Kids museums
Of course, you will go to the SF Zoo and visit the Bay Aquarium! They are like worlds apart on the map, but there no way to ignore them.
Otherwise, San Francisco offers a galore of museums specialized for kids or that you can visit with them.
California Academy of Sciences
A must-visit!! The whole building is self sufficient regarding its energy supplying.
The place reminds us a bit of the Museum of Natural History in NY for some things like the corridor leading to the penguins.
The tropical forest seems to have built its inspiration on the Biodome in Montreal.
A beautiful place and a lot of initiatives to renew the program all year long.
Open everyday 9:30AM - 5:00PM except on Sunday (from 11:00AM).
Membership is a good option. More info.
Good to know:
4 sundays a year, the admission to the Academy is free! It is a bright idea to arrive early. It is on a first come, first served basis.
The Walt Disney Family Museum
Fermé le mardi. Sinon, ouvert les autres jours de 10:00AM à 6:00PM.
104 Montgomery Street, The Presidio of San Francisco
415-345-6800
Exploratorium
The museum of science, art and human perception.
Super creative place where kids just go from an experience to another one. Oldest as well as youngest ones will find their interest fulfilled.
Birthday parties program available.
Closed on Mondays except... special events.
Otherwise, open every day 10:00AM - 5:00PM.
Randall Museum
''Smart and creative'' summercamps and extracurricular activities.
Arts, science, nature, music, history... How to get clever having fun? Just add one the most overwhelming and outstanding view in SF and you will love the place.
Don't miss Riding the rails for our little ones so keen on Thomas the train.
Closed on Sunday and Monday.
Other days, open 10:00AM - 5:00PM.
Free admission
199 Museum Way -- Top of the hill.
415-554-9600
Children's Creativity Museum (former Zeum)
Summercamps and activities programs available.
Science, arts, music, exhibitions, workshops... a super creative diversity!
Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Open other weekdays 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM and during the week end 11:00 AM - 5:00PM.
Tickets: 8$/kid - 10$/adult - Free under 2 yrs.
221 Fourth Street -- @ Howard Street
415.820.3320
Bay Area Discovery Museum
Nice walk on the other side of the GGB.
The museum is targeting young kids.
Workshops, water games, birthday parties programs.
Very nice and friendly.
Closed on Monday.
Open other weekdays 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM and during the week-end 10:00 - 5:00 PM.
Tickets: 8$/kid - 10$/adult - Free under 1 yr!!
557 McReynolds Rd, Sausalito
Chabot
Space & Science Center
A great experience to share with your kids to discover the universe, stars and planets.
10000 Skyline Boulevard, Oakland
