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    Sandy L.

    The Golden Gate Live Steamers is available only on Sundays if weather permits. It is right next to the Tilden Train. It is donation-based. The folks running the train and escorting folks in are kind and lovely. They also give free train stickers to kids. My boys enjoy it very much and always ask to return. I highly recommend it if you have little kids and want to go out in nature. You can even have a nice picnic nearby and watch the beautiful bay view.

    Miniature steam train

    The miniature steam train is kind of a hidden secret. It's not mentioned on the Tilden park attraction list. To get here, start at the entrance of the big steam train and continue walking all the way to the back until you find a curvy road which will lead you to the miniature steam train. If you liked the big steam train, you will definitely like the miniature steam train. It's not just for kids as adults can ride it too. Admission is free and the ride is about 5 minutes long. They usually open on sundays from 12pm - 3pm. Sometimes they open earlier and end later. There's a bunch of random toys, statues, figures and structures scattered throughout the train ride. It actually made me feel like a small person in one of those toy model trains that circles around the town. The ride is very peaceful and scenic. Try to find the 5 bears the next time you come here.

    To get to Golden Gate Live Steamers, just walk down this little path from Redwood Valley Railway.

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    Tilden Regional Park Merry-Go-Round

    Tilden Regional Park Merry-Go-Round

    (146 reviews)

    Sunday, April 6, 2025: The birthday girl (Jenbert Jr. 2 will be three on April 10) and her big…read moresister attended the Breakfast with the Easter Bunny event. For us, the $100 was well-spent on one adult and two children. The event started with the Easter Bunny greeting every attendee and handing children a basket for the egg hunt. Breakfast included pastries, pancakes, bacon, sausage patties, scrambled eggs, and nearly every non-alcoholic breakfast/brunch drink under the sun. All attendees got unlimited Merry-go-round rides, which continued even after the event ended at 11am and the Merry-go-round opened to the public. Jenbert Jr. 2 loved the Merry-go-round and didn't want to get off-- and since she was unlimited, she didn't have to! The Easter egg hunt was very well-organized, with lots of eggs for even wobbly toddlers to find. The employees were good about making sure that there were lots of eggs for everyone. Jenbert Jr. 1 & 2 are still raving over the goodies that were in their baskets. Finally, there were a bunch of fun Easter-themed inflatables with bunnies, chicks, and even a Scooby-Doo with Bunny ears and a carrot! And let's not forget about the photo-op with the Easter Bunny! I'd bring back JJ1 & JJ2 next year, it was money well-spent and a very well-put-together event.

    Super cute classic merry go round…read more I'm so glad we came here The Littles had a blast Tickets are $4 Last ride is at 5pm Definitely a must do

    Lawrence Hall of Science - My DNA, in DNA.

    Lawrence Hall of Science

    (317 reviews)

    I visited this museum on a whim and didn't have much time, but it is definitely on my list to…read morerevisit before summer ends! General admission is $25, but they participate in Museums for All, which is a great perk. I brought my 20-month-old and was thrilled to find so many age-appropriate activities for him to explore. The absolute highlight was the moving dinosaurs outside, set against a beautiful backdrop of the bay, a view that adults will definitely appreciate even if the toddlers don't notice! Definitely a great place to snap some photos. The bottom floor features animals and exhibits, and I noticed a cafe that I'd love to try for lunch next time. My only critique is the customer service. Some staff members, including those at the front desk, weren't very welcoming or acknowledging. Since this is such a family-oriented space, a simple smile would go a long way! It didn't ruin my experience, but better service would prevent it from taking away from anyone else's visit. Highly recommend overall!

