Academy of Sciences

The Steinhart Aquarium and the Morrison Planetarium are just some of the features found at one of the largest natural history museums in the world. An array of exhibit subjects provide a well-rounded exploration into the depths of reptiles, astronomy, prehistoric life, gems and minerals, earthquakes, and marine life.

Beach and Park Chalet

The enlightening brewpub and restaurant offers beautiful views of the Ocean Beach and beyond, as well as easy access to a wealth of historical information. The two-story building, which initially opened in 1925, features a menu with breakfast, lunch, and dinner items.

Children’s Playground

Whether it is the high-flying swings, loopy slides, or the jumble of ladders and tubes, the Children's Playground is a sanctuary of fun that entices visitors of all ages. Additional features include a set of rings, high bar, and horse, which are part of gymnastics-inspired arrangement at the park.

Conservatory of Flowers

Delivering a vision of traditional wood and glass, the Conservatory of Flowers serves as one of the largest conservatories of its kind in the world. An array of tropical collections and aquatic plants are just some of the items on display. Additional features include an impressive live butterfly exhibit, seasonal flowers, and many different educational exhibits.

Golden Gate Park Buffalo Paddock

Golden Gate Park has served as home to a small herd of bison since 1892, when they roamed about the land that once supported a free-range zoo sheltering bears, elk, and other animals. Located next to Spreckels Lake and along John F. Kennedy Drive, the paddock is also easily accessible by way of the Anglers Lodge.

Golden Gate Park de Young Museum

A permanent collection of American, Native American, African, and Filipino art is scattered about the first and second floors of this museum, which also offers a special exhibition gallery filled with pieces pertaining to the Golden Age of Egypt. A 400-car underground garage provides direct access into the museum with the front entrance situated on Tea Garden Drive.

Strawberry Hill

A process of natural formation is responsible for the 428-foot tall island situated in the center of Stow Lake. Wondrous views of the surrounding park, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Mount Tamalpais accompanies active pursuits, lush greenery, a Chinese peace pagoda, and artificial waterfall.

Strybing Arboretum in Golden Gate Park

During the early 1900s, the planting of the San Francisco Botanical Garden at Strybing Arboretum is set on 55 acres of land. Some of the more than 7,500 plant species located onsite includes California native plants, a Southeast Asian cloud forest, a Dwarf Conifer garden, and Southwestern Australian blooms.

Windmills

Situated on the western end of Golden Gate Park, the majestic scene produced by the authentic windmill from the Netherlands once pumped close to a million gallons of water per day. The historic-filled gem, completed in 1902, is also surrounded by thousands of brightly colored tulips that bloom in February and March.