Here’s Travel for Kids list of favorite San Francisco ice cream shops, organized by neighborhoods.
Have fun tasting familiar and international flavors of ice cream!
World of Ice Cream: San Francisco
California Coast Redwoods: Ancient wonders saved for future generations
What are the tallest trees on earth – Coast redwoods?
California (and southern Oregon) are only places in the world where coast redwood forests live in the wild.
10 California parks to visit to see magnificent coast redwoods.
A Visit to Monticello
Visit Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson, where kids can tour house he designed, explore extensive gardens, and see life in a Virginia plantation, plus children’s books, and recipe for Thomas Jefferson’s macaroni and cheese.
Read more…Summer 2025: Tips for Visiting US National Parks
Know before you go to US national parks this summer – firings of national park workers will significantly affect your experience. Tips for road conditions, wildlife and fire safety, weather, especially extreme heat, plus information about specific national parks.
Read more…5 Favorite California Summer Hikes with Kids
Here’s five favorite hikes with kids in California, – Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite, Point Reyes in Marin, Red’s Meadow in Mammoth Lakes, Bumpass Hell in Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Fern Canyon in Redwood SP – alpine meadows, panoramic views of the coast, rushing waterfalls, volcanic boiling springs and mudpots, sparkling creeks and ferns in the redwoods.
Read more…Where to Stay in San Francisco
Planning a family trip to San Francisco, where are the best neighborhoods to stay?
We research and recommend hotels for family amenities, but equally important is the surrounding area.
Insider tips about seven neighborhoods on our list of San Francisco family hotels.