Location: Sausalito
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Things to do in Sausalito, California (CA): The Best Museums
Sausalito is just a ferry ride across the bay and offers unique tours, attractions such as “Bay Model” and “Bay Area Discovery Museum,” enchanting boutique shops, art studios and galleries and a wide selection of restaurants, outdoor cafes and bistros, many with stunning views back across the bay to the city.
Restaurants in Sausalito
1. Gallery Sausalito
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Gallery Sausalito offers a contemporary collection of imaginative fine art works with an emphasis on texture and color. Located in beautiful downtown Sausalito, California, a 5-minute walk from the Sausalito ferry and public parking. Internationally recognized artist, Sue Averell is the resident artist at the gallery. The space is also a working art studio. Visit just about any afternoon to see Sue creating her art. The gallery represents a selection of art by several exceptional artists. We ship worldwide and many of our artists will create custom pieces for your home or office. There's always something new to see at Gallery Sausalito!
Reviewed By UlrE2015 - Vaxjo, Sweden
I ran into this pitoresque alley where Gallery Sausalito is located as a coincident when I saw a piece of artwork outside that I just had to see more of. Inside I met Sue who explained more about her art and was very friendly and open to share her work experiences as an artist. The paintings and art pieces are amazing and I would love to be able to buy something in the future. They are colorful, full of life, and would be the centerpiece in any home. Even though I'm not that familiar with San Francisco it was easy to recognise the better pictures of its main buildings in some of Sue's paintings. I had a bus to catch otherwise I would have stayed longer. Everyone that will ever go to Sausalito - don't hesitate to drop by the gallery, you won't regret it!
2. Bay Area Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 212 reviews
At BADM, the safety of our visitors and staff is our top priority. Based on the recommendation of the California Department of Public Health, BADM has closed and will remain closed until March 31, 2020. This closure is in response to public health recommendations surrounding COVID-19. We are not aware of any BADM visitor or staff person that has been exposed to the virus. We are continuing to monitor the COVID-19 situation and will be providing regular updates to our community via email, our website, and our social media channels. Thank you for your continued support of the Bay Area Discovery Museum.
Reviewed By D4393BFmicheleb - Rancho Mirage, United States
We have been going there since my grandson could crawl. Now he is exploring all of the park because he is 6. Always a unique activity for all ages and abilities
3. The Marine Mammal Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
The largest of six centers that rescue and rehabilitate seals and sea lions found along the California coast.
Reviewed By cyndiv2014 - Portland, United States
The Marine Mammal Center is a hospital for injured animals. They house and rehabilitate any number of marine mammals including sea lions and sea otters. There are several stations where visitors can learn about tagging and how biologists track animals, fishing nets and the dangers they pose to sea life, and how they care for their patients. I visited with my boisterous son on a Thursday afternoon. If you have an active child, this may not be the best place to come if there isn't a tour. It is a hospital, and they try to keep it quiet for the animals' comfort. My son was anything but quiet. We're looking forward to visiting again when a tour is happening; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The gift shop is also A+.
4. San Francisco Bay Model
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
The world's largest working model of San Francisco Bay.
Reviewed By photomagica
Full disclosure - I'm a visual artist working in photography and the Bay Model Visitor Center hosted a show of my work of the San Francisco Bay Salt Ponds in its lovely gallery. It hosts a rotating array of shows throughout the year, mostly of regional artists but occasionally including and international artist such as myself. The model itself is vast and informative. This is a great location to learn about San Francisco Bay environment, engineering and history. Admission is free and the rangers that operate the Bay model are friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful.
5. Bubble Street Gallery
6. Educational Tall Ship
7. Daniel Merriam's Bubble Street
8. Spirits In Stone Gallery
For 25 years, Spirits In Stone has offered the largest evolving collection of Zimbabwe Shona Sculpture in North America. Our varied selection includes evocative paintings by acclaimed Ethiopian artist Wosene Kosrof, museum quality African masks and baskets. Our gorgeous jewelry collection includes designs by Gellner, Michael Zobel, Bernd Wolf, Schoeffel and Sarah Graham. Spirits In Stone invites you to come explore the full sculptural brilliance of their artists and International collections.
9. Art by Lucinda
Create an experience for yourself and becoming an artist for the day. Whether you are a novice or just want to brush up on your skills, Lucinda has something for everyone. This fun and informative 2 hour class is held outdoors by the Golden Gate Bridge. A unique opportunity to be in the moment and create a memory of your visit to the Bay Area. "She takes the fear out of painting and makes it fun!"
10. Adele Gilani Art Gallery
Adele Gilani Art Gallery is a contemporary art gallery featuring work that is unique, vibrant, and family-friendly. AGAG gallery is a perfect place to buy art for your home, as well as art books, supplies, and more in our gift shop. Art is for everyone! Come on in and enjoy!
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