Located in the Golden Gate Park this California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco is the…read moreultimate natural history museum that offers an aquarium, planetarium, as well as a 4-story rainforest ! I think it will take me a week to literally be able to go see everything !! Anazing aquarium with a Philippine Coral Reef, and was able watch feeding time of the fish in this particular aquarium!! 2 scuba divers cleaning aquarium during the presentation!!

The California Academy of Sciences is a wonderful place to visit for all ages. It was my first time…read morethere, though others in my group had visited before. We went on a Wednesday morning during summer break. Tickets can be purchased online or in person; we bought ours on-site and there was no line. Inside, it was busy but not overcrowded, so it was still very enjoyable. Positives: - Clean and well maintained throughout. - Indoor, multi-level space that is accessible. - Convenient food court with multiple options. - Plenty of seating areas for taking short breaks. - A wide variety of exhibits and experiences. Our favorites were the Osher Rainforest and the Steinhart Aquarium. You can easily tailor your visit to be short or long depending on your pace. There is also a lot of engaging and educational information throughout the museum. Be sure to check the daily schedule posted on-site or online to learn about special exhibits and events. Negatives: The only downside was the bánh mì from the food court, which was underwhelming. Overall, I highly recommend the California Academy of Sciences. It is a great outing, especially for families with children.

Bay Area Discovery Museum is honestly such a great place for families. It is tucked right along a…read morelittle beach shore with views of the Golden Gate, so if you catch it on a beautiful day, you are in for a really special treat. My biggest tip is to bring a lunch, hang out by the shore, and just chill for a bit. There are so many fun play structures where kids can run around and get all their energy out. They also have smaller play areas and different activities for younger children. I took my son when he was one, right when he was starting to walk, and he was still able to appreciate so much of it. I also think the parents will enjoy this place. I'm not sure if it's the views or the fact that there's lots places to unwind, but I found it one of the more relaxing spots to frequent as a parent. If you do not bring your own food, their options are surprisingly great. We were really impressed to see they have vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and dairy free options. They also offer discounted tickets if you are on SNAP/EBT or military personnel, which is awesome. Now that my son is older, I am definitely planning to head back soon. They have all kinds of fun programming like bubble bashes and Halloween events. It is truly one of those places you never get tired of coming back to.

We haven't been here in over 10 years with our first set of two kids. Now we have another set but…read morethree toddlers! There's SO MUCH to do and the price is well worth it imo. If we didn't live so far I would absolutely purchase a membership. You can also use your day visit purchase towards a membership. I'm sure this would need to be completed within a certain amount of days, though. The museum does a fantastic job catering everything for families. Yes, I know it's a children's museum but not all museums are equal. Plenty of picnic tables to eat at, both shaded and not, benches to take a break and snack, tissue dispensers (this came in handy!), diaper backpacks supplied with all the necessities during diaper changes near bathrooms, hand sanitizers, etc. We were huge fans how the toddler play areas required shoes off or they provided shoe covers! Food is served here and is decently priced. Several outdoor playgrounds, large sandbox, little water play station, arts and crafts room, and lots of excellent play & pretend themed rooms. Huge kudos for all they have to offer because it touches on every level of imagination and creativity which is so vital for child development. Highly recommend coming here with your kiddos. Plenty to do for all ages!

I booked a private party for my daughter's 5th birthday party at Peek-a-Boo Factory…read more First, the venue is very clean. They spray down the equipment and vacuum between events. They had 3 people on staff for our party. I brought balloons, snacks, drinks, cupcakes and colorful tablecloths. I wheeled in my items from the car, dropped them off at the front with the team, and they literally did the rest. Super turn-key. The first portion is play time and then you move to the party room for snacks and cake. You can also have some snacks laid out in the front part of the play area. The party room is in the back and I had meant to go in and give them some basic set-up directions prior to us going in, but totally forgot. I ran into the room while folks were already filing in as I hadn't even viewed the room, yet, and it looked amazing! They had laid out all the snacks and drinks; they supplied plates, napkins, basic party tablecloths and a royal birthday chair and birthday banner. I didn't even have cake stands so brought a few plates from home to display the cupcakes, but they had some cute cake stands and took it upon themselves to beautifully display them! Far better than what I would have done! They even took it upon themselves to move the balloons from spot to spot as the party migrated - whatever looked the best! Then they helped pack up the leftovers and clean everything. Easy peasy. They do include 18% gratuity, but with the amount of mental load they took off my plate, it was 100% worth it. And of course, the kids loved it! The only thing I wish they had was a bit longer play time option. The kids LOVED playing and wanted more! The venue and level of service is truly exceptional! The team at Peek-a-Boo in San Francisco are true pros, with a level of customer service that totally surpassed my expectations. Thank you, Peek-a-boo Factory Team!

