California Academy of Sciences and Steinhart Aquarium, San Francisco
This world famous Aquarium and Natural Sciences Center has temporarily located while its permanent home in Golden Gate Park undergoes renovation. Conveniently located near down town and the convention centers this is the perfect environment for receptions and cocktail parties of up to 350 guests. Accommodations for dinning at the Elan Event Venue (3 doors away) can also be arranged. Rental information.

Area 51, Alameda Point
Located on the old Alameda Navel Base, Area 51’s permanent facility encompasses 40, 000 square feet of indoor, clear span event space. With ample electricity and stage space, the area is ideal for hosting large events and with hanger doors forty feet high guest can enjoy sweeping views of San Francisco. Rental Information.

Asian Art Museum, San Francisco
One of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian Art. Once a Golden Gate Park landmark, the new Asian Art Museum is located footsteps from City Hall in the San Francisco Civic Center. What was once the city library has been transformed in to a modern and sophisticated venue for any event. Rental information.

Avalon Ballroom, San Francisco
This famous San Francisco ballroom is ornately decorated in the beaux art style and boasts twenty-four foot ceilings along with a generous L-shaped balcony that overlooks the main room. The center skylight gives this space a beautiful glow of natural light that is perfect for daytime weddings or meetings. Rental information.

Berkeley Art Museum, Berkeley
This modern complex, adjacent to UC Berkeley, displays works in a variety of media. The open three-level interiorallows guests to enjoy views into several galleries at one time. Rental information.

UC Berkeley Alumni House, Berkeley
Of contemporary design throughout, featuring walls of brick, concrete, glass and steel, the building contains a tastefully appointed lounge. Most events are held in the Toll Room which, enhanced by walnut paneling and three fireplaces, feels like an ultra-spacious living room. Along one side, floor-to ceiling windows overlook a large slate patio, bordered by Japanese maples, oaks, redwoods, and ferns. Rental Information.

Berkeley Repertory Theater, Berkeley
Berkeley Rep’s lobbies and beautiful outdoor courtyard provide the perfect setting for receptions, parties or corporate entertaining. There are also a number of rooms suitable for more intimate gatherings such as small parties, meetings, rehearsals, or presentations. Rental Information.

Casa de la Vista, Treasure Island
Located on Treasure Island, Casa de la Vista’s u-shaped building offers an unobstructed view of downtown San Francisco, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges. Events are held in the one large room, with a three-sided, brass-trimmed bar located at one end. Windows along the back side of the room look out onto a tidy brick courtyard. Rental Information

Chabot Space and Science Center, Oakland
Perched in the Oakland hills, this state of the art science education center makes an unusual setting for events. Special features of this landmark facility include the Tien Mega Dome Theater, Planetarium and Space Telescope Domes. The Rotunda, with huge octagonal skylight, makes an unforgettable entrance. Rental information.

Conservatory of Flowers, San Francisco
Located in Golden Gate Park, the Conservatory of Flowers has been a San Francisco icon since it was erected in 1879. The 12,000 square-foot Victorian greenhouse is the oldest existing public conservatory in the Western Hemisphere. In this spectacular museum of living plants, immersive displays in five galleries will engage visitors physically, intellectually and emotionally. Rental Information.

DeYoung Museum, San Francisco
Nestled in the heart of Golden Gate Park, the new de Young museum has gained both local and national notoriety for the unique design. In addition to housing an exceptional collection of art the de Young promises to create an experience unlike any other. From the embossed copper façade with no two panels alike to the collection of priceless works of art, guests will delight in privately touring one of the newest event venues in San Francisco. Rental Information.