Exploratorium Museum Map (2023 – 2019)
The Exploratorium Museum Map makes navigating Pier 15 simple, especially when you’re eager to catch the Tactile Dome or duck into the Osher West Gallery.
The Exploratorium Museum in San Francisco, California is an interactive science and art museum located at Pier 15. It features over 650 hands-on exhibits, covering topics like physics, biology, and perception. The museum offers educational programs, workshops, and is open year-round to visitors of all ages.
From the Bay Observatory deck to the Living Systems exhibit, this map helps you hit your must-sees without doubling back. Planning to grab a bite? Note the Seaglass Restaurant near the main entrance.
Whether you’re here for science play or a full-day dive, this guide keeps your visit smooth.
Exploratorium Museum Map 2023
The Exploratorium Museum map for 2023 provides a detailed layout of exhibit galleries, restrooms, dining areas, and entrances. Visitors can use the map to navigate the museum’s six main galleries, each focused on different themes like human perception, living systems, and physics.Â
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Exploratorium Museum Map 2019
The Exploratorium Museum is located at Pier 15 on the San Francisco Embarcadero and features a downloadable visitor map that highlights its galleries, exhibit areas, and amenities. In 2019, the museum offered over 650 hands-on exhibits across multiple themed galleries, including areas dedicated to tinkering, perception, and observation, as well as amenities like the Seaglass restaurant and museum store.
FAQ
Is San Francisco Exploratorium worth it?
The San Francisco Exploratorium is widely considered worth visiting for all ages, offering hundreds of interactive, hands-on exhibits that make science, art, and human perception engaging and fun. Visitors consistently rate it as one of the top attractions in the city, praising its educational value and unique experiences. Many recommend setting aside several hours to fully enjoy everything the museum has to offer.
How long does it take to tour Exploratorium?
Most visitors spend at least 2 to 4 hours touring the Exploratorium, though you could easily spend half a day or more exploring all six galleries and participating in hands-on activities. The time needed depends on your interest level and how much you engage with each exhibit. For a thorough visit, plan for at least half a day.
What is the difference between the Exploratorium and the Tech museum?
The Exploratorium focuses on interactive exhibits exploring science, art, and human perception, encouraging hands-on experimentation and curiosity-driven learning. In contrast, The Tech Interactive (formerly The Tech Museum of Innovation in San Jose) emphasizes technology, engineering, and innovation, with exhibits centered on robotics, biotech, and digital experiences. Both are highly interactive, but the Exploratorium has a broader focus on the intersection of science and art, while The Tech is more technology- and engineering-oriented.
How much does it cost to get into the Exploratorium?
Daytime admission to the Exploratorium is $39.95 for adults (ages 18–64), $29.95 for youth (ages 4–17), seniors (65+), students, teachers, and people with disabilities, and free for children 3 and under. Discounted and free admission is available for EBT/Medi-Cal/WIC cardholders, California public school teachers, and through select library and community programs. Special After Dark adult-only events are $22.95 per person.
