Exploratorium San Francisco

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The Exploratorium is more than a museum—it’s a gateway to exploring science, art, and human perception with every visit. Let your curiosity roam through hundreds of exhibits, many focused …
The Exploratorium is more than a museum—it’s a gateway to exploring science, art, and human perception with every visit. Let your curiosity roam through hundreds of exhibits, many focused on noticing and observation, in six spacious indoor and outdoor galleries. You’ll find thoughtful safety protocols, our one-of-a-kind store, dining, and more at our beautiful San Francisco bayside location. The Exploratorium is rated #1 Museum in San Francisco on TripAdvisor, and named one of “The Ten Coolest Museums in the World" by the New York Times Magazine.

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Feb 22, 2023
My grandson enjoyed the museum so much, we left when they turned the lights off. The dissected cow eye kept his attention. Full review by melissabD2836JQ
Feb 4, 2023
I've been here back in the summertime of last year. Nothing to dislike about this place. I really liked to how colorful it was. Full review by 894marilyn
Jan 22, 2023
What a great find at Pier 15. I only wish we had more time to spend there. Interesting phenomenan like optical illusions and physics surprises. Full review by FloridaRsj

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I bought a pass from Go City and plan to visit exploratorium on Dec 24th, do I have to make any advance reservation or …
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I bought a pass from Go City and plan to visit exploratorium on Dec 24th, do I have to make any advance reservation or can I just show my pass at the entrance?
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I think you can just show your pass at the entrance. I'd go to their website and see if there's any info. there.
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Answer by Maria A · Mar 13, 2024
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Is there in and out privileges at the Exploratorium? (I know California Academy of Sciences does and it was nice to …
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Is there in and out privileges at the Exploratorium? (I know California Academy of Sciences does and it was nice to take a break outside for lunch as we spent almost all day in the museum.)
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Yes - they stamp your hand and you can go in and out as much as you want the same day. We walked somewhere to get lunch and then came back and stayed until closing.
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Would a two year old find this interesting?
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Hello, I would have to say not as most of the exhibits and experiences are for children who are a little older. Try the Bay Aquarium further down the Embarcadero at the …
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Hello, I would have to say not as most of the exhibits and experiences are for children who are a little older. Try the Bay Aquarium further down the Embarcadero at the Fisherman's Wharf if you're in the locality.
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Would a 16 year old girl find this too childish?
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Went there with 13 & 15 y/o. They enjoyed exhibition and experiments. I think it actually is a good age as they really understand most of the exhibition and put it into context. …
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Went there with 13 & 15 y/o. They enjoyed exhibition and experiments. I think it actually is a good age as they really understand most of the exhibition and put it into context. Keep in mind it’s summer, there will be tons of very young kids with their camp groups. Other than that have fun!!
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Can you get in free?
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There is a cost of admission that helps keep this wonderful experience going. It’s worth it for me
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