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San Francisco Bay Area Attractions & Museums
There's always something new to discover in the San Francisco Bay Area. The region abounds with iconic landmarks, colorful neighborhoods, major art museums, and, in the case of Alcatraz, one notorious former prison. Then there are theme parks, boardwalks, and steam trains-not to mention beaches, national parks, and wildlife preserves. You can't do them all on one trip, so view our attractions guide and check off your must-do's.
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- Discovery Museum Science & Space Center
- Sacramento, California
The Discovery Museum Science & Space Center has operated for 60 years as a 501(C)(3) nonprofit agency. Our tax ID is #68-0321106. Originally founded in 1951 as the California Junior Museum, the Center was designed as a space where children could experience science and nature through interactive programs and exhibits... more»
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- Earthtrek Expeditions
- Sacramento, California
Welcome to EarthTrek Expeditions on the American River in Coloma, California. This is where gold was discovered in 1848 that started the California Gold Rush and fortune seekers came to this spot from all over the world. People still come to this historical location for fun and adventure; .. more»
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- East Bay Regional Park District
- Antioch, California
The East Bay Regional Park District began acquiring land for Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in the early 1970s. Today, most of the mining district is within the Preserve's nearly 6,096 acres. The area is an ideal location for hiking, picnicking and nature study... more»
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- Effie Yeaw Nature Center
- Carmichael, California
The Effie Yeaw Nature Center is an award-winning environmental and cultural education center located within the beautiful American River Parkway in Carmichael, California. .. more»
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- Explorit Science Center
- Davis, California
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- Fairytale Town
- Sacramento, California
Let your imagination run wild at Fairytale Town, a 2.5-acre children’s play park and outdoor children’s museum that brings fairytales and nursery rhymes to life! Located in William Land Park in Sacramento, Fairytale Town has delighted millions of guests, inspiring imagination, creativity and literacy since it opened in 1959. .. more»
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- Falkirk Cultural Center
- San Rafael, California
From the moment you drive up the spectacular circular driveway through the lush gardens of Falkirk, you know this is the perfect place for your special occasion... more»
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- Folsom History Museum
- Folsom, California
Welcome to the Folsom History Museum Web Site. The Museum is operated by the Folsom Historical Society, located in historic downtown Folsom. It is the home to a wonderful collection of artifacts and treasures that chronicle the settlement and development of the Folsom area. .. more»
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- Fresno Flats Historic Village & Park
- Oakhurst, California
The museum complex is built around two restored and furnished homes dating to the 1870s. Both have been designated by the State of California as Points of Historical Interest for their unique construction styles once common throughout Northern California, but virtually unknown today... more»
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- Friends of China Camp
- San Rafael, California
Located along the shores of San Pablo Bay, China Camp Village was the site of a Chinese shrimp fishing camp that dates back to around 1870. It was one of dozens of shrimping camps around the shores of the Bay that thrived from the 1870s until the early part of the 20th century... more»
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- General Vallejo's Home
- Sonoma, California
Today the buildings and grounds are carefully maintained, and the house itself is furnished throughout with many of Vallejo's personal effects - as though the General and his wife had just stepped out for a moment. .. more»
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- Ghirardelli Square
- San Francisco, California
Ghirardelli Square is located at 900 North Point Street at the corner of Beach and Larkin Streets. It is on the West side of Fisherman’s Wharf, two blocks east of Van Ness Avenue and one block west of the Cable Car turnaround at Beach and Hyde Streets... more»
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- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Gilroy, California
Gilroy Gardens, Inc. is a non-profit educational institution whose mission is to educate and inspire families, especially children, to appreciate horticulture and the importance of trees in our lives by providing fun and memories in a beautiful garden setting... more»
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- Hand Fan Museum of Healdsburg
- Healdsburg, California
The purpose of the Hand Fan Museum is to provide educational and cultural enrichment to the public by utilizing the hand fan as a vehicle for teaching history, art and geography, via publications, lectures and the establishment of a museum where actual hand fans from around the world will be exhibited... more»
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- Harvest Park Bowl
- Brentwood, California
Harvest Park Bowl is a bowling center for the family and is the ideal place to hold a birthday party for kids. We offer regular bowling or bumper bowl, and we have a huge assortment of video games and food to make the special day in a child's life that much more enjoyable... more»
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- Healdsburg Museum
- Healdsburg, California
The Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society collects, protects, preserves, and interprets the artifacts, documents and photographs that trace the rich history of Healdsburg and surrounding area through exhibits, educational programs, scholarly discourse, historical research, and experiential workshops... more»
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- Hiller Aviation Museum
- San Carlos, California
The Hiller Aviation Institute, a non-profit organization, brings together historical, educational and technological resources to create programs which increase public understanding of science and aviation and inspire new opportunities. .. more»
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- JB Ranch
- Elverta, California
The JB Ranch offers a wide variety of Horseback Adventures, Old West Reenactments, Environmental Living Programs for Schools, and Professional Motion Picture Services. Your Horseback Adventure can be anything from horseback riding and lessons, wagon trains, and cattle drives. .. more»
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- Jack London State Historic Park
- Glen Ellen, California
Everyone can enjoy Jack London State Historic Park and discover the trails, Jack's Beauty Ranch, picnic sites, historic stone barns, the House of Happy Walls museum and more... more»
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- Leaderglass
- Sonoma, California
Leaderglass is a glassblowing company located in Sonoma California. We specialize in custom projects as well as production of multiple pieces. We work with lighting companies, designers, and individuals to bring your vision to reality... more»
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- Legion of Honor
- San Francisco, California
Built to commemorate Californian soldiers who died in World War I, the Legion of Honor is a beautiful Beaux-arts building located in San Francisco's Lincoln Park. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Golden Gate Bridge and all of San Francisco, the Legion is most noted for its breathtaking setting... more»
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- Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
- Sacramento, California
Access to the Leland Stanford Mansion is by guided tour only. Tours of the Mansion provide an intimate view of Leland and Jane Stanford’s home as it appeared in the 1860s and 1870s. Careful research has guided the restoration of the Mansion’s rich details, including crystal chandeliers, gilded mirrors, French-polished wood paneling and original Stanford family furnishings... more»
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- Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
- Santa Rosa, California
This Registered National, State & City Historic Landmark is a unique city park located at the corner of Santa Rosa and Sonoma Avenues in Santa Rosa, California - across the street from City Hall and Juilliard Park. .. more»
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- Marin Bocce Federation
- San Rafael, California
Located at 550 B Street next to the San Rafael Community Center, the Marin Bocce Federation manages and operates a beautiful, family oriented, 10 court bocce facility open to the public 7 days a week... more»
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