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Palace of Fine Arts
— Exploratorium Science Museum

Palace of Fine Arts Lagoon and Water Fountain

Palace of Fine Arts
The Palace of Fine Arts was built in 1915 for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition and restored to its original splendor in 1967.

Palace of Fine Arts Lagoon and grassy area for picnics and people watching

Today, it is one of San Francisco's most spectacular backdrops — especially for wedding pictures.

On weekends, the swan-filled lagoon and grassy area is an ideal place to relax, picnic, read a book or people-watch.

Swan swimming in the Palace of Fine Arts Lagoon

Exploratorium Science Museum
The Palace of Fine Arts landmark also houses the Exploratorium Science Museum — the "Hands-On" Museum of Science, Art and Human Perception.

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Palace of Fine Arts Lagoon

The Water Fountain at the Palace of Fine Arts Lagoon

Fun Event Locations
Host a fun VIP Dinner or Reception at these picturesque San Francisco venues:

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Rotunda

Exploratorium
— the Entire Museum can accommodate Groups of 50-400 for Formal Dinners and 100-2,500 people for Buffets and Receptions.

The Mezzanine Level and
135-seat McBean Theater — Smaller Receptions, Meetings, and VIP Gatherings

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, Rotunda & Exploratorium
— The Palace of Fine Arts Theater and Rotunda can also be used in conjunction with the Exploratorium to accommodate more than 2,500 people.

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Palace of Fine Artts
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