Meet 20,000 amazing marine animals as you walk through 300 feet of crystal clear tunnels. Touch sharks and rays. It's like skin diving without getting wet. Open daily except Dec. 25. Summer hours 9am-8pm. Most other times M-Th 10am-6pm, F-Su until 7pm. Admission $14.95 adults; $8 seniors (age 65+) and children (ages 3-11); $37.95 family (2 adults, 2 children). Children under 3 free.

Address: Pier 39
Phone: 415-623-5300
Website: www.aquariumofthebay.com

There is something for everyone at PIER 39, one of San Francisco's premier Bay attractions: a festival marketplace with more than 110 stores, 14 Bay view restaurants and a variety of fun-filled attractions for all ages, including the world-renowned sea lions, street performers and live daily entertainment.

Address: The Embarcadero and Beach Street
Phone: 415-705-5500
Website: www.pier39.com

The exclusive operator to Alcatraz Island, one of San Francisco's top visitor attraction, operated by the National Park Service. Cruises start at 9am and continue throughout the day. Ten to 14 daily departures depending on the time of year. Evening tours offered Th-M. All Alcatraz tours depart from Pier 33. Guaranteed lowest prices to Alcatraz Island. For complete tour information, including departure schedules and pricing, visit the Web site.

Address: Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing
Phone: 415-981-ROCK (7625)
Website: www.alcatrazcruises.com

Set in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf, the new, two-story flagship building allows visitors to observe the 5,000 square-foot bakery in action. Learn the story of sourdough French bread, how it is made and why it cannot be baked anywhere else on earth. Complimentary trip to tasting room included with Museum & Bakery Tour.

Phone: 415-928-1849
Website: www.boudinbakery.com

This authentic, World War II submarine - with near perfect restoration - offers visitors an unforgettable experience. Individuals and groups will feel history unfold, seeing how the crew of 80 men lived for weeks on end in amazingly tight quarters. Many original artifacts are on display. Exclusive iPod audio tour features Pampanito crewmen telling real-life war stories. The gift store is chock full of gifts, books, video/DVDs and memorabilia. National Historic Landmark. Summer hours: Th-Tu 9am-8pm, W 9am-6pm; Winter hours: M-Th 9am-6pm, F-Su 9am-8pm. Admission $9 adults; discounts for children, seniors and active duty military.

Phone: 415-775-1943
Website: www.maritime.org

Formerly a military post, the Presidio is a national park and recreational paradise featuring spectacular vistas, meandering trails, and historic and architectural treasures. Come for a hike, a walking tour, a picnic, to view an exhibit or take a stroll back in time. Entrance to the park and most programs are free.

Address: 34 Graham Street
Phone: 415-561-5444
Website: www.presidio.gov

A spectacular living museum of rare and beautiful tropical plants from around the world that will engage visitors physically, intellectually and emotionally. Tu-Su 9am-4:30pm. Free children 4 and under, $5 for adults, $3 for youths, seniors and students with ID, $1.50 for children 5-11.

Phone: 415-666-7001
Website: www.conservatoryofflowers.org

Northern California's largest zoological park features approximately 1,000 exotic and endangered wildlife. Visit the new Grizzy Gulch (June 2007), home to two grizzly bears and stroll through the African Savanna habitat. Experience the wonders of the Children's Zoo and visit other favorites such as Gorilla Preserve, Penguin Island, Koala Crossing, Lemur Forest and the Australian WalkAbout. Ride the historical Dentzel Carousel and Little Puffer miniature steam train. Open daily 10am-5pm. Admission for San Francisco residents $9; $4.50 ages 12-17 and seniors 65 and over; $2.50 ages 3-11; free age 2 and under.

Phone: 415-753-7080
Website: www.sfzoo.org

The Tony Award-winning professional repertory theater company produces seven major shows September to July, plus a special presentation of "A Christmas Carol."

Address: 415 Geary Street
Phone: 415-749-2228
Website: www.act-sf.org

The City's cable car system is run from a circa 1907 red brick barn. Examine the winding machinery designed to make the motorless cars navigate city streets and study Andrew Hallidie's original prototype Car No. 8. Open daily 10am-5pm. Free.

Address: 1201 Mason Street
Phone: 415-401-3119

Newly opened in downtown San Francisco, the Contemporary Jewish Museum presents dynamic exhibitions and educational programs, exploring contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history and ideas. Open M-Tu, F-Su 11am-5:30pm, Th 1-8:30pm, closed W. Admission $8 adults, $6 students with valid I.D. and seniors, age 18 and under free.

Address: 736 Mission Street
Phone: 415-655-7800
Website: www.thecjm.org

Ancient and European art from 2500 B.C. through the 20th century. Artists represented include El Greco, Rembrandt, Rubens, Monet and Picasso. One of the world's leading collections of Rodin sculpture and dramatic views of the Golden Gate and The City make this a must-see museum. Multilingual tours available. Open Tu-Su 9:30am-5pm. Admission is $10, $7 seniors 65 and older, $6 ages 13-17, children 12 and under are free. Free first Tu of the month.

Address: 100 34th Avenue and Clement
Phone: 415-750-3600
Website: www.legionofhonor.org

Annual 'Nutcracker' and repertory season, December-May. Premium and discount seating for select performances, tours, pre-performance parties, audiovisual presentations and spouse programs for groups of 20 or more. Group direct line: 415-553-4672.

City: San Francisco 94102
Phone: 415-861-5600
Website: www.sfballet.org

Fun, fresh, first-class…and free! The free concerts present some of the best in classical music: great repertoire, world-class performers, beautiful halls. New listeners welcome. Visit Web site for concert information. MC, V.

Phone: 415-248-1640
Website: www.sfchamberorchestra.org

Classical opera fully staged sung in original language with English super titles affordably priced for children in particular in a small attractive theatre.

Phone: 415-668-1521
Website: www.sflyricopera.org

One of the largest museums in the world devoted exclusively to Asian art with a collection comprising over 17,000 objects spanning 6,000 years of history. The museum reopened in March 2003 at its new, expanded facility at San Francisco's Civic Center. Tu-Su 10am-5pm, Th until 9pm. Admission: $12 adults, $8 seniors, $7 ages 13-17 and college students with ID, $5 after 5pm on Th, children 12 and under free. First Su of the month free, beginning May 2008.

Address: 200 Larkin Street
Phone: 415-581-3500
Website: www.asianart.org

Set along San Francisco's historic waterfront, a bewitching evening of European Cabaret and Cirque, Divas and Madmen, Spectacle and Sensuality with Live Music and a Gourmet Five-Course Dinner-set in the nightclub of your dreams.

Address: Pier 29
Phone: 415-438-2668 (box office)
Website: www.zinzanni.org