Exploratorium

Meet us at Pier 15. No kids allowed—but you can still act like one. Unplug and play with 700+ interactive exhibits exploring science, art, and human perception. Encounter the unexpected with unique programming that invites you into the worlds of the thinkers and creators changing our communities. Journey through total darkness in our twisting, turning, world-famous Tactile Dome. Get inquisitive and grab a drink. With 75,000 square feet of conversation starters, you'll never run out of things to talk about. Ages 18+ only.

Discover a world of adventure with a full-day ticket to the iconic Exploratorium in San Francisco, the only place in the city where you can touch, tinker and play with 700+ interactive exhibits. The museum is conveniently located at Pier 15 between the historic Ferry Building and Pier 39 on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. Perhaps the most experimental museum in the world, the Exploratorium explores the world via large-scale art installations, studies of microscopic life, motion, color and light installations, and much more. Spread across six indoor and outdoor expansive galleries, you can embrace the wild wonders of the world and beyond with exhibits that you can feel, play with, and manipulate. A learning lab for all ages, it’s the best place to immerse yourself in San Francisco’s innovative culture.

The San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass is an all-access sightseeing pass that offers the ultimate in convenience, cost savings, and flexibility for visitors to the Bay Area. Customers choose 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7-day passes at a low, pre-paid price. Use the pass to gain access to any and all of the 30+ included attractions, saving up to 50%* off compared to full retail admissions. The California Academy of Sciences, Aquarium of the Bay, Exploratorium, bay cruises, theme parks and rides, bike rental, and much more are all included! See below for the complete list. The free app and digital guide helps you decide what to do, where to go, and how to get there. With the San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass, you’ll spend your time in the Bay Area collecting memories instead of credit card receipts. Popular attractions and activities on the San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass include: • Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus 1-Day Classic Tour • Aquarium of the Bay • The Flyer SF & 7D Experience • California Academy of Sciences • Escape from the Rock • San Francisco 4-Hour Bike Rentals with Unlimited Biking • Exploratorium • USS Pampanito • San Francisco Zoo • GoCar San Francisco 30-Minute Rental • de Young Museum and Legion of Honor • The Walt Disney Family Muesum • All-Day Comfort Bike Rental by Blazing Saddles • Hands-On Ghost Hunting Tour of Chinatown • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) • And more! Attractions and tours are subject to change. Check your included digital guide for an up-to-date attraction line-up including opening times and instructions on how to access each attraction with your pass before you go. *Savings based on itineraries on Go City website.

Explore San Francisco at your own pace and according to your interests with an easy-to-use sightseeing pass. Select 2, 3, 4, or 5 must-see, must-do attractions and tours from a comprehensive choice of over 30 things to do in San Francisco. Save up to 50%* off on top attractions, compared to buying separate tickets. Ride the hop-on-hop-off Big Bus tour and get to know the city, enjoy a San Francisco bay cruise, visit informative museums, rent a Go Car for an hour, experience the thrills of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, and much more. Choose from popular things to do in San Francisco including: • Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus 1-Day Classic Tour • California Academy of Sciences • Exploratorium • Aquarium of the Bay • Escape from the Rock • The Flyer SF & 7D Experience • San Francisco 4-Hour Bike Rentals with Unlimited Biking • San Francisco Zoo • Six Flags Discovery Kingdom • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) • Ride the San Francisco Cable Cars with the 1 Day Muni Pass! • The Walt Disney Family Museum • All-Day Comfort Bike Rental by Blazing Saddles • USS Pampanito • GoCar 1 Hour Tour • And more! Please note attractions and tours are subject to change. Check your included digital guide for an up-to-date attraction line-up including opening times and instructions on how to access each attraction with your pass before you go. *Saving based on itineraries on the local partner's website.

Experience 4 must-see attractions and save up to 46% with San Francisco CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax and enjoy your memories in the making. With 9 days to use your tickets, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the top sights. San Francisco CityPASS® tickets include one-time admission to 4 attractions. Includes: • California Academy of Sciences - General Admission to all exhibits • Blue & Gold Fleet's San Francisco Bay Cruise - A one-hour narrated San Francisco Bay Cruise Plus choose 2 of the following: • Aquarium of The Bay - General Admission • Exploratorium - General Admission • San Francisco Zoo & Gardens - General Admission • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) - General Admission • The Walt Disney Family Museum - General Admission; some amenities and experiences may be temporarily unavailable Plan Your Trip: Visit my.citypass.com to make reservations (if required), access tickets and view attraction details.

