Golden Gate Park : Golden Gate Park is among the world's greatest urban parks. Approximately 3 miles long and 1/2 mile wide (1,017 acres), this treasure is covered with grassy meadows, wooded trails, secluded lakes, open garden groves, gardens and several museums. Attractions at the west end of the park include Kinmen Pavilion, the Bison Fields and Dutch Windmill. At Stow Lake, paddle and row boats can be rented for a leisurely trip around the lake.
Six Flags : This one-of-a-kind amusement center wildlife park and oceanarium shows animals of land, sea and air in a variety of performances and habitats. The residents include: dolphins, sea lions, whales, elephants, chimpanzees, tigers and predatory exotic birds. "Dinasours! A Prehistoric Adventure" features 22 moving creatures (through October 31), and has the largest number of robotic dinosaurs in the United States. I-80 and Highway 37, Vallejo, California 94589; (707) 644-4000.
Napa Valley : This rich and fertile stretch of valley, a little over 35 miles in length, is home to over 150 wineries most of which line Highway 29.
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