Visit the Exploratorium at Pier 15

Step inside a tornado, turn upside down in a curved mirror, walk on a fog bridge, and explore more than 650 hands-on exhibits. You'll find all of this plus unique programs, discussions, and events; a café and restaurant; two stores (one with an Art-O-Mat machine); and more at our beautiful San Francisco bayside location. 

Buy Tickets

Coming to visit? Get your tickets online or at the museum.

Become a Member

Support and Inspire
After Dark

See for yourself every Thursday night.

Directions and Parking

It's easy to get to Pier 15 on the Embarcadero by transit, car, or bike.

Open Hours

Find out when the museum, stores, and eateries are open. 

Inflatable: Expanding Works of Art

Gigantic, fantastical air-filled artworks reimagine what air can become.

What's Going On?

Aug
15
Plankton Exhibit Tour

Enjoy a tour of the Exploratorium’s marine life exhibits.

Aug
15
Lab and Lunch: Ocean Health

Bring your lunch and learn about the connections between San Francisco Bay and the ocean.

Aug
16
After Dark

Get immersed in mind-bending experiences and unique, thought-provoking programs.

Restaurant, Store, and Café

Seaglass Restaurant

Sit down and enjoy a delicious, locally sourced meal—and a great view.

The Seismic Joint Café

Grab some delicious, healthy food and drinks at our take-out café.

Visit the Stores

Check out our uniquely Exploratorium onsite and online stores.

Coming with a Group?

Group Visits

Groups are always welcome at the Exploratorium!

School Field Trips

Register now and bring your class on a field trip this fall.

Host an Event

Have your next event in our spectacular setting on the Bay.

Galleries and More

Museum Galleries

Play with the exhibits, and discover new ways to understand how our world works.

Tactile Dome

Take an interactive excursion through total darkness.

Welcome to PlayLists

At the museum? Try these 20-minute self-guided tours.

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