EXPLOR - EXPLORITORIUM
- (6hrs)
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The magnificent Palace of Fine Art is the home of the
Exploratorium - some people call it a mad scientist's
playpen! Interactive exhibits fascinate kids while teaching
them science. From there we go to Fort Point, a Civil
War era fortress under the Golden Gate Bridge. Next it's
on to the Golden Gate Bridge for a spectacular view. Then
we play in the sand at the beach!
SEAL - SEAL HEAVEN -- (7 hrs)
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We take the ferry across the Bay to Sausalito, watching
out for Harbor Seals and other marine life. There we have
a delightful lunch and meet the van to take us to the
Marine Mammal Center at Fort Cronkite, where sick or injured
seals and sea lions are cared for before being relaesed
back into the wild. Next we play on Rodeo Beach, a gorgeouus
coastal area surrounded by dramatic cliffs. Our adventure
continues to Pt. Bonita lighthouse for a perfect view
of the Golden Gate Bridge where a colony of sea lions
makes their home.
CHNTWN - CHINATOWN TOUR WITH LUNCH - (4 hrs)
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The trip starts at Portsmouth Square where San Francisco
had its beginnings in 1837. On to visit Buddhist Temples,
Chinese open markets, pastry, herbal and unique gift shops.
We tour a fortune cookie factory, learn about Chinatown's
history and folklore through stories, and practice the
art of Calligraphy. The finale to our wonderful morning
is an enjoyable traditional Chinese lunch. PARK - GOLDEN
GATE PARK - (5 hrs) Start at Acrosports gym for a thrilling
party with a bungee bounce, a zipline trip and a gigantic
trampoline. Next its on to Golden Gate Park, the Steinhart
Aquarium and the de Young Museum. There, we closely examine
selected sculptures in the India and Southeast Asia Galleries
while enjoying a lively retelling of the stories depicted
in the art works. We create some clay art ourselves and
end our day with a romp at the Children's Playground
MISSN- MISSION SALSA - Spanish and English
guides, indoor climbing gym, Mission Delores, Mission
Murals, art workshop - (6 hrs)
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Your Spanish/ English bilingual guides combine the thrill
od climbing on the indoor mountain at Mission cliffs climbing
gym with an eating extravaganza at the taquerias and panadaries
(bakeries). We tell the children legends about early California
on a visit to Mission Delores, the oldest structure in
San Francisco, and a tour of the vibrant Mission Murals
art. At the Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center, the children
create their own art at a workshop led by a professional
artist.
MAGIC - BAY MAGIC -- (7 hrs)
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Take a Ferry cruise on a beautiful half hour Bay crossing
to Sausalito, a charming town nestled along an inviting
shoreline. After a yummy lunch, we meet the van for a
ride to the Bay Area Discovery Museum, for hand-on interactive
exhibits of natural science art and multimedia. The Museum
is located on the breathtaking North Shore of the San
Francisco Bay. We explore the shore, then drive back across
the Golden Gate Bridge with time to get out and marvel
at this engineering feat.
ZEUM
- ZEUM, a cutting edge art studio packed with digital
easels, video cameras, computers, an audio mixing boards
& more!
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CRSEL - THE MERRY-GO-ROUND CAROUSEL at YERBA BUENA
GARDENS
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ICER - YERBA BUENA ICE RINK
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BOWL - YERBA BUENA BOWLING CENTER
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METREON - METREON, A Sony Entertainment Center
- Interactive, 3-D, & hands-on exhibits, theatres, hi-tech
shopping, restaurants.
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TLSHIPA - TALL SHIP ADVENTURE SAIL (4 hrs)
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This Bay Cruise is on a tall ship, a 103' square rigged
topsail ketch built in the 1790's period. Passengers are
encouraged to join in and help sail the ship under the
crew's supervision. You can take your place at the helm,
or brace the yards around and try your hand at the nautical
knots station or try the deck station and handling the
lines and sails used when tacking the ship. There will
be other various informative discussions covering topics
about maneuvers and rules of the sea. Or you can sit back
and relax.
Price: Adults - $45; Children - $30
Time: Saturday, 9am to 1pm
MRNWD - MARINE WORLD THEME PARK
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Cool rides, great animals and exciting new shows make
The New Marine World Theme Park number one in family fun.
Take our high-speed catamaran to Vallejo and catch the
shuttle bus to the park.. Killer whales, elephants, sharks,
tigers, dolphins, flamingos...see your favorite animals
up close and personal. New this year: a 15-story roller
coaster, a sensational suspended coaster, 16 fun rides,
an exciting stunt show, and an amazing new dolphin show.
"Fun runs wild" at Marine World. In Vallejo, you can also
visit the architectural Heritage District - home to turn-of-the-century
residences for sea captains and merchants - or wander
through the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum with it's
extensive collections of nautical equipment, naval memorabilia,
and period photos and artifacts. Includes round trip ferry
between SF and Vallejo, shuttle bus to & from Park and
Park admission. Price: Call for Arrangements
GRTAM - PARAMOUNT'S GREAT AMERICA
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Paramount's Great America, the largest family entertainment
center in Northern California, offers 100 acres of movie
magic and theme park excitement. Thrill seekers can ride
Top Gun suspended jetcoaster, or take on the Vortex, the
only stand-up roler coaster west of the Mississippi or
race in a stock car on the Days of Thunder motion simulator.
Experience the 224-foot Drop Zone Stunt Tower, the world's
tallest free fall ride, and Nickelodeon Splat city, three
acres of wet and messy hands-on fun. Jump Jive and Swing
when Top 40 meets Nostalgia in the Paramount Theartre
where the mood swings from red hot to the blues. Be captivated
by our breathtaking 7-story Pictorium, the largest IMAX
theatre in the world. Located in Santa Clara, Ca. Price:
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BIKE - BIKE THE BAY TRAILS TOURS
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KYKGAM - KAYAK GAMES & ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS (3 hrs)
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