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Exploratorium
This interactive museum dedicated to art, science and the human perception is filled with
fascinating displays and activities developed to unveil the mysteries of science and language.
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Tue - Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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From USD13 for adults to USD8 for children.
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+1 415 561 0360, 397 5673 or email ronh@exploratorium.edu |
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Closed on Mondays. For more info visit www.exploratorium.edu
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Getting
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Address: 3601 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA 94123-1019.
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Golden Gate Bridge
This engineering masterpiece, stretching over 4200 feet, is also San Francisco's most popular landmark.
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Pedestrian Crossing: Daily 5:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; 24 hours daily for motorized vehicles; Roundhouse Gift Center: Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Summer: Daily 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
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Contact:
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+1 415 921 5858 |
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Closed on Mondays. For more info visit www.exploratorium.edu
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Getting
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Address: Lincoln Blvd and Hwy 101, San Francisco, CA 94129.
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Aquarium of the Bay
One of the top
attractions on this side of the continent, discover the Pacific's most fascinating residents as you walk through its crystal-clear tunnels!
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10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon-Fri; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat-Sun.
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USD 13.95 for adults; USD7.50 for children and seniors. Family rate for two adults and two children is USD33.95.
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+1 415 623 5300 |
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For more info visit www.aquariumofthebay.com
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Getting
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Address: Pier 39, (The Embarcadero at Beach Street), San Francisco, CA 94133
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Fisherman's Wharf
Visit one of San Francisco's most popular attractions consisting of seafood restaurants,
street vendors, souvenir stores, and beautiful ocean scenery.
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Opening
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24-hours for the pier, restaurants and shops opening hours vary.
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+1 415-956-3493 |
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Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers, even during summer months, the breeze off the ocean can be quite chilling.
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Getting
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Address: The Embarcadero, (between Hyde and Powell streets), San Francisco, CA 94133.
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Alcatraz Island
This former prison island for some of the country's most dangerous criminals is now a must-see visitors attraction for its incredible beauty and colourful history.
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Fall and winter: Ferries leave at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m. and every half hour until 2:15 p.m.; Spring and Summer: Ferries leave at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m. and every half hour until 4:15 p.m.
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Pricing:
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USD13.25 Adult; USD8 Kids (6-12); USD11 Senior.
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Contact:
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+1 415 705 5555 |
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For more info visit www.nps.gov/alcatraz
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Getting
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Address: Embarcadero and Powell St, (Pier 39), San Francisco, CA 94133.
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Grace Cathedral
This impressive neo-Gothic structure contains frescoes depicting the history of San Francisco
and scenes from the life of San Francisco's patron saint, St. Francis of Asissi, as well as an
indoor and an outdoor labyrinth.
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Cathedral: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun - Fri; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat.
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Free of charge.
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+1 415 749 6300 or email info@gracecathedral.org |
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For more info visit http:www.gracecathedral.org
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Getting
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Address: 1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108-2206.
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