Places to go in San Francisco

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111 Minna Gallery and Event Space

SoMa gallery for up-and-coming artists that morphs into an after-hours venue for parties & events.

111 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA

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Alcatraz Island

Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with an audio tour, accessible by ferry.

San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

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Asian Art Museum

Over 18,000 Asian artworks & artifacts in the updated former main library opposite City Hall.

200 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

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Bay Area Discovery Museum

Indoor/outdoor museum inspiring kid creativity via interactive exhibits, a play space & art classes.

Art Studios, 557 McReynolds Rd, Sausalito, CA 94965, USA

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Brick & Mortar Music Hall

Talent ranges from bluegrass to hip-hop at this modest-sized music venue near the freeway.

1710 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA

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Cable Car Museum

Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment.

1201 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

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California Academy of Sciences

Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research.

55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA

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Children's Creativity Museum

A place for kids to explore arts & technology by making music videos, animating short films & more.

221 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA

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CuriOdyssey

Museum for kids focusing on environmental science & wildlife with indoor exhibits & an outdoor zoo.

1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

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Exploratorium

Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles.

Pier 15 Embarcadero at, Green St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA

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Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco

50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA

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Great American Music Hall

Once host to the Grateful Dead, this ornately decked concert venue now books modern mainstream acts.

859 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA

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International Art Museum of America

Nonprofit gallery showing works including paintings & sculptures created by world-class artists.

1025 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA

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Legion of Honor

4,000 years of ancient & European art in a beaux arts building overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge.

100 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121, USA

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Museum of 3D Illusions

55-61 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

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Museum of Craft and Design

Gallery showcasing a variety of contemporary craft & design work with monthly events & a gift shop.

2569 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

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Oakland Museum of California

Artifacts & interactive displays in a modern building focusing on state art, history & science.

1000 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

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Palace of Fine Arts

This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts.

3301 Lyon St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA

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PIER 39

Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment.

The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

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Randall Museum

Museum with wild-animal exhibits & hands-on experiences for exploring science & the arts.

199 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA

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Rickshaw Stop

Indie bands & DJs rock crowds in a small, funky space that also offers food & lounge areas.

155 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space.

151 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA

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SFJAZZ

This nightspot presents a line-up of internationally renowned jazz performers live on stage.

201 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

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Stonebrae Country Club

202 Country Club Dr, Hayward, CA 94542, USA