Planning Directory | Activities & AttrActions . PD49 experience the city by the Bay. ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS ATTRACTIONS DE YOUNG MUSEUM ALCATRAZ CRUISES Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing 415-981-ROCK (7625) alcatrazcruises.com info@alcatrazcruises.com Alcatraz Cruises is the official concessioner of the National Park Service. Reservations highly recommended. Find frequent daily departures from Pier 33. Get the guaranteed lowest price! Golden Gate Park, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. 415-750-3600 deyoung.famsf.org MNewcomer@famsf.org Part of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, the de Young Museum showcases art from all continents and boasts breathtaking 360-degree views of San Francisco. LEGION OF HONOR 100 34th Ave., Lincoln Park 415-750-3698 • legionofhonor.famsf.org legionevents@famsf.org The Legion of Honor displays a collection of more than 4,000 years of ancient and European art in a neoclassic building overlooking Lincoln Park and the Golden Gate Bridge. SAN FRANCISCO BOTANICAL GARDEN SOCIETY AT STRYBING ARBORETUM Golden Gate Park, 1199 Ninth Ave. 415-661-1316 • sfbotanicalgarden.orgs These 55-acres within Golden Gate Park showcase more than 8,000 different kinds of plants from around the world. MADAME TUSSAUDS SAN FRANCISCO DUNGEON EXPLORATORIUM AQUARIUM OF THE BAY The Embarcadero at Beach St., PIER 39 415-623-5300 aquariumofthebay.org • info@bay.org Host a one-of-a-kind event at Aquarium of the Bay with sharks, bat rays and river otters. Jellies, anchovies and more offer a unique backdrop for an unforgettable event. Pier 15 • 415-528-4444 exploratorium.edu visit@exploratorium.edu An interactive museum dedicated to science, art and human perception. Available for private events on the Embarcadero waterfront at Pier 15. 145 Jefferson St. • 866-223-4240 866-223-4240 madametussauds.com/sanfrancisco info@madametussaudssf.com Great for groups, team building, and private events, wax museum Madame Tussauds fascinates visitors through memorable experiences with incredibly lifelike celebrity wax figures. 145 Jefferson St. • 855-753-9999 thedungeons.com/sanfrancisco infosfdungeon@merlinentertainments.biz Great for groups, The San Francisco Dungeon offers nine live shows and an Escape Alcatraz ride, taking you on a journey through 200 years of the dark and grisly history of the city. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS GO SAN FRANCISCO CARD ASIAN ART MUSEUM OF SAN FRANCISCO 200 Larkin St. • 415-581-3500 asianart.org • pr@asianart.org The Asian Art Museum is home to a renowned collection of Asian art. The museum can also host groups and has a variety of special event spaces. 866-628-9028 GoSanFranciscoCard.com?kbid=6706 info@smartdestinations.com Check out multiple attractions at one low price. Save up to 55% off 25-plus top attractions and tours versus paying at the gate with the all-inclusive Go San Francisco Card. MT. DAVIDSON LANDMARK PARK AND CROSS HAAS-LILIENTHAL HOUSE BOUDIN AT THE WHARF 160 Jefferson St. • 415-928-1849 boudinbakery.com wharfevents@boudinbakery.com Set in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf, the two-story flagship building allows visitors to observe the bakery in action. Learn how sourdough French bread is made. 2007 Franklin St. • 415-441-3000 sfheritage.org • info@sfheritage.org Private docent-led tours can be arranged. We provide the perfect San Francisco venue for breakfast meetings, cocktail receptions, afternoon teas or dinner parties. 125 Dalewood Way • 415-831-2700 mountdavidsoncross.org info.caaoncsf@gmail.com This historic landmark has San Francisco’s best views, highest peak, a scenic forest for hiking and an annual Easter service. It’s ideal for ceremonial or community events and famous for appearing in Clint Eastwood’s “Dirty Harry.” Admission is free. AT&T Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza 415-972-2000 sfgiants.com Home of the 2010, 2012 and 2014 World Series Champion San Francisco Giants, AT&T Park features all of the amenities necessary to create a unique and memorable event. SAN FRANCISCO MARITIME NATIONAL PARK ASSOCIATION -SUBMARINE USS PAMPANITO PIER 39 HORNBLOWER CRUISES & EVENTS CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Dr. 415-379-8000 • calacademy.org info@calacademy.org Home to an aquarium, planetarium, and four-story rainforest—all under one living roof, the California Academy of Sciences is the perfect place to host your event. Pier 3, on the Embarcadero 415-788-8866 • 888-HORNBLOWER hornblower.com • sfsales@hornblower.com Reserve a private yacht charter for company parties and team building events. Savor a true San Francisco experience with delicious cuisine and stunning views of the city’s most celebrated sites. The Embarcadero at Beach St. 415-705-5500 • 800-325-7437 pier39.com • info@pier39.com From amazing views and a sea of sea lions to two levels of dining, entertainment, shopping and attractions, PIER 39 is the ideal venue for your meetings, outings or special events. Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 45 415-561-6662 maritime.org • events@maritime.org Tour this authentic floating museum and carefully preserved memorial with its historic artifacts. The award-winning audio tour features Pampanito crewmen telling real-life stories. SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART (SFMOMA) PRESIDIO OF SAN FRANCISCO HUA ZANG SI 103 Montgomery St. • 415-561-4323 presidio.gov • presidio@presidiotrust.gov The 1,500-acre Presidio is San Francisco’s unique national park at the Golden Gate. It features numerous indoor and outdoor venues for events, meetings and celebrations. 151 Third St. • 415-357-4000 sfmoma.org • visit@sfmoma.org After a major three-year building expansion designed by Snøhetta, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) returns as one of San Francisco’s must-see destinations. CITYPASS -SAN FRANCISCO CITYPASS 3330 Buchanan St., Ste. 4 • 888-330-5008 sftravel.citypass.com • info@citypass.com Provide your attendees with savings of 42% on admission to the top four San Francisco attractions, plus three days of unlimited cable car rides. 3134 22nd St. • 415-920-9816 huazangsi.org • hzsmails@gmail.com For blessings and fortune, come visit this distinctive Buddhist temple, housing amazing holy treasures, statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, Guan Yin Bodhisattva, and Maitreya Bodhisattva. RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! MUSEUM SAN FRANCISCO ZOO & GARDENS IVENTURE CARD SAN FRANCISCO 50 Quint St. • 415-820-3955 iventurecardsanfrancisco.com jennifer@iventurecardsanfrancisco.com Explore the best of what San Francisco has to offer with an iVenture Card! Save up to 45% on top tours and attractions. For group sales, email info@iventurecardsanfrancisco.com. 175 Jefferson St. • 415-202-9850 ripleys.com/sanfrancisco sanfran@ripleys.com Ripley’s is known as “The Weirdest Place on the Wharf!”, with hundreds of odd and unusual exhibits. Also visit Ripley’s Marvelous Mirror Maze and brand new Impossible Laser Race. One Zoo Rd. • 415-753-7080 sfzoo.org • marketing@sfzoo.org Catered events can be held in the Great Hall, historic Dentzel carousel, Lion House and other zoo venues. Picnic sites are available for groups of 25 to 2,000. THE WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM CONSERVATORY OF FLOWERS Golden Gate Park, 100 John F. Kennedy Dr. 415-831-2090 conservatoryofflowers.org • info@sfcof.org Host your event in this historic landmark in Golden Gate Park, open daily year-round. The tropical indoor garden is available for cocktail receptions; the modern pavilion is available for meetings and special events. 7D EXPERIENCE PIER 39 Building M • 415-445-0120 7dexperience.com • info@7dexperience.com Experience San Francisco’s first interactive thrill ride. Compete using your laser blaster to earn points as you hit zombies and robots while in moving roller coaster seats. 104 Montgomery St. • 415-345-6800 waltdisney.org • info@waltdisney.org Immerse yourself in the remarkable life story of Walt Disney with interactive galleries featuring films, music, artifacts and a spectacular model of Disneyland. YERBA BUENA GARDENS 750 Howard St. • 415-820-3550 yerbabuenagardens.com mmccue@mjmmg.com An award-winning public facility, features a children’s garden, public art, museums, a historic carousel, ice-skating and bowling centers. sftravel.com © 2010 Scott Chernis Photography ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
San Francisco Travel Planner's Guide 2018: PD-49
