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California State Railway Museum - various times Pick
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Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
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Stonestown Galleria - 9:30 AM
Stonestown Galleria - 9:30 AM
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The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
The Polar Express Train Ride at California State Railroad Museum
California State Railway Museum - various times Pick
California State Railway Museum - various times Pick
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The Physics Show
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Holidays at Filoli
Sat Nov 22, 2025 - Sun Jan 11, 2026
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Repeating every days through January 11, 2026
Except November 27, 2025; December 24, 2025; December 25, 2025.
Except November 27, 2025; December 24, 2025; December 25, 2025.
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: Adult $39; Child (5-17) $34, Child (4 and under) free
Holidays at Filoli transforms the historic estate into a wonderland of breathtaking beauty and festive delight.
During the day, take a Gilded Age journey through the elegantly decorated house and garden and explore Thistlewyck, an enchanting village in the Redwoods.
At night, immerse yourself in the glowing wonder of holiday lights, where families can stroll beneath illuminated trees, step into a magical tunnel of lights, and explore gardens that glow.
Holiday tea, champagne lounge and private fire pits are also available.
Daytime admission is from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., with evening admission from 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. The Quail Cafe and the shop will be open for both admission times.
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