Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze

Amusement center · Fisherman's Wharf

Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze

Amusement center · Fisherman's Wharf

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Pier 39, 0-11 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94111

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Step into a vibrant mirrored maze at Pier 39, where arched doorways meet colorful visuals, creating a playful escape for all ages.  

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Pier 39, 0-11 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94111 Get directions

magowansinfinitemirrormaze.com
@pier39maze

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Pier 39, 0-11 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94111 Get directions

+1 415 835 0019
magowansinfinitemirrormaze.com
@pier39maze

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"People stumble about the labyrinth, arms outstretched. Even so, they sometimes find themselves smacking headfirst into their own reflection. Shrieking and giggling when they reach someone else they ask, “are you real?” This maze is contained in a nondescript building on San Francisco’s Pier 39. It’s a disorienting dungeon of columns and mirrors, lit by blacklight and flashing neon and scored by rave music. Once you’ve managed to make it through the purveyors have been known to recommend trying it again, this time backwards. This trippy scene is standard fare at Magowan’s Infinite Mirror Maze for visitors of all ages, no drugs required (or recommended for that matter). Its founder calls it “one part art, one part science.” The trick is simple–you’ve probably seen it before at a carnival–but the effect is still enchanting. Update February 2018: It appears the maze is now back open for business, after closing briefly with no explanation." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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"People stumble about the labyrinth, arms outstretched. Even so, they sometimes find themselves smacking headfirst into their own reflection. Shrieking and giggling when they reach someone else they ask, “are you real?” This maze is contained in a nondescript building on San Francisco’s Pier 39. It’s a disorienting dungeon of columns and mirrors, lit by blacklight and flashing neon and scored by rave music. Once you’ve managed to make it through the purveyors have been known to recommend trying it again, this time backwards. This trippy scene is standard fare at Magowan’s Infinite Mirror Maze for visitors of all ages, no drugs required (or recommended for that matter). Its founder calls it “one part art, one part science.” The trick is simple–you’ve probably seen it before at a carnival–but the effect is still enchanting. Update February 2018: It appears the maze is now back open for business, after closing briefly with no explanation." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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"The '60s and '70s in San Francisco were synonymous with psychedelic "hobbies," but tripping in the new millennium on Pier 39 is something you can now enjoy, legally, with the entire family. This labyrinth of 77 mirrors and black lights isreminiscent of a carnival fun house, and finding your way out of the 2,000-square-foot kaleidoscope of glowing twists and turns and befuddling dead-ends puts the fun in funky. While '80smusic thumps, kids race through and into the walls, while adults feel their way down endless neon hallways. Created by Charles Magowan (who, no surprise, studied psychology at Yale), the Mirror Maze is a trip for all ages, and at just $5 it might be the cheapest one you'll find in San Francisco."

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@afar

"The '60s and '70s in San Francisco were synonymous with psychedelic "hobbies," but tripping in the new millennium on Pier 39 is something you can now enjoy, legally, with the entire family. This labyrinth of 77 mirrors and black lights isreminiscent of a carnival fun house, and finding your way out of the 2,000-square-foot kaleidoscope of glowing twists and turns and befuddling dead-ends puts the fun in funky. While '80smusic thumps, kids race through and into the walls, while adults feel their way down endless neon hallways. Created by Charles Magowan (who, no surprise, studied psychology at Yale), the Mirror Maze is a trip for all ages, and at just $5 it might be the cheapest one you'll find in San Francisco."

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Daniel Kofman

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Price to enter wasn’t too bad, so I agreed. The interior is pretty well decorated, I wasn’t expecting it, nor all the photo shoots going on inside haha

MChey

Google
Great for the littles & adults alike. We had too much fun trying to navigate our way out of the mirror maze. The music and lights made a super fun ambiance. Definitely something you must experience, we loved it so much we went back through the opposite way. The lady at the counter was very nice and welcoming. There were only two of us at first so it wasn’t extremely difficult to navigate but when a big group came in it made it much harder to find your way which was a lot of fun. Highly recommend giving this place a visit

Paulina Corona

Google
I had a blast going through here. Very beautiful visuals put together. Family had a blast with guest that were also attending. Recommend coming here made our rainy day a sunshine.

Supriya Harati

Google
We had an awesome experience at Magowan’s Infinite Mirror Maze at Pier 39, San Francisco, CA. The kids absolutely loved it and had so much fun exploring the maze. The staff was incredibly lovely, cooperative, and very loyal, making the visit even more enjoyable. It’s a fantastic spot for families, and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Pier 39!

Wasabi Soy sauce

Google
It was fun getting lost and seeing yourself in a lot of mirrors this make it hard to figure out your way out. It’s fun with family for sure!

Marcela Ma

Google
Such a fun experience for kids and adults! I’ve done this with friends and family and it’s always so so fun :)

Mati

Google
Parked across the street it’s $10 an hour! However it makes it much more convenient so yea. The maze is located within pier 39 it is small and can end within 5 minutes. We spent about an hour there going over an over again( my toddler loved it that much) Kid friendly, they play great music which makes it more enjoyable Greeted upon entry and the host was so sweet Restrooms available close by They provide you with gloves ( hands will sweat) I would suggest you bring your own warm gloves or mittens which I did for my daughter it’s more enjoyable than the ones they provide. (Gloves are provided to prevent all those fingerprints, dirtying mirrors) makes sense You pay $10 and you can go back anytime during the day until they close at 8 pm. Awesome art and vibe I’ll be visiting again We visited on a Wednesday at 5 pm not busy at all

Mason Peckels

Google
Wow only downside about this place is that it could totally take on 4× the amount of space it has now and be so awesome! It's still pretty cool though. Me and my wife came here and it made us feel like little kids again! So much fun. It's super clean which I'd imagine is difficult given the amount of mirrors. We spent probably 20-30 minutes here and had a blast. The location is up on the second floor of pier 39 on I belive the corner of the first courtyard area. The staff here was very friendly and happy which made the experience so great. Any age person can come here and have fun!