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Cartoon Art Museum

The Cartoon Art Museum is located at the edge of Fisherman’s Wharf, close to Ghirardelli Square. The museum is a creative cartoon art and caricature museum with works showcased by local and international artists. It is an aesthetic brick building with ample space for exhibits and art shows. The museum has an engaging collection of cartoon art ranging from comic strips, comic book pages, anime and digital cartoon art. The Cartoon Art Museum consists of a reading room, a screening area or animation cels, a large gallery for exhibits, a museum store and an education center. They have some conventional pieces on display from the famous Marvel comics, Scooby-Doo, DC comics, etc. by renowned cartoonists like James Dickie, Alex Anderson and Graham Nash. The museum also accommodates several politically aware cartoon art and animation from different artists. It conducts several cartooning workshops and educational programs for kids and the public to unleash their imagination and draw cartoons to create animation.The store has a variety of comic strips and books, apparel, sketchbooks and other stationery. The venue is available on rent for meetings, conferences, receptions and dinners. The building has a splendid view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Read More

Cascade Falls rests inside Marin County’s Cascade Canyon Open Space Preserve. Near Downtown Fairfax, the hike to the moderately-sized waterfalls starts at the Cascade Canyon trailhead. The trailhead is present in the Cascade Drive which fords the Cascade Creek before leading to the top of the falls with great views of Cascade Lake and Lake Tahoe. The CCOSP has a number of routes for hiking to the waterfalls, some strenuous and lengthy, some quiet and tranquil and some are animated with the energy of mountain-bikers and children. The frequently-taken route is the Bayview Trailhead present on the back side of Bayview Campground. It is a 1.5 miles round trip from the Bayview Campground to the top of the falls present at the elevation of 250 feet.The trailhead welcomes dogs on leashes and bikers and equestrians except on some of the challenging fire roads. Bikers often strutted around on the Pine Mountain Tunnel Road, which was earlier prohibited for public usage as it traversed the boundaries with private properties. The hiking strolls are a pleasant experience given the plethora of vegetation - Coast Oak, Madrones, California Bay, Buckeye wood along with an impressive selection of wildflowers including milkmaids, hound’s tongues, shooting stars, mission bells and native ferns and flowers such as Iris, gooseberry and deciduous native creambush. Read More

Castle Rock Falls reside within the namesake State Park in Santa Cruz County, California. Castle Rock State Park is famous for its peculiar rock formations, abundant greenery including coastal redwoods and madrones forests. The park which fringes upon the borders of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties serves as a crucial linking point for the vast network of hiking trails. The 1.6 miles hike to the Castle Rock Falls starts off from the Saratoga Gap and encounters the Kings Creek in between. The alcoves, sandstone formations and natural rock arches are an exciting venture for rock climbers and worth a study for petrology and archaeology. Bringing hiking shoes, drinking water and staying off the unfamiliar and/or unmarked trails are advised. Read More

Cataract Falls resides in the Mt Tamalpais Watershed near San Rafael in Marin County, California. A collection of nine separate falls, they start streaming near Laurel Dell and join the Alpine Lake eventually. The hike to the Carson Falls start at the signed trailhead running alongside the south-western arm of Alpine Lake, which would direct towards a fork, at which point continue right and begin the ascent. The upwards path would encounter a wooden pedestrian bridge over Cataract Creek to its eastern side. The farther upwards trail leads to another fork directing to the Laurel Dell Picnic Area. At this fork, head right and take the final climb to the top of the falls while passing by a fenced lookout point. Alongside Kent trail, High Marsh trail, and Helen Market trail, the Cataract trail is part of the famous loop trail near Fairfax, California, with the total length around 12.4 kilometres. The Laurel Dell Picnic Area, designed with picnic tables and restrooms, is an ideal place to sit back, relax and reinvigorate oneself with energy snack bars. Recommended time to visit the waterfalls is on foggy days after monsoon, and only leashed dogs are allowed on the trail. Read More

