This is a great little shop for Bay area souvenirs by local artists. Lots of random things from…read morecards to pins to socks to pens and even other things I can't even think of. It's a bit pricey but honestly, I'm paying for unique art that can't be found elsewhere, and to support both artists and local businesses. I've never been upset about what I buy here (mostly for myself too!) and will happily come in to buy little fun things for myself when I'm feeling down. The employees are always friendly and kind and this is a great little shop for the area.

So much good local art in here if you want a San Francisco souvenir! Lots of it is very cute and…read morehand draw or artist made, support a local artist, def a special unique item you can't find elsewhere in the generic souvenir shops. Cards, magnets, stickers, the coolest postcards with local humor of landmarks Awesome collection

A very interesting exhibition. I enjoy watching the videos. The basement model was huge and even…read morehas a clean bathroom. The volunteers are very nice and friendly. It's probably a bit boring for children but if you're interested in how water is processed from the bay and the history of the bay area's water development, this is educational. I really enjoyed my trip here. It's about an hour long. Definitely recommend an afternoon here and a walk in the neighborhood plus a nice lunch afterwards.

Interested in hydraulic models? Here's your chance to walk around a model of the San Francisco Bay…read moreDelta which simulates a 24-hour cycle of tides. What blew me away was how expansive the model was! Exhibits of the area's hydrology are also found throughout the facility. Guided tours are available on Saturdays at 11AM. It's limited to 40 visitors on a first come basis. Tours are 45 minutes long. If there is more staff available, they offer tours on the hour or half hour. Tours can also be tailored to groups at various technical levels (see their website for contact information). Hours are: Tuesday - Friday: 9AM - 3PMSaturday: 9AM - 4PM They are closed on Sunday, Monday, and Federal Holidays. If a Federal holiday falls on a Monday, then they will be closed on the previous Saturday. There's a free parking lot next to the facility. Admission is free!

Educational with photo-ops! I came across this storefront while walking around the downtown Napa…read moreshopping plaza. I ended up picking up a handful of great souvenirs to bring back home. Checkout the topographical map of Napa Valley while you're here! There's a lot of cool info about the area near the door.

On a recent visit, I explored downtown Napa on foot and was happy to find this welcome center. They…read morehad a tasting of local wineries for free at the front, plus a large gift shop of mainly wine items and souvenirs of the area. They also have pamphlets and maps, as well as knowledgeable local guides to help you plan your visit. They also had nice restrooms, which were appreciated on a driving trip. All the staff were welcoming and friendly. I bought a few small items, but the best thing were the wine bottle shippers that came in handy when packing for home. Every bottle survived. It's worth it to stop in if you're visiting the area, especially your first time.

What a serene peaceful location. The staff is very knowledgeable. Easy hikes. Nice to have a coffee…read moreat the cafe and spend time in the solitude on the deck.

This place has got to be one of the coolest natural places I have visited…read more The lady in the visitor center got us quickly checked in and we were free to explore the grounds. We took the shorter trail and we were in awe the entire time. The trees are breathtaking and the stream that flows down the middle is so relaxing and calming. Its amazing how huge these trees are, pictures do not serve its justice. We visited the café and gift shop and all the employees we interacted with were friendly. Beware of break ins in the parking lot as signs are posted everywhere that this is a "hot spot for thefts."

We have been meaning to go to the Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center for a while. We stopped by on…read moreour way back from Sausalito. It was really busy and there isn't a ton of parking. Luckily, people were coming and going constantly. So we were able to get a parking spot right by the welcome center. Once you park you have to pay for how long you intend to park there. We thought we would need only 45 minutes, which worked out perfectly. It was a little over $3 for 45 minutes. The welcome center is big inside and offers information about the bridge's history, science, and engineering through displays, photo's and videos. They sell tons of souvenirs all related to the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco. I found a nice navy blue zip-up hoodie that I bought for myself. Checkout was fast and easy and all the employees were very nice and helpful. You can get a lot of nice photos, outside, of the Golden Gate Bridge. We took a few selfies. There is a coffee shop called the round house cafe across from the welcome center that sells coffee, beverages and food. There are also public restrooms available there. It was a beautiful day to be out there. The view of the bridge was so clear and beautiful.

It's like a gas station stop on a road trip, but here, you get to pick out your favorite San…read moreFrancisco souvenir and take photos with the fog overtaking the bridge. It's a nice and also very cold area, as it's right next to the breezy waters, even though it's higher up. You can definitely see the Golden Gate Bridge from here. Lots of visitors walking around outside and in the souvenir shop. The shop has everything Golden Gate Bridge themed. From keychains to greeting cards and even fun books. There's a big restroom here, but it feels very cold inside, again because you're near the ocean. But it's a pretty clean public restroom. Lots of cars as well as the Muni bus comes up here. Just watchout for traffic when crossing.

One of the better stocked visitors centers I've visited, and with such friendly ranger service!…read more Lots of interactive displays that the kids enjoyed. We ran our visit by a ranger and got feedback and a set of Junior Ranger books. We returned around 4:45pm and the kids turned in their Junior Ranger books. We also got a special 250 year stamp! In terms of swag, they've got plenty of clothing including shirts, long sleeves, sweaters, goodies, and beanies. Point Reyes was cold, even in July! They also have brochures, books, Junior Ranger gear, plushies, binoculars, stamps, stickers, pins, tokens... so much. And a good selection of first aid supplies. Cancellation stamps are right at the entrance. Clean bathrooms on the outside. Plenty of parking.

