mighty San Antonio River, just north of the Pearl District. It's got its own parking lot, and has rotating exhibits in it's own hall. I love looking at the city from the sky ridge on the fourth floor. It connects two primary buildings, and you can see the river, the Pearl, and other unique city viewpoints. Here are some other highlights I recommend at the SAMA: the Baroque style Catholic Art symbolizing the importance of that particular church to the city's growth and development. This place has art from all over, historic and contemporary - local and world famous artists, all can be seen here. It's free in Tuesdays and Sunday evenings, so why not include it in your day. It does have a nice cafe in the back, and there are other spots to eat within walking distance. I return very regularly and my kids have grown to live certain pieces with each visit. Definitely a don't miss #ThankYouThursday

Remarkable! Honestly one of the largest art museums in America covering Asia, precolombian era art, Oceania and more! Their selection of Mexican art was fantastic! I also enjoyed the early Buddhist art. Definitely some rare pieces. My family loved it! Expect to spend a few hours here, as the museum is huge!

Do you like art, history, or looking for angels above you? Well look no further!!! I came here for Tony Parker's event. He brought his "toys" and the boys and IIIII, ME, This gal, loved it all. SAMA has 5000 years of history of art, people, and cultures. Their shop has books, jewelry, and numerous other items for sell. I know they have other events and showcases that may intrigue your mind which may also entice you to become a member. Check them out www.SAMuseum.org Spent the whole day there looking at everything but rushed towards the end due to our bellies wanting comida! Shout out and Thanks to Yelp for also sharing the best 10 restaurants near here. Yummy

I finally got around going to SAMA, and wow, it's such a special place. I went for the Still Brewing exhibit, but stayed to explore other exhibits they have. This place is five times bigger than I thought! I can't wait to go back when I have more time to take it all in at my own pace. They have a stunning collection of pieces from all around the world. The museum entry is free on Tuesday and Sunday afternoons so add it to your plans next week! There's parking across the street, it was $5 for a couple hours which was great. I want to look into future events too! It's in a great place of town with restaurants and bars within walking distance, right along the river.

May 4th 2023 Attended the SA current Flavor event at SAMA and everything was awesome. The venue was nicely decorated and spacious, so perfect for all the vendors and attendees.

Absolutely great place! The exhibits here were stellar, the narratives were great, and the atmosphere was superb. The workers were all nice, genuine, and knowledgeable. I thoroughly enjoyed the exhibits especially the Egyptian, Greek, and the Japanese. My friend really enjoyed the dedication to the marvel characters. The overall atmosphere was really the kicker, nice temperature, good flow, and four floors. 9.2/10

This museum is amazing. I haven't been in many years but visited recently to check out the armor exhibit (available until May 12). After the armor exhibit (very cool btw), we wandered through the other exhibits. They have an amazingly cool variety of art to explore. The building itself is also cool, it used to be a brewery and has a lot of history.

I went to this museum for the first time and it was lovely. They have a LOT to see! I saw their brewery exhibit learned a lot about Breweries in San Antonio and their other exhibits are huge so you could spend a couple of hours there. I will definitely be going back.

This tour went well! The ambience of the museum was so beautiful. all the peices are so alluring and breath taking. My DREAM date. If I ever get married I want to get proposed to HERE!

Right off the river walk and beautifully appointed. The museum isn't cavernous but has a surprisingly wide depth of exhibits. Egyptian, Roman, Greek, landscapes and artifacts from Pompeii, modern art, and Latin American art from antiquity and recent times. All displayed with great aesthetics-excellent!

I came to see one thing and I was not disappointed. The art collection is really nice. The Egyptian, the Roman and the Greek area I found enjoyable. The Latin area I found enjoyable as well. I was sort of disappointed with the Texan side of it because there's so much culture in Texas. It feels and looks like most of it has been snuffed out and replaced with some gentrified passion for Art that doesn't really relate to Texans. Texan culture is amazing. 1/10 of Texan culture could've filled that building to breaking point but somehow the museum seems satisfied with fire eating baton twirlers outside. Not sure how that coordinates with culture. I am sure that most people from San Antonio (not California) would have been more satisfied with something more in relation to the community where the museum is located.

Had a great experience and the atmosphere, can't wait to take my niece and nephew very soon.

I took my 2 1/2 year-old niece to children's day and we made a paper dragon and heard all about the Chinese new year and the year that they were born and the animal associated with it. We also learned how to say happy new year in Chinese. A book was read about the dragon that came down from the mountain hungry and ate the villagers food, and what they did to protect themselves. It was very organized, interesting, and educational for the kids. There was a good turnout. Afterwards, we looked at Art and climbed four flights of stairs, then came down the elevator, which is made of glass.

