If you ever want to see what it is like to be like Helen Keller, put on earplugs and descend into the darkness of the Tactile Dome. But, make sure you call a day ahead and schedule an appointment... More

If you ever want to see what it is like to be like Helen Keller, put on earplugs and descend into the darkness of the Tactile Dome. But, make sure you call a day ahead and schedule an appointment first. This place is for all ages, even 3 year olds enjoy playing with the hands-on experiments. They just don't know they are learning. Free admission via reciprocal membership through ASTC. There is a toddler area so that they are not completely left out. Allot a day for this activity. They are located in the Marina district and close at 5pm. ( http://www.exploratorium.edu )
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Both of these science centers use activities and creative exhibits to explain science to kids in a fun way. I think the Exploratorium is the more successful - it tends to have more exhibits geared... More

Both of these science centers use activities and creative exhibits to explain science to kids in a fun way. I think the Exploratorium is the more successful - it tends to have more exhibits geared to teaching young children instead of just being fun for them to play with. It is larger, or at least seems that way, and in my dim childhood recollections has more demonstrations of the exhibits, where the Lawrence Hall of Science tends to rely on written information that kids are often not interested in perusing.
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Have any of the weeklies ever designated the Feel-a-tron the best place to make out in SF? Oh, I know it's not really called the Feel-a-tron… the official name isTactile Dome, but I kind of like... More

Have any of the weeklies ever designated the Feel-a-tron the best place to make out in SF? Oh, I know it's not really called the Feel-a-tron… the official name isTactile Dome, but I kind of like Feel-a-tron, don't you? Anyways, if you and a sweetie want to have a little fun, descend into the darkness of the dome and feel around, so to speak… just make sure you stay close and don't mix up a loved one with a school field trip.
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There are not many museums around that allow you to actually play around with all of the exhibits. The exploratorium is one ofthose museums. It make children have fun while learning. The museum is... More

There are not many museums around that allow you to actually play around with all of the exhibits. The exploratorium is one ofthose museums. It make children have fun while learning. The museum is science based but more geared towards physics. My neice hated physics in school, but after visiting teh museum a few times, she leraned to understand concepts and now she relates everything she learns to the exploratorium. Its a wonderful educational experince in which you have a great time.
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Here at the Exploratorium you'll find the answers of all the things you've wondered about life. Well almost everything. They have so many sections of scientific discoveries and natural physics... More

Here at the Exploratorium you'll find the answers of all the things you've wondered about life. Well almost everything. They have so many sections of scientific discoveries and natural physics explained in plain English for kids and adults to comprehend without reading a sentence twice. Although this is one of the biggest attractions here in San Fransciso its one of the busisest places during school session. Field trips for students are never ending here, so you want to schedule a good day to visit. Parking is always available and the Palace of Fine Arts is right next door. If you walk acorss the street and you have the Marina, so its a good bet to check this place out.
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While nobody may realize it at the time, everything at the Exploratorium teaches you something. Areas teach about electricity, magnetism, sights, sounds, and more. The Exploratorium is not a typical... More

While nobody may realize it at the time, everything at the Exploratorium teaches you something. Areas teach about electricity, magnetism, sights, sounds, and more. The Exploratorium is not a typical museum and in fact it may be more entertaining and more educational. A must see in San Francisco for any kid, or just the kid in you.
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The Exploratorium is such a beautiful place to see and explore. The grounds itself is beautiful although I don't much like the wire fence they have now put around the pond. There are always ducks... More

The Exploratorium is such a beautiful place to see and explore. The grounds itself is beautiful although I don't much like the wire fence they have now put around the pond. There are always ducks swimming there. The Exploratorium itself is a really neat place. They have an admission fee but is well worth the price. Inside are really neat sciense exhibits. It is just a fun place to explore.
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The Exploratorium was one of many museums I frequently visited as a kid, and basically was a wonderful first exposure to the world of science and exploration. I particularly enjoy the optical... More

The Exploratorium was one of many museums I frequently visited as a kid, and basically was a wonderful first exposure to the world of science and exploration. I particularly enjoy the optical illusion exhibit, in which a room appearing through its outside window as a flat, level enclosed space in reality has a slanted floor and ceiling. The earthquake exhibit is also noteworthy, as it provides detail on what causes earthquakes and the history behind the two major California quakes. There are also exhibits explaining the science behind each of the five senses. All in all, as fun and as educational an experience then as it is today.
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The Exploratorium is a science museum that both kids and adults will enjoy. Outside, surrounded by Golden Gate Park, the museum is idyllic and tranquil. Inside, there are over 600 displays, ranging... More

The Exploratorium is a science museum that both kids and adults will enjoy. Outside, surrounded by Golden Gate Park, the museum is idyllic and tranquil. Inside, there are over 600 displays, ranging from an exhibit on optical illusions to a giant tube that carries sound. The displays are interactive, so kids learn about science while they have fun.
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