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Learn about science through hands-on experiences and attractions at the California Science Center. Take a ride on the high wire bicycle to learn about gravity. Investigate the different climates and ecologies in the demonstration rooms. Get up close and personal with fish, spiders, lizards, hermit crabs, hissing cockroaches and snakes as you learn about the different species and how they live.

Sip on a delicious blend of specialty teas at the Chado Tea Room, located inside the Japanese American National Museum, is designed for comfort and relaxation. With the aromas of 200 brews filling the air and a lovely waterfall on the patio, this is a great option for lovebirds looking for a light meal and drink on their romantic outing.

Aside from an extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts and art, the Huntington Library Art Collections and Botanical Gardens also contain 120 acres of landscaped gardens. Of the dozen principal gardens open to the public, the Children's Garden is most popular for the younger visitors. Children can learn about plants and different elements of nature through fun, hands-on activities.