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The Wave Organ

Marina District

Let the ocean serenade you at this haunting acoustic sculpture, where 25 pipes transform tidal movements into an ever-changing symphony of moans, whistles, and gurgles. Built from salvaged cemetery marble in 1986, it's a contemplative spot with panoramic bay views that rewards patient listening.

acoustic sculpture
tide-activated
cemetery marble construction
bay views

Tips

🌊"the only instrument in the world played by the Pacific Ocean" (Peter Richards)
🪦built from salvaged 1906 cemetery headstones
🌕visit 1 hour before high tide — even better during full moon

The Wave Organ

83 Marina Green Dr, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA