Exploratorium Reviews

It's good if you like sciency things. Good for kids.

A must see for everyone, not just kids. So many neat exhibits. I was impressed to see whole sections on psychology and sociology as well, since they are softer sciences.

Always very cool. I don't think they are ever going back to the palace of fine arts. That being said, still very awesome! No tactile dome any longer but great stuff for all ages. Great looking food court...sushi, wow!

Learn and grow in San Francisco!

We took our kids and they loved it. They have observatory area, my daughter enjoyed examining the rocks and sands, watching the boats from the big windows, experimenting different objects. Although the entrance fee is expensive but it's worth getting the membership. There are so many things to see and try out. I loved this place and we'll be coming back soon.

Amazing museum. For yourself, your family, you and some friends or partner. Dont miss it. Its a "MUST DO". Take your time, enjoy, discover. Big places, the price is worth it. Also is next to the shore, you could do a walk before or after going to Exploratorium

Love it especially you love science! Gotta spend at least 3hours there.

Adult only after dark is great for the inner nerd, that loves drinks!

Ok for kids and a fun shop full of stuff. A bit simplistic for adults.

Very cheesy exhibits, boring and very overpriced. Paid $50 for 2.

Fun mini exhibits for kids, but gets tiring for adults.

Mostly for kids, and kind of expensive. Avoid unless you have little ones

Huge science center centre, can get really crowded, but 90% of exhibits are functioning and updated.

When you need a little science, a little oceanography and a little education, this is the place. Prime real estate in the bay view department and really engaging exhibits.

There are so many science exhibits to play with. I'd recommend going as early as you can because you will want to tinker with everything and learn as much as you can.

The Exploratotium was such a fun and exciting place to visit. With or without kids! Tons of exhibits and things to do, hands on, mixed media Fun and Exciting. Easy to find and easy to get to right on the pier! There are lots of parking options and relatively easy walk right to the Exploratotium. So many places around to visit and see. I highly recommend putting the Exploratotium on your list of things to do while in San Francisco.

A wonderful hands-on museum of science. Friendly to kids and the inquisitive.

Excellent hands-on science museum. One of the best things to visit in the whole Bay Area, if not the world. We particularly loved the sand, magnetism, and electrical exhibits, plus the movies and movement tracking screen. The tactile dome was a splurge but lots of fun. A once in a lifetime thing. Can't wait to go back for more. In four hours we barely scratched the surface.

Ok so is 29$ just to go in I m pretty sure is worthy but in my case I didn t have that money is amazing from outside so imagine inside

Just AWSOM!
Even better than the old location.

The most extensive science museum I have ever seen. Good for both kids and adults.

An awesome place to go to for interactive fun! Many things to do and an amazing place to go to with friends and family. I always have fun here! :)

Absolutely fantastic place for all ages! Well worth a trip if you're living here or visiting. Great place to learn more about science and the bay area.

A bit expensive, but a super fun place for kids and adults who love science.

Enjoyed it thoroughly. I want to come back and wander the rest of the exhibit.

The best interactive experience you could ever think of. amazing museum

Great hands on stuff for kids 5 and up. Plan to be there a while. There's lots to do!

The kid loves it. A lot of the displays are showing their age. Parking is a pain, will be interesting to see if that improves with the move to the new Pier location next year.

Very interactive and interesting. Good for kids and adults to have fun!

One of the best science museums for kids in the country. So many hands-on exhibits and experiences to try. You can easily spend an entire day there.

Only downside is lack of food options - the cafe is very small, very limited, and expensive, and there's not really anything kid-friendly within a kid-friendly walking distance.

So many great interactive exhibits. Go during After Dark on Thursday evenings at 6pm!

My 7 years old son loved it. We spent 2 hours and it wasn't enough. So much things to try. Spend at least 3-4 hours.

Lots of interesting devices that teach laws of physics in a very simple way. Suitable for both children and adults! There also are outdoor exhibits which are accessible 24 hours a day.

LOVE IT Every Time! Great Family Fun and a wonderful place for inquiring kinda of ALL ages.

One of the best science museums out there. Unbelievably huge space for the location. All the exhibits are well put together and explained. highly recommend!

IT'S AMAZING. I went here for a boy scout trip and I couldn't believe how fun it was it was so fun I didn't even realize I was learning something oh and me and my boy scout pack slept on the Eureka Ferry boat.

They were the first hands on place and they're still nr 1 by far, and trust me, I've been to a few on three continents. Friendly staff and great exhibits.

The Exploratorium is filled with scientific activities that can be explored alone or with a group. There is a weather station on the top floor with gorgeous views of the Bay Area.

Great place to spend time and learn about scientific phenomenas in a creative manner. Best to go with kids.

This should be accessible for all school kids. It's the best way to rase an interest in science

Must see museum in the bay area! Much to learn with hands on practice!!!

Magic place! At several o'clock I became the child again - everything wanted to be twisted and to touch. It is so much emotions, the improbable number of the experiments taking the device. I recommend to all: to both children, and adults. Two floors which are well thought over, fascinating opening! There is a restaurant, where it is possible to eat and have a rest. On weekdays the restaurant works up to 3p.m, on week-end up to 4p.m. Come to the Exploratorium to all family - you will not regret!

It's a great experience for everyone. Kids and adults can enjoy together and most important is that the children learn when they are playing.

Great for grandkids, grandparents, and everyone in between.

Heaps of stuff to do. A whole day can be spent here.

Very nice hands on experiments, Definitely a perfect place for the entire family to enjoy
I vote it 5 out of 5. So you should Definitely come check it out.

an amazing and fun experience worth a 2 hours of your time

Lots to see, learn and do. Especially for students children very interesting, but also adults can see and learn

Cool exhibits, plus lots of hands on activity. Plan to spend lots of time if you have kids ( more than 4 hrs is typical). Best to come early in the morning.

Awesome place. Leave yourself plenty of time to visit because it's huge. We only had a couple hours and could have easily spent another hour or two.

Fun place but do not buy the food, was WAY over priced and didn't taste good!

Fantastic place that we could have easily spent two or three days at.

Disappointed that some displays were broken but not annotated as such. But overall awesome.

Super fun place! Parking lot across Exploratorium is free after 6 on weekdays

penguins kept in captivity :( they need more space!!

Great science museum. Very expensive for families to attend.