Welcome back to our third installment of our “Summer Fun in the Bay” series. Today we will be going through a wide variety of different events and attractions that you should check out this summer. There’s something for everybody on this list, including opportunities for family outings and one-on-one romantic dates. Without further ado, let’s get to it.
Family Fun:
- Family fun is plentiful in the Bay Area, and we’ve got some great ideas for you and your family to have some fun around here. One activity your family has to take part in is one of the most popular, walking across the Golden Gate Bridge. It's a massive structure, and is actually painted 365 days a year so it retains its golden-red color.
- Another great family activity is the Farmer’s Market on Saturday and Sunday. Not only is there great food, drinks, and people, there are so many great small businesses there to support, and the atmosphere is one-of-a-kind.
- And we all love Disney, but how much do you know about the man behind it all, Walt Disney? Back in 2009, his oldest daughter opened a museum in the area to showcase where he came from, how he started out, and how he became the Walt Disney we know today.
Adult Ideas:
- Now we are in to the fun stuff. First up, you’ve got to pay a visit to Blue Bottle Coffee. They have some incredibly beautiful, complicated coffee making materials that is part of the allure of going there. Their craftsmanship is commendable, and the coffee is delicious too.
- If you’re not feeling coffee and would rather go for something a little stronger, head on over to Monk’s Kettle on 16th street. There, you can go on a beer tour of the world, as they always have hundreds of beers on tap. It’s a great spot for beer nerds like myself, maybe I’ll see you there this weekend!
- Finally, you need to head on over to the Fillmore to hear some fantastic music. So many great acts have come through this space, and many more will keep coming here in the future. You get to see so many different kinds of acts here, it shouldn’t be hard to find a show to get excited about.
Date Night:
- Who doesn’t love a little bit of romance in their life? One of my favorite scenic views is at Jack Early Park in the North Beach area. There is a set of 64 stairs that lead up to a singular bench lookout, and the view is incredible. You get to see all of the great San Francisco landmarks, including Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. It’s a perfect place to steal a kiss.
- Musee Mecanique is over on Fisherman’s Wharf and stepping inside is like stepping back in time. It’s incredible to see the kind of craftsmanship that was involved in old games, toys, and attractions from the past.
- Finally, let’s talk about some wine. The Napa Valley Wine Merchant Venue is a place I have been many times. You can taste all kinds of wine over there and in addition to the wine, they have great food to pair with it. It’s my go-to place out at the Ferry Building.
I hope you enjoyed all of these ideas and I hope you visit all of them! If you do, let me know about your time. We are also always open for more suggestions to share with our family and friends. If you have any questions for us, just give us a call or send us an email. We can’t wait to hear from you!
