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At one time, Angel Island, in the middle of the San Francisco Bay, was California's version of Ellis Island. For generations of immigrants, this was the point of entry. Now, it's a state park, and a beautiful one, known as the "Jewel of San Francisco Bay." The view from the island is unequaled: On a clear day, you can see the Golden Gate, the Bay, Richmond/San Rafael, San Mateo, and Dumbarton bridges. Mountain bikes are available to rent, and there are hiking trails crisscrossing the whole place. There are lovely grounds where you and your grandchildren can have a little picnic. The best way to get here from the city is to take one of the Blue and Gold Fleet's ferries, which leave from the Embarcadero just about hourly.
Info: Round Trip Ferry: $14.50, children 6 to 12 $8.50, 5 and younger free
Hours: Daily 8am to sunset, Ferry: Departure and returns from pier 39 vary
Age: Tdlr./Pre-Schl. (1-5), Elementary (5-9), Tween (9-12), Teen (12+)
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