This eye-popping art and science museum mesmerizes kids and adults alike, and even toddlers will get a kick out of exhibits involving light, bubbles, and sound The museum touts over 500 exhibits, including hands-on activities, science experiments, and interactive galleries incorporating sight, touch, memory, and perception. Whether ogling rare plants, baffling physics displays, or awe-inspiring art (a sculpture made from 100,000 toothpicks?!), it's easy to spend the whole day here.
San Francisco may have more dogs than children, but that doesn’t mean it is a city void of kid-friendly activities — in fact, the city offers a huge amount of things to do with children that will leave them engaged, laughing, and learning.
The city is full of mind-bending museums, from the sprawling California Academy of Sciences to the more hands-on Exploratorium. If they need to blow off steam, there are endless options for high-energy playspaces and playgrounds, including a brand-new and stunning one at the Presidio Tunnel Tops. There is so much for families to enjoy, so grab your tots and have a blast with our 25 favorite things to do in San Francisco with kids.
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