Cartoon Art Museum
Original comic strip and animation art in one small gallery near the wharf. Quick to walk, and a fair trade for a kid who draws.
781 Beach St
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An alley of murals under a canopy of hanging umbrellas, near the wharf. Ten minutes and a good photograph.
Lively Wharf sundae stop with outdoor seating and room for strollers; every age gets a scoop.
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Indoor mini golf where every hole is a San Francisco landmark. Two short courses, air conditioned, and quick enough for a preschooler.
Fisherman's Wharf hotel with games to borrow and bikes to rent, a good base for school-age kids.
Chocolate shop and sundae counter in the old factory square. Free sample at the door, and a fountain outside to sit by while the ice cream goes down.