Gulf of the Farallones Aquarium
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💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Bring a camera or binoculars and plan extra time for photography and birding - the location at the mouth of San Francisco Bay with Golden Gate Bridge views makes it ideal for amateur photographers and bird watchers
  • 💡Pack a picnic to enjoy on the sandy beach and green space available at the venue - this is a great way to extend your visit and take advantage of the scenic waterfront location
  • 💡The venue is located in a historic Coast Guard station, making it a unique educational experience that combines marine science with local history - arrive early to fully explore both the aquarium exhibits and the historic building

Gulf of the Farallones Aquarium

★★★★★ 5 (4 reviews)
📍 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118
Type
Nature Center
Location
San Francisco, CA
Admission
Free
Hours
Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Highlights
100,000 gallon tank, Golden Gate Bridge views, marine sanctuary exhibits
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Good to Know
  • ✓Features a 100,000 gallon California Coast Exhibit showcasing the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary with giant octopuses, rocky reefs with pink anemones and colorful corals
  • ✓Located in a historic Coast Guard station at the mouth of San Francisco Bay with views of the Golden Gate Bridge
  • ✓Offers free admission to all visitors
  • ✓Features interactive displays tracking migration pathways of sea turtles and sharks, with partner exhibits at multiple regional institutions including Cal Academy of Sciences, Bear Valley Visitor Center, and Pigeon Point Light Station

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