California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park An aquarium, plaentarium and natural history museum, all under one roof, and in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park to boot!   Chabot Space and Science Center Perched on a beautiful site high in the Oakland hills, its "Ask Jeeves Planetarium," "Megadome Theater," exhibits, and telescopes make the Chabot Space and Science Center the premier venue for stargazing in the Bay Area.   Coyote Point Museum, Burlingame The ecology of San Francisco Bay is the theme of this intimate nature museum, including a small zoo of Bay Area creatures (i.e. river otters, a porcupine, banana slugs), native plant landscaping and temporary exhibitions geared to primary age children. A manageable destination for toddlers.   Exploratorium, San Francisco Experience this unique "museum of science, art, and human perception" and its hands-on approach to learning on its Web site or in person.   Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos A collection of planes highlighting Northern California's contributions to the development of air transportation.   Lawrence Hall of Science, UC Berkeley An exciting, experiential science learning environment for kids ages 3 and up. Great special exhibits.   Monterey Bay Aquarium Northern California's premier aquarium showcases the sea life of Monterey Bay -- Jellyfish, sea turtles, a kelp forest, and much more.   Pinnacles National Park Take a day trip to sisit the spectacular rock formations found here.   Tech Museum of Innovation, San Jose Silicon Valley's premier museum dedicated to the legacy of technology -- and its future.   Return to Family Field Trips site