Full Facility & Gallery Bundles

Combine galleries for more exhibit experiences.

Located in the vibrant heart of the historic Embarcadero, the Exploratorium is an imaginative setting for just about any event, from intimate meetings to spectacular parties.

You can have it all: Rent the entire Exploratorium facility and get spectacular waterfront views of San Francisco and the Bay, a lively landscape of 650+ hands-on exhibits, flexible event spaces, superb catering, and skilled staff.

With our gallery bundle options, you can craft the perfect museum selection for your event. Whether you’re looking for a progressive celebration with distinct spaces for your cocktail reception, dinner, and dessert or planning an entertaining reception for 500 guests (or more!), we are happy to help you find the perfect fit.

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Gallery Bundles	Square Footage	Max. Seated Capacity	Max. Standing Capacity
Full Facility	100,000	1,100	3,500
Osher West, Bechtel Central, East, and Fisher Bay Observatory Galleries	49,000	1,000	3,300
Bechtel Central, East, and Fisher Bay Observatory Galleries	33,000	730	1,900
Osher West, Bechtel Central, and East Galleries	43,000	750	2,750
Bechtel Central and East Galleries	27,000	550	1,650
Osher West and Bechtel Central Galleries	36,000	650	1,800
Fisher Bay Observatory and East Galleries	13,000	380	700
Osher West Gallery and Kanbar Forum	19,600	350	850