CityPASS San Francisco articles

The Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco is an enchanting adventure under the sea for all ages. Filled with over 20,000 local marine animals, it’s educational, compelling, and will leave you with a sense of wonder at the incredible diversity of the aquatic world.

Imagine a place where art and science collide; where understanding the world around you doesn’t require a degree in physics, but rather just a keen sense of curiosity for tackling the unknown. Welcome to the Exploratorium in San Francisco: a museum that continually pushes the limits of real life and cyberspace, and balances the fine line between esoteric and educational.

It's a planetarium; it's a natural history museum; it's an aquarium—wait, it's the California Academy of Sciences! This San Francisco science museum is several institutions wrapped up in one—perfect for the indecisive and curious.

Whether you’re a native or just visiting for a few days, the Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise Adventure is a must-do when in San Francisco. The Bay Cruise is a breathtaking experience that will take you past the city’s most iconic sights, from the Pier 39 sea lions to the majestic Golden Gate Bridge.

Chocolate lovers, unite! At Ghirardelli Square, you can take a whiff of rich, world-class chocolate while enjoying the perfectly salty breeze of the San Francisco Bay. With citywide transportation included in your San Francisco CityPASS and a trolley stop conveniently located right in front of Ghirardelli Square, there is no reason to pass up this sweet slice of history.

Before that precious bundle of joy arrives in your arms, wouldn't it be nice to get out of town for a little while? Or, if you’re newlyweds looking for a thrilling honeymoon, a rendezvous in either of these cities will sate your appetite for romance. San Francisco or New York might be the romantic getaway you’ve been dreaming of.