    $5 on a Sunday? I think, yes! I may have gone to the Lawrence Hall of Science for a field trip when…read moreI was younger, but coming back as an adult and now a mom, how fun! The views while parking are incredible and if ya know, ya know. While they do have a new cafe located on the bottom level ('ammatka Cafe; Ohlone-forward food), we did notice a lot of families and people bringing their lunches and sitting outside enjoying the sunshine and Bay Area picturesque stunning views. Speaking of parking, you do have to pay to park. Pro tip for those with a stroller: drop off one parent/group with stroller at the entrance and have the other park/pay. There is a distance/stairs pending where you park. Remember your license plate number to pay-by-machine. There's a parking app you can download too. I wish we checked out the website ahead of time to know all the hands-on exhibits and fun that we could embark on, but we were there on a spontaneous whim, and explored so many things! From electronic dinosaurs outside, to exhibits currently about making music, the future of food, and an animal discovery zone, there is so much ground to cover and truly a little something for everyone to enjoy. We will definitely be back! For littles, the downstair floor (there's elevators) has a super cool room that provokes shadow play, dance, and magna-tiles. This floor also has the animals!

    Savor Oakland Food Tours - Me, Josh, and Katie on the waterfront during the Jack London Square tour!

    Savor Oakland Food Tours

    (106 reviews)

    West Oakland

    As part of a small contingent of Yelp Elites, I was fortunate enouh to go on Savor Oakland Food…read moreTours' tour of Oakland Chinatown. For anyone not hardcore Chinese, like myself, this tour is a necessity for braving the Andrew Zimmern-like delights of Oakland Chinatown. I mean, let's face it. Many of us are are going to have at least some amount of trepidation about diving right into the restaurants & markets of Oakland Chinatown. But with Carlo's trusty & knowledgable guidance, we were all able to relax & really enjoy the wonders that this non-touristy Chinatown has to offer. & it wasn't all about food. Though there was more than enough downright delicious food at each our 4 restaurant stops to stuff all of us, even with plenty of walking during the tour. The Oakland Chinatown tour also had a healthy helping of history mixed in that deepened the understanding & appreciation of this neighborhood. Savor Oakland Food Tours' tour of Oakland Chinatown was truly a mouth-watering & eye-opening experience. Knowing what a great tour this is, I know I'll have to check out their Jack London Square tour sometime.

    This was one of the events from Yelp's 10th Birthday celebration weekend. The tour I went on was…read morethe Jack London Square tour with Geneva as our tour guide. Here were all our stops, which took 3 hours: 1. Home of Chicken and Waffles, 2. Oakland Supply Co. 3. Blue Bottle 4. Authentic Bagel Company 5. lOAKal 6. Rosenblum Cellars 7. Baia Pasta 8. Forge 9. Bocanova 10. Miette And there were other stops along the way where we learned the history of the area, including who Jack London was. Geneva was an awesome tour guide! She's so passionate about showcasing what Oakland has to offer in hopes to shed the negative image. And the tour was evenly paced, not too fast, not too slow. More importantly, the food was delicious and I was quite full at the end! If it wasn't for Yelp, I would never, ever heard about this tour, let alone be in Oakland. I hope to go on their other tours soon, and perhaps discover Oakland on my own!

    Golden Gate Helicopters - "The Mode."

    Golden Gate Helicopters

    (18 reviews)

    I won't discuss what an amazing job my husband did for our anniversary. What I will talk about is…read morehow awesome Tim and Tom are and what an even more awesome time I had on their helicopter tour. Ok, fine, just a tidbit about the anniversary...my man booked Golden Gate Helicopters to take us to Napa for a special dinner. When we drove up to the super exclusive (never before known by us) private airline portion of SFO airport, I had the opportunity to meet Tim and Tom. Both greeted us with welcoming smiles and gave us a little insight on what it feels like to go on a helicopter (think of yourself as sitting on a washing machine was their analogy). Basically, we weren't blindly led to a helicopter for the first time and told to put on our seat belts. A very good explanation was provided to us and it really calmed me down because I realized I was slightly freaked out. Tim and Tom have a ridiculous amount of experience and they share a great sense of humor. The ride to Napa and back was beyond excellent - I got to experience the Bay Area in a never before seen way - from thousands of miles up in the sky! Everything was smooth except for one funny little episode where my husband asked if Tim and Tom wanted to "crash" at our place due to the fog rolling in...while we were in mid air! Haha...not. Helicopter tours/rides ain't cheap, but I highly recommend this luxurious "ride" for a truly unforgettable, special and unique event in your life. Kudos and thank you again T&T! We will surely be repeat customers!

