Cable cars are emblematic of San Francisco, and there’s no better place to gain insight into their operation than at the San Francisco Cable Car Museum. Kids interested in technology or history will fit right in here, as they learn about the inventors, builders, and different models of cable cars that have been around since 1873. The museum contains replica parts from throughout the years, as well as various authentic photographs that help set the scene better. Afterward, you can stop in the gift shop to take home a souvenir.