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- Tami4 contributionsSpent several hours here with a 12, 6 and 4 year old. They had a blast. There is so much to see and do. Definitely worth going.Written July 22, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- K B2 contributionsThis is a nice combination of an Aquarium, Rainforest/Atrium, and planetarium. So much to do. Cannot recommend the VIP tour highly enough. Very educational and you get to explore spaces unavailable to general admission--bone archives and Fish archives.Written May 18, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Les Giles6 contributionsWas an excellent exhibit and very informative especially Walt's family photos and history. There was also a free bus going back into town.Written June 26, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JayneNaperville, IL3 contributionsThis place while beautiful would have been great if we had come as a couple but with our full family there there was nothing interesting or appealing for our kids to see. We had a beautiful view for lunch at Hog Island Oyster Co. But kids were so disappointed in the lack of sights and shopping that even a decent meal could not turn it around.Written August 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hperdaems37 contributionsSFMOMA has a great and wide collection, 7 floors of different kind of arts.
wheelchair accessibility is great, and the set up is very big so enough space also during COVID times
great cafe with outside sitting area, with some statues / art.
easy to spend 3-4 hours hereWritten May 2, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - r0nrp56Tucson, AZ18 contributionsThis museum had an excellent exhibition of clothing which was really high art by a world known Chinese expert. Well worth seeing.Written August 8, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jessica H37 contributionsVery cool to see the cables in action! Also good information about the earthquake and fires of 1906 which was interesting.Written August 3, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ThorwaldVikingAsgaar99 contributionsThe de Young, designed by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron and located in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, is the nation’s fifth most visited art museum. It showcases American art from the seventeenth through the twenty-first centuries, international textile arts and costumes, and art from the Americas, the Pacific, and Africa.
There was an outstanding flower show matching some art work during our visit.Written June 23, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jason_Tinley_ParkTinley Park, IL146 contributionsI’ve never seen anything quite like this place. They have really old antique arcade games. I was expecting Pac-Man, Galaga, etc., and while they have a couple of those, most of their machines are decades earlier. I wish I had more time to spend in here.Written August 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TrupNew York, NY1,159 contributionsGorgeous facility and an extraordinary collection of both antique and modern art pieces. Allow 2-3 hours. Reasonable admissions price. Parking available a half block away at $8/hour. If you have ANY interest in Asia, then this is a fine activity for you.Written June 21, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jason_Tinley_ParkTinley Park, IL146 contributionsWorth stopping here if you are in the vicinity and have a half hour to waste. There are a few Ghirardelli stores but they are all selling the same thing, and it’s no different than you can get from any other Ghirardelli store anywhere else in the country.Written August 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TrueFoodieHere7 contributionsMy wife and I were in town from Saint Louis, Missouri. This was a great tour. From the minute my wife and I stepped in we were warmly greeted by the staff. Jason our tour guide and bartender did a great job with a fun and informative tour. I have been a avid fan Anchor Brewery for over 20 years. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who loves great beer and history of brewing in San Francisco.Written July 29, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Florencia49Charlottesville, Va189 contributionsDon't miss going inside city hall. Beautiful and fascinating. Sure enough there was a wedding going on as apparently there often is. There was a little film in one room that gave a lot of great history.Written July 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TooMuch2DoLaguna Niguel, CA398 contributionsWe tour churches in Europe, so why not in the US? We took a ride share to Nob Hill and made it just in time for our 2:00 tour ($18 seniors). The docent explained the history of the church building, the replica front doors, the labyrinth, Keith Haring altar, history murals, Jacob’s Dream art installation, stained glass windows, and more. There are digital stations that give information about significant items if you can’t schedule a tour. Lots of history, architecture, and art to enjoy. Well worth a stop if you are in the area.Written July 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MartyherbsGrimsby, UK54 contributionsgreat little find, as soon as you go inside you will be amazed how the crew lived and operated all those years ago, the smells, things to touch, sounds and feelings as you crawl through hatches and tight areas really send your senses wild, it felt very close and oppressive but we loved it.Written April 3, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
