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Sea Lion Center

Nestled among Pier 39’s bay view restaurants, the Sea Lion Center is a dedicated nature center overlooking the sea lions that hang out on the K-Dock. It is operated by the Aquarium of the Bay as a non-profit organization. The sea lions on Pier 39 first moved in during the 1990s but their numbers vary every season. The Center helps educate its visitors in understanding sea lions and their importance to the San Francisco ecosystem. Their interactive displays and education videos help educate its visitors on how to protect the sea lions that are vital to San Francisco’s image. You can also interact with sea lion artifacts as well as gain information about other similar animals around the world. Read More

First opened in 1978, Pier 39 was the result of creative efforts of an entrepreneur called Warren Simmons. Located at the edge of the Fisherman’s Wharf district, the pier enjoys vicinity to Chinatown and North Beach and is loved for its crystal-clear views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge and Alcatraz islands. The colonies of sea-lions are believed to have migrated from the western edge of the city- Sea Rock; and every year since then the majority of the colony is seen dispersing to Santa Barbara in Southern California to mate with the female sea-lions during the months of May-June. Essentially a shopping centre, Pier 39 is a tourist spot celebrated for its amazingly curated shops, restaurants, wine-tasting shows, adventurous rides, magic shows, bay cruises, the aquarium, and the spectacular marine-life. The show-stealer of the pier, however, remains are its adorable migrant sea lions, which flocked to the Pier 39 marina after the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. The second-floor of the pier has been dedicated to these mammals- the Sea Lions Center which has exhibits, presentations, interactive displays, educational videos, informational forum managed by the Aquarium of the Bay Naturalists. The Pier “Sea Liberties” are known for their playfulness, intelligence, exuberance and bickering-noises. Read More

Seal Rock is a small group of rocky islands in the Lands End region of the Outer Richmond District in Western San Francisco, California. The name 'Seal Rock' is inspired from the populous Steller's Sea Lions and Californian Sea Lions, hauling out here. This island sits at the Northern edge of the Ocean beach, near the Sutro Bath Ruins and the Cliff house, just at the Pacific Ocean shoreside. From here, you can enjoy scenic views of the sea. The formations and habitat of Seal Rock are conserved within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Read More

Sempervirens Falls is a 20 feet waterfall inside Santa Cruz’s Big Basin Redwoods State Park. The peculiar name of the falls is derived from the scientific name of the native coastal redwood trees - “Sequoia Sempervirens”. The hike to the falls is a 4 miles round-trip if started from the Sequoia Trail, a little south to the Park’s headquarters. The trail showing off its majestic redwoods further meets the Lodge road and then sprawls forward in the Wastahi Campground, a walk-in campground adorned by groves of tanoak and huckleberry, then taking a curve downhill and finally crossing the Sempervirens Creek. The waterfall can also be reached by taking a right off of Highway 236 on Sky Meadow Road, driving past the campgrounds, and then paying 10 dollars vehicle fee at the parking area, which is just past the trailhead to the waterfall, across the road from Slippery Rock.The trails are home not only to the towering coastal redwoods but to Douglas Fir, native Five-fingered ferns, and Dark-eyed juncos. The Wastahi Campground is ideal for picnicking and camping but no dogs are allowed. Restrooms and other recreational activities can be found in the park. Read More

SFO Museum Louis A. Turpen Aviation Museum and Library

San Francisco’s Aviation Museum and Library offers a glimpse into the importance of commercial aviation and how it plays a role in our everyday life. Since it's located in the International Terminal of the city’s airport, it's a great last stop in the City by the Bay to get entertained and informed. Modeled after the city’s 1930 passenger lobby, the museum focuses on the history of the airline industry and the region-specific Pacific area. The museum’s exhibitions, research services, and educational programs are free of charge to the public. Its exhibitions are constantly changing, and focus on different aspects of the airline industry, such as ‘fashion in flight’ which discusses stewardess uniforms. Read More

Shakespeare Garden

The Shakespeare garden is an iconic attraction closely tucked away inside the very famous Golden gate park. This breathtaking garden is home to over 200 types of flowers specifically mentioned in the great English playwright Shakespeare’s works. The brick-paved pathway adds to the beauty of the garden giving it the look of a beautiful English garden right in the middle of San Francisco city.

The sharp park golf course was built by the very famous architect Alister Mackenzie in 1932. This historic golf course is located in the south of San Francisco and is one of the largest golf courses for public usage. The course is spread across 6300 yards and is surrounded by mountains one side and the sea on the other. The sharp park golf course was built by the very famous architect Alister Mackenzie in 1932. This historic golf course is located in the south of San Francisco and is one of the largest golf courses for public usage. The course is spread across 6300 yards and is surrounded by mountains one side and the sea on the other. The golf course has also been featured in Golfweek magazine. The course includes 12 holes out of the original 18 holes. It is a walkable seaside course with an inland lake. The Sharp Park golf course is a part of the 120 acres Sharp Park and it’s known for its picturesque view while enjoying a game of golf. The park still features some of the original architects work with optical illusions and fairway to name a few.The golf course also includes a Spanish style clubhouse built-in 1931. Designed from the originally existing agricultural farmlands Alister Mckenzie wanted to create the sharp golf course as a picturesque golf course using its surrounding mountains and ocean. Read More

Residing inside the Big Basin Redwoods State Park, Silver Falls is one amongst the three star-studded waterfalls of the Berry Creek Trail along with the Golden Falls and the Cascades. The 60 feet Silver Falls is a short hike upstream of the Berry Creek Falls. Berry Creek forks right above Berry Creek Falls, and as a result Silver Falls has considerably less water than Berry Creek Falls. The trail loop is laced with redwood groves and banana slurs. Read More

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is in California and America’s only combination of a theme park, oceanarium and wildlife park. Covering over 135-acres of land and sea area, this place is also called the Thrill Capital of Northern California. It offers more than 40 rides for kids and adults along with a tour of the animal kingdom. This place is famous for its exciting shows and wildlife interaction where guests can get a chance to feed a giraffe, sea lion or even touch a stingray and a dolphin. Want your kids to experience the adventurous Gotham City? Six Flags Discovery Kingdom's newest attraction is BATMAN™: The Ride, which is a world class 4D Free Fly Coaster where you will board a thrilling roller coaster loaded with special effects. You will find all kinds of dishes here from a piping hot pizza to a delicious Mexican meal, from richly flavoured Asian cuisine to casual burger and fries. With the amazing gift shop here, you can take a souvenir for yourself or someone else, like a memento of an amazing experience. Read More

Six Flags Hurricane Harbour, Concord

Six Flags Hurricane Harbour is among the best waterparks in the state of California. It has about 35 water-rides and 7 complexes. Guests can hop in the gigantic wave pool and flow on the longest lazy river in the region. Along with many 600 ft high water slides for adults, there is a whole Water Kingdom for the kids to enjoy, splash and play. Six Flags has a well-trained safety team which will ensure that your day is as safe as enjoyable it is. If you are looking for a place to spend a summer day with family, friends or your colleagues, Six Flags is the place to go. You can even set up picnics and the staff will help you out with it. Along with being a hit among the locals, the park is also a great tourist attraction, who end up spending the entire day here. It also provides cabanas, beach chairs and shady areas to relax on a summer day with a chilled drink in hand. Read More