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The front of the California Academy of Sciences is a popular gathering spot in San Franciscos Golden Gate Park. A money-saving tip: The museum offers free admission on the third Wednesday of every month. But get there early on free Wednesdays, the lines are monstrous.

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The front of the California Academy of Sciences is a popular gathering spot in San Franciscos Golden Gate Park. A money-saving tip: The museum offers free admission on the third Wednesday of every month. But get there early on free Wednesdays, the lines are monstrous.

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