Children's Creativity Museum

Located at Yerba Buena Garden Park, the Children’s Creativity Museum is a practical experience of music, art and technology for kids aged between two and twelve. The museum has some inspiring exhibits like an animation studio to create characters and movies, a tech-lab to program a robot, an imagination lab to build something out of the box, etc. They also have a Mystery Box Challenge that encourages you to produce your unique inventions. The Creativity theatre hosts concerts, presentations, etc for kids to learn from. The museum hosts several workshops where the kids can learn to create rhythms with their bodies and voices, sketch comedy writing and theatrical performances of classics like 101 Dalmations. They also conduct Girl Scout workshops for passionate young girls to develop their skills and acquire their badges. The place is available for rent to host private events, birthday parties for the young minds, etc. There is a historic LeRoy King carousel, over 100 years old, that the kids can ride outside for a bare minimum fee. The Metreon food court is at a walking distance to grab a quick bite to eat. This museum provides a playful learning experience for kids of all ages and has interactive sessions to help them grasp more. Read More

Children’s Fairyland, Oakland

Looking for a purely fun-filled day for your little ones? Children’s Fairyland is the place to visit. This amusement park is located in Oakland, California and is one of the earliest “themed” parks in the USA with a 70 year old history. It is said that Walt Disney got his inspiration for Disneyland from here. This magical park is specially made for children where they can have an educational experience. The theme is based on ‘fairy tales’. There are a ton of fun experiences, like the merry go round, train, swings, animal show, lore and open areas, since we all know how much they love to run around. It is a good place to hang out with family, with a great café that offers delicious food, making it one of the best places to go for a picnic if you live nearby.The park also caters parties like birthdays, get-togethers and sometimes even “fairyland” themed weddings. With an affordable rental fee, the creative staff makes each party a special occasion that is filled with fun and surprises. All in all, the look on your child’s face will definitely be worth the visit. Read More

Since the area was used as a campsite by Chinese fisherman in the Gold Rush times, the beach has been named after them. Facing north, with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, China Beach is a small quaint beach located in the Sea Cliff neighbourhood. The large daunting mansions of the Sea Cliff area look onto the beach and ocean. The beach is usually foggy during the summers. People consider this as the only safe beach to swim in San Francisco, so do carry your trunks and enjoy your trip. However there are warnings about high current in the area, so we suggest you don’t wander too deep into the water and stick to shallow areas. During low tide visitors enjoy exploring and finding starfish and mussels clinging onto the rocky surfaces. Hang around till a little after sunset to see the gleaming bridge lights come on and click a few pictures with your family! There are restrooms available on the beach , however pets, alcohol and plastic utensils are not allowed on the beach. Read More

San Francisco’s China Camp State Park is a landmark of historical, archaeological, social, and economic importance. A part of San Francisco Bay NERR, the park is entailed within the shores of the famous Chinese shrimp-fishing village. The region, ultimately, came to be recognised by the Chinese immigrants, who used to work in the ranches and quarries of San Franciscan businessmen. On its conversion into a State Park in 1977 for the preservation of Chinese-American history, it became popular for its China Campsite and Back Ranch Meadows Campground. Stretched on 1500 acres of land on Marin County’s San Rafael, the Park’s China Campsite is known for its picnic spots and extensive system of trails. The park also provide several recreational activities ranging from wildlife-watching, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, windsurfing, paddling, swimming, and fishing. Read More

Chinatown

Located on Grant Avenue and Stockton Street, this Chinatown is actually the oldest and the largest Chinatown outside Asia. Chinatowns are always a fun place to visit. There are several attractions, and of course, you get to witness the authentic Chinese culture outside of China. You can shop here for Chinese souvenirs and handicrafts and try mouth watering Chinese dishes. The restaurants of San Francisco's Chinatown are actually incredibly famous, having been featured in various national TV and culinary shows over the years. It is also known for the first Chinatown to introduce the westernised Chinese cuisine to the world such as the Chopsuey while bringing the dim sum to the west as well. You'll find many shops and stores as you walk along the streets and alley ways of Chinatown and also some interesting buildings such as the Bank of Canton and the Sing Chong Building. The annual celebrations of the Chinese New Year and the Autumn Moon Festival are times when the Chinatown's atmosphere becomes absolutely electric! Read More

Located in Chinatown, San Francisco, The Chinese Cultural Center is a renowned institution established to recognize and acknowledge the integrity of Chinese culture through art. It is located at the Hilton hotel and is a melange of art exhibits from Chinese artists. The Centre hosts numerous traditional dance and music festivals, book launches, poets and writers reading, etc. A walking tour discovering the beautiful Chinatown hills and its lively neighborhood is a splendid start to learn about the Chinese ethnicity. There are self-guided maps available. You can visit the oldest Taoist temple in the country and admire its intricacies. They possess a tea tasting room with an elaborate selection of exotic teas to decide from. Read More