How does one rate art? Just like anything else, it's about the $$ vs experience. Parking is convenient...not free ($5) unless you're a member. There was some construction, so navigating wasn't the most fun. Service was superb at the front desk...just smiles and respect. I really enjoyed seeing ancient artifacts and sculptures...esp the coin collection and Greek statues. There were literally pieces that are thousands of years old, even preceding the days of MOSES. Crazy! I was a bit fan of the Chinese collections as well....however my 4 star is because of my huge disappoint at the Korean collection. It is labeled Korean so I expected a bit more than a few Buddha sculptures and pottery made in korea...thought it would be more of the culture. Oh well. For $20, well worth it and lots of food options near by too. If you want to find something to do to spend your day but can't decide, then this is a great option to stroll around and enjoy someone else's hard work. However, this is probably not a place you want to bring young children or strollers, I don't think the experience would be very pleasant with children around. It was pretty cool that they would allow us to take photos of stuff (without flash) so I get to capture some memories with my wife.

The San Antonio Museum of Art is an underappreciated treasure -- wonderful permanent collection (particularly the Latin American collection), excellent temporary exhibits and spacious galleries that encourage a leisurely visit. There's an airy (if pricey) cafe overlooking the river and a great gift shop. But now, the museum also has initiated a FABULOUS new program for members, offering a wide range of activities, all of them fun (and educational). The themed Art on Tap on Friday evenings provides docent tours focused on different parts of the collection with delicious food and drinks in the Great Hall. The evenings are for all ages with live music and a variety of activities suited to kids and the kid in all of us. I especially enjoy the "Off the Wall" tours during the week that highlight parts of the museum collection that might be overlooked or expand our understanding of pieces that we already know and love. There are movies for the whole family in the museum's central courtyard, a Kids' Studio for the littlest ones, and later in August there will be an evening game night to play Mexican "Loteria" accompanied by drinks and snacks. What a great gift to the San Antonio community -- and to visitors who are welcome to join in the fun. Well done, SAMA.

2019 Yelp 120 Challenge - #97 What a beautiful hidden gem of San Antonio. The San Antonio Museum of Art is the third spot on the Hop on Hop Off bus tour. Parking in front of the museum is free. Every Tuesday and Sunday is free admission to the East and West wing of the museum. I highly recommend checking their website for upcoming events or exhibits. On free days for any special exhibit there will be a $5 or more surcharge. A few beautiful sections of the museum include. * Texas Artist & Texas Furniture * African Artifacts * Roman Artifacts * European Art * American Art * Abstract Artist * Modern & Contemporary Art You can spend all day in the San Antonio Museum of Arts from reading all the information bulletins to exploring the various levels and artwork. I am happy that I was able to see one of my favorite abstract expressionist Helen Frankentheler. What a great family day spent exploring various local and historical artist.

We became members of SAMA about a year ago as it was the same cost as 4 regular admission tickets. This was the last art museum I visited in the city and I was so surprised at the diverse collection of Art that they have. I have enjoyed going to see the special exhibits and the pop up markets in addition to the regular collection since I have been a member. The extensive Asian, And European Art is fabulous and is unique to the other museums in San Antonio. I definitely recommend SAMA to any art lovers out there.

It was my first time here. A lot more than I thought. The layout is a little rough but for the space they have I feel they did a good job in setting it up. I struggled with the item number and the write up because they did not always match up or it was hard to determine what the item number was. We had a good time, a lot of stairs. I will give more information when I go back. The first time was a quick hour walk through. So if you really like art you can spend all day there.

I would have put five stars for this awesome museum, however we were not advised that the elevator system on the east side of the building was under maintenance. Which would have been great to know. Then we could have started upwards on the opposite side making it easier to come down the stairs. With the heat outside, we found it as a great escape. The staff also take away any drinks upon entrance and held onto them for you. Which is great, but not so great if you have to climb those stairs.There are soo many beautiful pieces of art and pieces preserved from all over. Really amazing to see up close. Learned a lot as well. Highly recommended.

Such a great place to be inspired! We enjoyed the exhibits & really got to see so many different cultural pieces. Everything truly is a piece of art here! From the guy who scans your ticket to get out of the parking lot to the front desk staff - service was above & beyond.

Great way to spend a couple of hours on a Sunday. The Chinese ceramics exhibit is worth coming for on its own.

The staff was excellent. They were so amazingly sweet and helpful the entire night. The venue was really clean and just beautiful.

Decided to come to SAMA to escape not only our Texas heat, but to see the metal exhibit. They have a huge variety of art and artifacts. There is a lot to see! When we came to visit, the elevators were down. So if you have anyone who isn't mobile enough to go up and down the stairs I'd call first to see if they have any suggestions. It took a little over two hours to do a 'quick' run through the whole museum, I could have probably spend the day taking everything in. It's a great place to visit! Definitely would recommend anyone to stop in and get some steps in.

Its a great collection worth walking through many times. There is something by new you missed to see the last time. Most times it isnt crowded or loud so it is very easy to enjoy.