September 8, 2009

Secession Art & Design Kids San Francisco

Gallery and boutique encourages local artists, hosts regular street festivals, and stocks cute kiddie clothing line Minor Detail.

  Bernal Heights, Fashion, Art, Fun

April 27, 2009

SadieDey's Cafe Kids San Francisco

This mom-and-tot hotspot has an indoor play area, sing-alongs, and puppet shows. Grown-ups get amenities like good coffee, free Wi-Fi, and energetic entertainer Case Conover to divert tykes with stories and games while moms catch up with a friend or check e-mail.

  Temescal, Food & Drink, Fun, Mommy and Me

March 23, 2009

Golden Gate Park's Skate Area Kids San Francisco

Grab your board, bike, skates, or rollerblades to let loose and join the crowd. Don’t forget helmets and knee pads!

  Inner Richmond, Fun, Free, Fun

December 8, 2008

Paxton Gate's Curiosities for Kids Kids San Francisco

A trove of unusual nature-focused toys and books makes for a hot tot spot. Old-time classics like marble shooters sit by artisan paper dolls, science kits, antique marionettes, and sustainably made tea sets.

  Mission Dolores, Fun, Fun, Nature

December 1, 2008

SFMOMA MuseumStore Kids San Francisco

Toys from the design world aim to enlighten your little one and look sleek, too. Preschoolers can get decked out for class with animal lunch bags inspired by illustrations. For fun and games, there are art kits, cool puppets, and geometric puzzles.

  Financial District, Home & Garden, Art, Fun

November 17, 2008

Conservatory of Flowers Kids San Francisco

It’s alive! Check out this historical conservatory filled with tropical greenery, rare flowers, and aquatic plants, all housed in a huge Victorian gazebo.

  Golden Gate Park, Fun, Educational, Fun

November 17, 2008

Pier 39 Kids San Francisco

Plan a day of family fun with bike rides on the pier, carousel rides, a mirror maze, boat rides, and more.

  Fisherman's Wharf, Fun, Birthday Parties, Entertainment

November 3, 2008

La Pena Cultural Center Kids San Francisco

Cultural center brings Latin American culture to life through affordable music and dance classes and hip-hop and Brazilian jazz concerts.

  South Berkeley, Fun, Art, Cheap