    Such an incredible experience!! My boyfriend has always wanted to take pictures of the city from…read morethe sky so I booked us a helicopter tour with Tim. Tim was so helpful and accommodating. The ride was smoother than expected by far and the views were unbeatable. I would without a doubt recommend Tim and this experience for anyone!

    Nifty Limousine - Champion of the the rides & hearts. Go Warriors !

    Nifty Limousine

    (23 reviews)

    Hasan is fantastic. Courteous and reliable. Very focused on customer service. Best driver I've ever…read moreused in the Bay Area.

    I am very glad that I came across them and I got addicted to their level of service. I met Hasan…read morethough uber couple times and I asked for his card to make my journey pleasant, I was avoiding a random driver with attitude and trustworthy driver that I could confide to transport my family. There are few aspects that I recommend their service for: Cleanliness, Attitude, punctuality, easiness and skillfulness. Their cars are always clean and spotless. There were couple occasions that outside of car was little dusty but not at a level that would disturb me. Most of the time it shines like a diamond. However, the most important aspect is the interior of car and I have never had a single incident with cleanliness and amenities. Cars were always been stocked up and detailed. All drivers that have picked me up was courteous , attentive and respectful that everything was at enough dose that you feel their warm smiles and feel like special. In my first few bookings, I was uncomfortable of a fear that driver won't show up and I would miss my flight or get late to my meetings. However, they have never been late but almost always early with text message that says your driver is ready and waiting for you. Hasan totally eliminated my obsession with triple checking each booking that I always know that he is on top of his schedule and will never let me down. I also like the convenience of texting them to book my trips and everything else gets done automatically by their internal policy. I book my trip as easy as one text with pick up time or just a flight number for them to track my flight for delays. Finally the most important thing in car services is that the skills of driver. These people are amazing with their smooth rides, ambient music and excellent navigation skills. I have never experience a hard break like the ones in daily uber rides and they have always get me to my destination earlier than expected. I would especially recommend Hasan for his knowledge of all the backroads to skip traffic anytime of the day. Their pricing is fair especially compared to uber black rates that we get fixed price regardless of the time of traffic for at least 20% cheaper rate. What would make me more happy? - to get the same service for even cheaper price but in reality, it won't be possible due to high expense of such companies to maintain quality and services which is understandable. Long story short, these guys are the best and I am grateful that I came across with their service.

    Napa Valley Rydables - Swinging at Wine Girl.

    Napa Valley Rydables

    (19 reviews)

    Looking for something out of the ordinary while in Napa Valley? Then, Napa Valley Rydables may just…read morebe the fun you are looking for! The company offers a variety of guided tours through downtown Napa. The cute furry Rydables or electric scooters are ADA compliant and can hold up to 350 pounds. Our group of six went on the 6:30pm After Hours tour. After signing waivers and choosing our Rydables, we had a safety brief before we were off on our one-hour adventure. Operating the Rydable was simple and a lot of fun with the group. We even stopped at a cute bar for some drinks and pictures.

    Love, LOVE, LOVED this!! A friend and I were visiting for another event, but decided to book this…read morenight time tour afterwards. I saw an advertising online for this place, so it was perfect timing. When we walked in, we were greeted by 3 generations of lovely ladies. All really sweet and bubbly. We were told to pick out our favorite animal to ride and learned their funny nicknames. Then we were given the do's and don't for the ride. This was a night time tour, so we were able to experience the booming nightlife of downtown and ride by some local hotspots. I have been to Napa several times during the day time, but the night time happenings is sooo much better. The animal scooters were so much fun! Picture a bunch of adults acting like kids in a playground lol. Our tour guide even let us race them against each other. An hour and a half worth of shenanigans from the beginning to the end. It doesn't get any better than that. This place is a MUST do and a MUST go!!

    Golden Gate Live Steamers - social_clubs - Updated October 2026

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