Last month I was overjoyed to be going into the city for my nephew's birthday party at this fun…read morefactory! Located in the local & city combo vibed Geary neighborhood in San Francisco, Peek-a-Boo packs a lot into a well organized kids space. Although it has limited seating, the entry way contains some retro distraction as you wait to be let into the main play area where your party time begins - those coin operated machines from the 80's that you win a prize from when you turn the slot with 2-4 quarters. My nephew & I played two. Then as his friends and their parents started arriving, it was the official time for his party start time and so our family could walk through the locked gate into the kids world of swings, slides, climbing walls, and colorful tunnels and passageways. For an estimated 90 minutes, about 20 kids ran through the time of their lives as their parents and Auntie looked on in awe haha! A face painter was also setup on one side of that main room who painted next level and intricate animal, tribal, and celestial themed designs on some of the kids' faces while the others played. When the clock ticked to a certain time, the staff made an announcement to head towards the back party room for pizza, cupcakes, and presents. (My brother chose the food options and arranged for them to be delivered ahead of time.) The staff had setup the room perfectly, with a happy birthday banner over the cupcakes on the middle table, then little tables setup on both sides of that table with snacks, drinks, pizza, goodie bags, and long tables setup in the middle for the kiddos to sit at comfortably as they entered the room. Then the staff served them pizza. It was a sweet time - filled with laughter, smiles, birthday song, and full bellies. What a wonderful Sunday afternoon of childhood bliss!

Came here last week on a beautiful day and it was super nice outside there were plenty of people…read moreenjoying the sun. Lots of children activities and open spaces for dogs and animals to play and run

Cute park in the southern part of Golden Gate Park. The slides were my kids' favorite part, and I…read morewas relieved that they had extra cardboard for all kids to use. The playground changed from when I was a kid, but the cement slides in the hillside are still there. The kids loved the antique German carousel, and I loved that it was very reasonably priced to buy tickets.

5/ 5 would jump again. If you're over 30, please take an advil afterwards…read more You can jump like you're in the NBA and most importantly, feel like a kid again. Cool arenas, breathtaking views, and friendly staff.

We brought our girls here for a birthday party and found the place reasonably sized for children to…read morerun around and have fun. There are a few different areas to play, including one for basketball and one for dodgeball. The kids didn't play at the basketball area as much since there were teenagers playing there but they enjoyed the main trampoline area where there are plenty of trampolines to jump around and a section where you can dive onto a mat. The place is considerably clean and we didn't find anything that would have raised any concerns. However, the set up for birthday parties can be lacking since there's a long table for guests to sit and eat but it can be cramped if your party size is larger than 10 children. The space for guests to use when hosting a party can create a bottleneck when the food arrives, with everyone trying to get food in a limited space. Luckily the party next to us finished early so we ended up using their table as well. Parking in the area can be challenging during the weekends, and costs $3 per hour. We found this place to be safe enough to let your kids run around by themselves while parents can relax.

