Pier 15 Embarcadero at, Green St, san francisco
Museum
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$0-$39.95
Located on the Embarcadero waterfront at Pier 15, The Exploratorium is a public learning laboratory and museum exploring the world through science, art, and human perception. There are hundreds of explore-for-yourself exhibits, film screenings, evening art and science events for adults, plus much more. The museum uses playful fun experimentation to introduce visitors to scientific principles. They also create professional development programs for educators and are at the forefront of changing how science is taught.
Weekends and public holidays are the busiest time at the museum; weekdays are the best time to visit.
- The idea behind the Exploratorium is simple: they strive to combine art and science in a way that is engaging, interesting, and easy to understand.
- Visitors of all ages can enjoy the 600-plus interactive exhibits, the Tinkerer’s Clock, the toothpick diorama of San Francisco; and the Tactile Dome, Shadow Box, Giant Mirror, Monochromatic Room, Fog Bridge, Anti-Gravity Mirror are people’s favorites.
- Visitors can also enjoy an adult-only (18+) After dark Thursday night event.
- Admission ticket fees
- Children Free
- Youth $30
- Adults $40
- Senior citizens $30
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- Free Admission for California Public School Teachers, EBT, SF Medi-Cal, and SF CalFresh Cardholders.
- AAA Members, and Active, retired, and reservist military personnel receive reduced admission tickets with identification.
- Visit https://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/reduced-rates for more information.
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Breathtaking Views
- Family Fun
- Lush
- Exhibitions
- Photography
- Art Gallery
- Educational Workshops
- Private Events
- Romantic
- Kids Friendly
- Date Night
Email events@exploratorium.edu or call 415-528-4500 for event reservations. Visit https://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/rentals for more information.
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am-5:00 pm 6:00 pm-10:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 pm
- Sunday 12:00 pm-5:00 pm