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How to Have Family Fun in San Francisco

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Have Family Fun in San Francisco
Have Family Fun in San Francisco

San Francisco is a great destination for families. Great food, educational museums and unique entertainment make this city a must visit for family fun!

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • A city map
  • Day passes for public transport (called "passports")
  1. Step 1

    Decide what type of activities you want to plan for your family. San Francisco has world class museums, galleries, entertainment and shopping so planning a day for each is not a bad idea.

  2. Step 2

    Look at the entertainment guides for tourists and locals. While the tourist brochures in the hotels will immediately shuffle you off to Pier 39 (a place no local ever goes,) you might want to consider picking up a copy of the "Bay Guardian" or the "SF Weekly" to see what the folks who live in the city are up to.

  3. Step 3

    Some of the better family attractions include the Exploratorium, Golden Gate Park and the Museum of Modern Art. Neighborhoods like Chinatown and Pacific Heights offer great shopping and restaurants that aren't normally found in the brochures.

  4. Step 4

    For an active clan, try renting bikes and riding across the Golden Gate Bridge for an unforgettable family adventure. It's an easy ride, for all levels of fitness and you can take a ferry back across so it isn't too strenuous.

Tips & Warnings
  • Wear comfortable shoes. SF is a walking city!
  • Wear layered clothing for the ever-changing climate.
  • Break out of the normal tourist haunts and try something new!
  • Don't buy tickets from people off the street.
  • Don't take cab rides from unauthorized drivers. Taxi stands at hotels are your best bet.

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