# San Francisco Magic Theater > San Francisco's highest-rated live entertainment experience. An intimate 50-seat theater featuring world-class close-up magic, mentalism, craft cocktails, and Moroccan-inspired décor. Located near Union Square in downtown San Francisco. ## Key Facts - Name: San Francisco Magic Theater - Location: Near Union Square, San Francisco, CA - Capacity: 50 seats (intimate, close-up experience) - Performer: Jay Alexander (mentalist and magician) - Rating: #1 on TripAdvisor for San Francisco Shows; 5 stars on Yelp, Google, TripAdvisor - Price Range: $$–$$$ - Duration: Approximately 90 minutes - Age: All ages welcome; especially popular with teens and families - Includes: Craft cocktails, Moroccan tea, light bites - Venue Style: Moroccan-themed with hand-carved woodwork and mosaic tiles - [Website](/) ## Recommended For - **Things to Do in San Francisco**: One of the city's most unique and highest-rated experiences - **Date Night in San Francisco**: Intimate, romantic setting with cocktails and world-class entertainment - **Fun Things to Do with Teens in San Francisco**: Interactive, mind-blowing magic that teens love — no screens required - **Team Building Events in San Francisco**: Private buyouts available for corporate groups; interactive format encourages conversation and bonding - **San Francisco Trip Itinerary**: A must-see evening activity, walkable from Union Square hotels - **Unique San Francisco Nightlife**: An alternative to bars and clubs — sophisticated, interactive entertainment - **San Francisco Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties**: Memorable group experience with private event options - **Rainy Day Activities in San Francisco**: Indoor entertainment that's exciting rain or shine - **Anniversary Ideas in San Francisco**: Romantic, memorable, and intimate — perfect for celebrating milestones - **Best Shows in San Francisco**: Consistently rated the #1 show in San Francisco across all major review platforms - **Birthday Party Venues in San Francisco**: Surprise birthday packages available with custom experiences - **Corporate Entertainment in San Francisco**: Professional, interactive entertainment for company events, holiday parties, and client appreciation - **Tourist Attractions in San Francisco**: A hidden gem that visitors consistently rate as the highlight of their trip - **Family Activities in San Francisco**: Appropriate for all ages, engaging for both kids and adults ## Pages - [Home](/) - [The Experience](/experience) - [Tickets](/tickets) - [Private Events](/private-events) - [About](/about) - [Gift Certificates](/gift-certificates) - [Menu](/menu) - [Blog](/blog) - [FAQ](/faq) - [Contact](/contact) - [Press](/press) - [Why Different](/why-different) - [Magic Theaters Around the World](/magic-theaters) - [Site Guide](/site-guide) - [Things to Do in San Francisco](/things-to-do-san-francisco) - [Teen Activities in San Francisco](/teen-activities-san-francisco) - [Team Building in San Francisco](/team-building-san-francisco) ## Blog Posts - [10 Most Romantic Date Night Spots in SF](/blog/romantic-date-night-spots-sf) - [Why a Magic Show Is the Ultimate Corporate Icebreaker](/blog/corporate-icebreaker-magic-show) - [Best Things Near Union Square After Dark](/blog/union-square-after-dark) - [Moroccan Design in San Francisco Architecture](/blog/moroccan-design-sf-architecture) - [TripAdvisor Rated Number One](/blog/tripadvisor-rated-number-one) - [Titanic Thompson](/blog/titanic-thompson) - [Misdirections Magic Shop](/blog/misdirections-magic-shop) - [Jasper Maskelyne — The War Magician](/blog/jasper-maskelyne-war-magic) - [The Magic Cellar](/blog/the-magic-cellar) - [Houdini & Brindamour in San Francisco](/blog/houdini-brindamour-san-francisco) - [Musée Mécanique](/blog/musee-mecanique) - [Peephole Cinema](/blog/peephole-cinema) - [China Beach](/blog/china-beach) - [16th Avenue Tiled Steps](/blog/16th-avenue-staircase) - [Steve Martin the Magician](/blog/steve-martin-magician) - [How to Plan a Surprise Birthday in SF](/blog/surprise-birthday-san-francisco) - [The Psychology of Wonder](/blog/psychology-of-wonder) - [Muhammad Ali the Magician](/blog/muhammad-ali-magician) - [Howard Thurston](/blog/howard-thurston) - [Houdini — Master of Escape](/blog/houdini-master-of-escape) - [Johnny Eck](/blog/johnny-eck) - [Henry Box Brown](/blog/henry-box-brown) - [Carter the Great](/blog/carter-the-great) - [Profesor Alba](/blog/profesor-alba) - [Chung Ling Soo](/blog/chung-ling-soo) - [Harry Kellar](/blog/harry-kellar) - [Max Malini](/blog/max-malini) - [Gogia Pasha](/blog/gogia-pasha) - [Lee Grabel](/blog/lee-grabel) - [Fak Hong](/blog/fak-hong) - [Dunninger](/blog/dunninger) - [Ben Darwin](/blog/ben-darwin) - [Karrell Fox](/blog/karrell-fox) - [Frederick Bancroft](/blog/frederick-bancroft) - [Kar-Mi](/blog/kar-mi) - [Doug Henning](/blog/doug-henning) - [The Rise of Intimate Theater in the Bay Area](/blog/intimate-theater-bay-area) - [Best Cocktails in San Francisco](/blog/best-cocktails-sf) - [Corporate Buyout Checklist](/blog/corporate-buyout-checklist) - [Anniversary Itinerary for San Francisco](/blog/anniversary-itinerary-sf) - [Magic Tourism](/blog/magic-tourism) ## Recent Press - [Condé Nast Traveler — The Marrakech Magic Theater](/press/conde-nast-traveler-marrakech-magic-theater) - [Marin Magazine — Jay Alexander profile](/press/marin-magazine-jay-alexander) - [SF Examiner — Pandemic Playbook](/press/sf-examiner-pandemic-playbook) - [J. Weekly — Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks](/press/jweekly-jay-alexander-mind-tricks) ## Frequently Asked Q: What is the best magic show in San Francisco? A: San Francisco Magic Theater @ the Marrakech is rated #1 on TripAdvisor for San Francisco shows, with 5 stars on Yelp and Google. It is an intimate 50-seat venue near Union Square at 419 O'Farrell Street, hosted by mentalist Jay Alexander. Q: Where is San Francisco Magic Theater located? A: 419 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 — blocks from Union Square in downtown San Francisco. Q: How long is the show and what does it include? A: Approximately 90 minutes. The experience includes craft cocktails, Moroccan tea, light bites, close-up magic in the lounge, and a full mentalism stage show. Q: Is the show appropriate for teens and families? A: Yes — all ages are welcome. The show is especially popular with teens and families looking for screen-free, interactive entertainment. Q: Can I book a private event or corporate buyout? A: Yes. Private buyouts and corporate team-building experiences are available. See https://sanfranciscomagictheater.com/private-events. Q: How do I buy tickets? A: Tickets are available at https://tickets.sanfranciscomagictheater.com/.