Walk Walnut Creek: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the City
This free walking tour utilizes your cellphone to guide you to over 100 sites and teach you about the fascinating history of downtown Walnut Creek. continue reading ›
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Day Trip to Tiburon
Situated north of San Francisco, Tiburon once served as the last stop of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad Line. Today it welcomes visitors to its small shops and friendly taverns. continue reading ›
Art, Science and History at the Oakland Museum of California
Even if you were born and raised in the Golden State, the Oakland Museum of California is sure to teach you something new about this unique place. continue reading ›
Daycation to the Famously Haunted Winchester Mystery House
This bizarre 160-room mansion in San Jose has a window built into the floor, stairs leading to nowhere, doors that open onto blank walls and upside down posts. continue reading ›
Explore the Mare Island Trails
Birdwatchers, hikers and history lovers – Mare Island has some of the most unexplored spots in the Bay Area, boasting beautiful views and historic World War II sights. continue reading ›
Daycation to the California Academy of Sciences
Part planetarium, part natural history museum and part aquarium, this learning center in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park will satisfy all of your scientific curiosities. continue reading ›
Old Town Sacramento and the California State Railroad Museum
Walk along wood-planked sidewalks and climb aboard a historic locomotive when you visit historic Old Town Sacramento. continue reading ›
Daycation to “The Rock”
Over a million visitors travel to Alcatraz annually, but few arrive knowing the island’s complete history. continue reading ›
Ride Through History at the San Francisco Cable Car Museum
This admission-free museum is a wonderful excursion to entertain kids and out-of-town guests. continue reading ›