While the exhibits were well maintained, the aquarium itself was rather small…read more Admission was $31 for adults and there were few discounts available unless you qualified as a senior or used the Museum For All pass, which reduced admission to $5. There wasn't much foot traffic when we arrived at opening, and the employees were efficient from check in through the gift shop. We finished the entire aquarium in about 45 minutes. The entrance opened into a large tank filled with plump schools of sardines. A few additional exhibits led into the photo area. The souvenir photos came out crisp, though it was amusingly obvious that we had been photoshopped onto grainy animal backdrops. Interestingly, the path then led outdoors to the next exhibit area, guided by chalk markings on the ground. There were five species of jellyfish displayed in beautifully illuminated tanks before entering a surrounding glass tunnel featuring sharks, rays, and a variety of fish. There were occasional shark presentations, though I was disappointed there wasn't a designated seating area. Everyone awkwardly stood off to the side while trying to listen to the educational talk. Fortunately, the sharks themselves were active and impressive to watch. The final section featured a stingray touch tank. Surprisingly, there wasn't an easily accessible hand washing station immediately afterward. The turtles were active, the snakes were peacefully lounging, and although there weren't many otters, they appeared healthy, sleek, and well cared for. Ironically, the gift shop was the most well stocked with a wide variety of souvenirs. The photo package cost $35 and included a magnet. Despite what some reviews suggested, it never became crowded during our visit, so arriving near opening seems to be the best strategy. This makes for a pleasant addition to a day exploring San Francisco, especially given its convenient location near the pier. However, I wouldn't visit expecting an experience comparable to some of the country's more renowned aquariums.

Aquarium of the Bay has some really cool exhibits, especially the underwater tunnels. Walking…read morethrough while sharks, rays, and fish swim overhead is definitely the highlight and was a big hit with my little one. That said, the overall experience felt much more chaotic than I expected. It was crowded, noisy, and difficult to move through some areas at a comfortable pace. My biggest frustration was the elevators to get up and down to the tunnel exhibits. They take FOREVER, and when you're visiting with a stroller or small children, the wait can feel endless. The staff was friendly, and I appreciated the focus on local Bay marine life, which makes it different from larger aquariums. However, be prepared for crowds, especially during peak times. If you don't mind a busy atmosphere, the tunnels are worth seeing, but I wish the flow of the aquarium was a little smoother and less congested.

What an amazingly creative atmosphere! It's a tiny shop filled with magical little things to…read moreinspire creativity of kids and adults alike. All proceeds go to their tutoring program. Definitely stop by and make a purchase or donation and enjoy the woodland vibe. They have a seed bank too!

After our mini golf, delicious food and drinks adventure, we ventured out into the nearby…read moreneighborhood. Our second stop was supposed to be SomiSomi located just steps away from Spark Social, but it isn't open yet. Bummer. But then we saw 826 Valencia - Mission Bay Center Woodland Creature Outfitters, and we both were excited to check it out. We felt the magic as soon as we entered. This place looks like it was built for forest nymphs, magic creatures, and those who believes. Lots of interesting cool products, mix with things you may find from magic potion shops, and artsy workshops. We also learned that this organization is a writing center that serves under-resourced students. And this center is also part of a long-term redevelopment plan for this neighborhood to integrate low-income housing into market-rate housing to become one of San Francisco's most thoughtfully integrated neighborhoods/communities.

We absolutely love this place for the whole family. My son enjoys the Carousel, the sand play area…read moreand of course the slides tucked in the back! There are plenty of parking nearby and the place is fairly accessible. There are restrooms nearby and the coffee kiosk. Also adjacent to the giant meadow if you're into frisbee, drum circle or flying a kite.

This park is across the street from our condo, so we're here a lot. Like, daily when we're home in…read morethe city. It's got clean restrooms w flushing toilets, walking paths and a ton of playground stuff that my kids still love even though they're getting older. It's good for all ages. There's always a place to sit and watch your kids. Not sure about parking bc we always walk or bike over. There's coffee places across the street towards haight. This reviews only for the specific, Koret playground - I'll have to do another for the other sections and attributes of Golden Gate Park. Many ppl don't realize, but GGP is bigger than Central Park. We have bison here lol it's crazy interesting lol. Multiple children's playgrounds throughout as well. My oldest is in her 30s now, and we've been taking her here since she was little. Now I feel old. Bring a big piece of cardboard if you come w your kids - you'll understand when you get here. Lol I'll try to find a picture of the hill you'll need it for.