4.5 stars Bear…read moreValley visitor's center is a really nice and well-maintained visitor's center. Inside, there's a little museum explaining the wildlife found in the area. There's a gift shop area with books for all ages and small selection of souvenirs. The restrooms are also pretty clean. There's free parking on site and additional parking and restrooms across from the visitor's center. There's also plenty of space for picnics. Idk what the rules are, but I did see horses and horse riders, so I think there's a horse trail nearby?? Would recommend the stop for maps, souvenirs, restroom breaks, and/or picnics.

The Super Bowl is all set and San Francisco 49ers are not playing in the big game at Levi's Stadium…read morein 2026. There is a place which has documented contribution of the history of San Francisco from this year Super Bowl teams cities and regions. The city of Seattle ( Rainier Beer) and Boston ( Ship Bank) via New England are represented inside . Although I am not fans of either teams, I do appreciate any contribution of other cities to San Francisco . This museum is the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park Visitor Center and even has a sign posted which refers to the city of San Francisco as Frisco. Some locals call it Frisco and some cringe over it and some debate over it ( the endless online debate). This place has embraced the city reference as Frisco at a historical and federal level. On a Winter January stroll at Fisherman's Wharf by the sea boats and ships on Jefferson street in San Francisco you will find a museum with free admission. Inside you will see the history of San Francisco water front before it became a tourist trap. You will see inside items like historical hats and props of seafood in SF. There are displays of even historic bottles of beer and whiskey. They also have statues and a ship inside . The Maritime National Historic Museum Visitor Center is a good place to learn and appreciate how the water front transformed Fisherman's Wharf and San Francisco also known as Frisco by some. When you "enter " the "Maritime National Historic Museum Visitor Center " you will be transported in a time when ships were the main source of transportation when trade was legal "tender" to buy goods over a century ago from merchants or a "vendor" This museum has history of San Francisco when it started with "Spain " before it became USA " terrain" and then ended with the 1898" Spanish American Campaign"and some historical artifacts of the past inside the Maritime National Historic Museum Visitor Center still "remain"

Free museum to look at. Lots to read and no hurry to move. Clean and nice workers they are there to…read moreanswer questions. Nice place to bring students or walk through with kids. Clean bathrooms ADA accessible, etc...nice place to slow down and take a break from the outdoor sun or crowds of tourists.

Stopped in for my favorite post hike treat today at the Lookout- Bar Gelato by Naia. Don't…read moreunderestimate this popsicle style gelato! Creamy and delicious, I got the chocolate marzipan. Besides drinks and snacks this cute little visitors center offers maps, books, and other fun gift ideas like cutting boards and playing cards. What's even cooler is the history inside. There are display cases with historic artifacts, historical depictions of the area and even a sculpture from the original Sutro Gardens. The staff is all very knowledgeable and friendly. One of the stand out sections is these little cubes where they feature post cards that visitors can make art on or write their memories and submit for the display. With clear views of Sutro baths from both inside and outside this mini museum is a great place to take a break whether I'm hiking up the lands end trail or walking the beach. The bathrooms are always clean and there is a water fill up station outside.

What a beautiful place to visit. We went on Sunday and the weather was perfect. There wasn't a…read morecloud in the sky and there was no fog so you could see as far as you could. Parking is tight. There are two lots. We looked at the lower lot and didn't see anything. We didn't know about the upper lot till we went hiking around. We did luck out and found a spot near the local hotel. Only two hour parking, but that was enough time for us. We parked across from the bus stop, so if you are looking for parking, drive a block or so off from the main lot into the housing district. After we parked we walked a little bit to the Sutro District sign. All the streets have cross walks and buttons to push so you can get the cross walk going. When you hit the Sutro District sign you come upon several trails that take you to lands end lookout. We followed the longer trail and had a good walk. What a view. With the fog free day you can see the Golden Gate Bridge Clearly. We took some fabulous pictures. The only thing is you can barley see the bridge in the distance in our pictures. It's a tiny speck, but when you look with the naked eye you can see it as if it's right there. It's an optical illusion. This is a place I'd love to come back to and hike around more. There are plenty more trails to explore.

This tiny museum presents the history of Sausalito, including displays about the first inhabitants…read more(Coast Miwok), prohibition, the Ferry, the music scene with local bands being hosted along the waterfront, and the city's transformation (no longer a major transit center) in 1937 after the completion of the Golden Gate Bridge allowed for automobiles to pass through. There's even an 1860's dragon door with chinese characters on display, along with interactive exhibits on topics such as boatbuilding and the boat houses, and the stories of influential figures of the past who shaped the city, sometimes without recognition. A volunteer/staff member welcomed us at arrival, and we were able to explore the place on our own at no cost, which doesn't take long since the Ice House is just a single room.

Tiny, one room museum near the Sausalito Ferry that's wonderfully curated. Gives a great snapshot…read moreof the rich history of Sausalito. Free admission and the docent, Lin, was friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend stopping by to check it out.

CLOSED This was a lovely shop but it closed over a year ago…read more Fortunately there are a few other cute gift shops in Tiburon now including 2 of the florist shops.

Super cute boutique in a nice location. They have something for everyone and a great place to pop…read morein and get a gift. Staff is friendly and helpful.