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(Average Yelp Rating: 4.0) (94 Reviews)
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Contact Information

3601 Lyon Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
United States

+1 415 561 0360

http://www.exploratorium.edu/No
Neighborhood
Marina
Type
Cultural Events, Science & Technology
Hours

Tue to Sun from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Developed by physicist Frank Oppenheimer and opened in 1969, this innovative and interactive museum behind the Palace of Fine Arts is dedicated to art, science and human perception. The hands-on displays unveil the mysteries of science and language. The exhibits present theories simply and succinctly. For a different kind of hands-on experience, check out the tactile dome, a labyrinth of different textures that explorers navigate in the dark. Seminars on quirky subjects are offered on the weekends. Admission is free the first Wednesday of each month. 

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Kevin
By Kevin
June 15, 2008

Worth the price of admission

The Exploratorium is not cheap but it's well worth the $15 - $20 ticket price. Kids of all ages (4-94) will love this place -- it's got something for everyone. Our kids love all the exhibits because they are hands-on. Plenty of parking too. Unusual, for SF!

yelp Reviews (94 Reviews) Back to Top

Eisa m.
(Rating: 4.0) By Eisa m.
May 1, 2012

It's really fun and an amazing view out to the bridge. There can be a fish smell from time to time but it is the ocean. Its' fun to hang and listen to the...
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Farrah-Elilia M.
(Rating: 5.0) By Farrah-Elilia M.
April 30, 2012

from roadtripamerica.com: "the eastern edge of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco, a tiny spit of land juts into the bay. If you...
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Scott L.
(Rating: 4.0) By Scott L.
March 8, 2012

I din't go during high tide, so I didn't get to hear much and will have to go back sometime when the tide is in. Still, it's a neat place with a great view...
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By Filippo R.
2008-07-31
the exploratorium is really funny for both adults and children. and you can learn lot of intersting things, too. there are a lot of games/exper...

Yahoo Travel Reviews (71 Reviews see all) Back to Top

By The Indian Amricun
2008-09-13
Overcharged Under-Delivered
I did not find the exploratorium worth the money they charge - $14. Also, make sure your kids are 10+ if you still insist to take your kids ou...
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By april k
2008-05-21
Must see for all ages
LOVED this place. Want to go back to SF because of the exploratorium. Soo much to do and soo little time. Check it out. I talked to Califor...
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By A Yahoo! Contributor
2008-05-18
Awesome Science
i couldnot get a full round and everything i spend long time to enjoy each of those science experience. Possible one of the best memories I ha...
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By A Yahoo! Contributor
2008-03-11
we love this place!
Great for kids and childlike adults. Fascinating! I hadn't been here since the mid-90's and it really has morphed into a great place with a wid...
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By A Yahoo! Contributor
2008-02-09
FUN FOR ALL AGES
You don't have to be a kid to enjoy this place. Set aside a good chunk of the day to "explore" everything, the activities are completely inter...
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By burntwinter
2007-11-25
Must must see
First of all, set aside a full day for this place. We got there in the afternoon and only made it through about a third of the building becaus...
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CitySearch Reviews (3 Reviews) Back to Top

By urchinbiru
2006-12-17
Tactile Dome is super fun!
For a fun, out of ordinary date, I went to the Tactile Dome and had a great time. I've been to the Exploratorium many times and always enjoyed ...
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By Contributor
2006-11-09
This Disneyland of science museums offers a wonderful collision of technology, nature and art.
In ShortThis playground provides a fun, interactive way to learn about the mysteries of science. Part of the Palace of Fine Arts, it's also
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By hippocat
2002-07-23
fun for everyone of all ages
the coolest place that blends math and science with fun. sometimes it's hard to wait for the little kids to get off the exhibit b/c you want t...
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