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California Academy of Sciences
Explore an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest dome, and natural history museum all under one living roof. Kids love the penguin colony and the four-story rainforest with free-flying butterflies.
Exploratorium
A world-famous hands-on science museum on the Embarcadero with hundreds of interactive exhibits. The Tactile Dome is a must-try — crawl through a pitch-black maze using only touch.
Tilden Nature Area & Little Farm
A charming free farm in the Berkeley Hills where kids can feed cows, goats, pigs, chickens, and rabbits. Bring celery and lettuce — the animals love it.
Bay Area Discovery Museum
Nestled at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge in Sausalito, this museum has indoor and outdoor exhibits designed for kids under 10. Art studios, science labs, and a stunning outdoor play area with Bay views.
San Francisco Zoo
Home to over 2,000 animals including grizzly bears, penguins, giraffes, and a great playground. The Fisher Family Children's Zoo has a nature trail, insect zoo, and barnyard.
Koret Children's Quarter (GGP Playground)
One of the oldest public playgrounds in the US, recently renovated with a concrete slide, climbing structures, swings, and a carousel. Surrounded by Golden Gate Park's green space.