Musée Mécanique -Before hand held video games, VR, smart TV’s, and electric scooters were invented, people were entertained through arcade games that were often found at amusement parks. Unlike today’s arcade games that are all computerized with flashing led lights, the classic arcade games were made from wood, plastic, and metal like materials. Some of the games were made solely by hand and are now worth a fortune. Make sure to bring some cash and play.
California Academy of Sciences – Are you looking for a fun and educational experience? The California Academy of Sciences is filled with hours of entertainment for you and your friends. Make sure to step inside the rainforest and embark on a journey through the the lush rainforest filled with exotic wildlife.
San Francisco Zoo – Take a stroll or take a bike through San Francisco’s zoo and get an up close look at some weird and exotic looking creatures like the like the Smoky Jungle Frog, Chinese Fire-Bellied Newt, Costa Rican Zebra Tarantula, Red Tail Boa and Koala. If you happen to be a Senior (65+), there are Senior walks in which Seniors get their own private tour with a docent guide. The tours start one hour before the park opens.
Alcatraz Island – Have you ever wanted to go to jail without officially committing a crime and get out out the same day you got in? Alcatraz Island is best known for its location and well known inmates attempting daring escapes into the harsh waters. There are a lot of unsolved mysteries on this Island that you will learn about while on the Island.
Angel Island State Park – Angel Island State Park is the largest natural park in the San Francisco bay area. Make sure to hike the Summit of Mt. Livermore and visit the US Immigration Station while you are there. Segway and tram tours are available for purchase. There is a nice café on the island where you can pick up a cup of coffee and sandwich to go.
Point Bonita Lighthouse – Point Bonita Lighthouse is located in the Marin Headlands. I recommend having a car to get here. If you don’t have a car, you can get a Lift to drive you to the parking lot on the top. Once you reach the top you will have to hike 0.8 Kilometers (1/2 a mile) to get to the lighthouse. There will be plenty of great picture worthy moments. You can also visit the Nike Missile Station while here.
16th Avenue Titled Steps – The 16th Avenue Titled Steps was a neighborhood wide project where people got together and donated to change the 163 steps into a beautiful mosaic piece of artwork.
Japan Town – There are very few Japan Town’s left in the USA so make sure to go to this one. While you are here make sure to slurp down as much Raman Noodles as you can before you leave. Japan town is very small and only consists of 6 blocks of shops and restaurants. If your into Manga, there is a huge library with the entire bottom floor filled with Manga books to buy.