Exploratorium
The Exploratorium is a museum of science, art and human perception founded in 1969 by the physicist Frank Oppenheimer at the Palace of Fine Arts. Since 2013 it has occupied Piers 15 and 17 on the Embarcadero, where visitors try out hundreds of hands-on exhibits about light, sound, motion, living things and the bay.
Good to know
- Opening hours
- Mon closedTue–Sat 10:00–17:00Sun 12:00–17:00
- Price
- From $39.95
Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source exploratorium.edu
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SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium After Dark Thursdays (18+) Admission
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Frequently asked questions
Is Exploratorium free?
No. Tickets start at $39.95.
What are the opening hours of Exploratorium?
Opening hours: Mon closed · Tue–Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun 12:00–17:00.
Where can I buy tickets for Exploratorium?
Tickets are sold online by Tiqets, from $39.95.