Experience San Francisco like never before on this exciting half-day electric bike tour. Glide through the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, from the iconic Little Italy district of North Beach to the colorful streets of the Mission, Castro, and Haight-Ashbury. With the ease of an electric bike, you’ll enjoy a comfortable ride while discovering the city's rich history, unique street art, and iconic landmarks Start in North Beach, where you’ll get an up-close look at Little Italy. This area, known for its authentic Italian cafés and bakeries, is a cultural treasure. As you cycle, you’ll have a chance to spot panoramic views of the Transamerica Pyramid, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Learn about the neighborhood’s transformation from its seedy past to its current vibrant culture. Pedal through the historic Barbary Coast and stop by some of the city’s original supper clubs. These venues once hosted famous figures like Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack. Your guide will share the fascinating stories behind San Francisco’s notorious history, from the Gold Rush to the colorful characters who once roamed these streets. Next, cycle past Oracle Park, home to the San Francisco Giants, where you'll hear insider tales about the stadium's rich sports history and its stunning views of the bay. Continue your ride through the culturally rich Mission, Castro, and Haight-Ashbury neighborhoods. In the Mission, discover its street art, particularly the murals that reflect the area's Mexican heritage. The Castro, the heart of San Francisco's LGBTQ+ culture, boasts rainbow flags and historic sites that have played pivotal roles in the city's progressive history. In Haight-Ashbury, you’ll see remnants of the 1967 Summer of Love—the area’s vibrant counterculture movement that shaped the city’s rebellious spirit. In Nopa, take in the charm of the Painted Ladies at Alamo Square, and hear about the architectural history of these iconic Victorian houses. Your guide will share the story of how these homes became a symbol of San Francisco’s unique style. Pedal on to the Civic Center, where you can admire grand public buildings like City Hall, designed in the Beaux-Arts style and steeped in local political history. Continue through Polk Gulch, San Francisco's first gay neighborhood, which was central to the city's LGBTQ+ activism. Learn how this area became a hub for civil rights and how it helped shape the city’s cultural landscape. Finish your tour at Aquatic Park, where you’ll be able to appreciate its historical significance as well as the scenic views. From here, cycle to Fisherman’s Wharf, an area once known for its bustling docks and now home to seafood restaurants and some of the city’s most famous attractions. Along the way, your local guide will offer fascinating insights, fun facts, and hidden gems of the city’s history and culture, ensuring you experience the true spirit of San Francisco.

Embark on a captivating journey through some of Fisherman’s Wharf iconic sights with a local guide and uncover hidden gems along the scenic waterfront. Hear fascinating tales about the city’s maritime history while gandering at historic ships. Learn about the city's boom-and-bust history during the gold rush era and how cable cars were invented to help transform the city among the infamous fog. Savor delicious samples from San Francisco's renowned food scene, including delectable treats from the historic Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory and the renowned Boudin’s Sourdough Bakery. Stroll along a portion of the historic Barbary Coast Trail, where your guide will share tales of its vibrant past, and visit the lively colony of sea lions that reign over Pier 39. Visit 3 museums on the tour: the Maritime Museum and Musée Mécanique are fully guided experiences. After a quick break on Pier 39, finish with a ride on a charming streetcar to The Exploratorium. There, your guide will provide an entry ticket and introduction to the museum, with over 600+ interactive exhibits, so you can optimize your time there before parting ways. Spend as much time as you like in the museum, it’s a one of a kind experience that’s great for families, couples, and friends.

Experience San Francisco by night in a tuk-tuk, a modern-day rickshaw that puts nothing between you and the sparkling City by the Bay. Have a blast on a 2-hour private group tour, enjoy panoramic views, and listen to live commentary from your guides. During your tour, marvel at the majestic Golden Gate Bridge and ominous Alcatraz Island from bustling Fisherman's Wharf. Cruise through the back alleys of Chinatown, breathe in the delicious aromas of dinners in North Beach, and feed your Instagram with glittering shots of the most gorgeous city in the world. Tours start at Fisherman’s Wharf at Umbrella Alley. Private tours are limited to 5 adult riders per tuk-tuk (or 6 riders if the group includes children and adults). Tour highlights include: • Fisherman's Wharf, Dungeness crab stands, and picturesque fishing harbors • Maritime Park and historic ships at Hyde Street Pier • Marina Green with views of Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Bay • Views of the Golden Gate Bridge from Crissy Field • The Palace of Fine Arts • Marina district • City Hall, Davies Symphony Hall, War Memorial Opera House, Asian Art Museum • Union Square • Dragon’s Gate and Chinatown • Jackson Square historic district • Transamerica Pyramid, Embarcadero Center, and Financial District • Ferry Building and Embarcadero • Exploratorium and cruise ship terminal • Broadway Street and tunnel • Lombard Street – the most crooked street (depending on traffic conditions) • North Beach Little Italy and Washington Square Park • Coit Tower and Telegraph Hill • Pier 39 and Ferry Arch at Pier 41

Embark on a personalized journey through San Francisco on a private guided electric bike tour, designed to give you an intimate experience of the city's most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. Your private guide will tailor the ride to your preferences, taking you through historic areas and vibrant districts with ease. You’ll visit Washington Square in North Beach, famous for its Italian cafes and historic architecture, and the colorful Clarion Alley Murals in the Mission District. Explore the Castro, the birthplace of the LGBTQ movement and home to Harvey Milk Plaza, and Haight-Ashbury, the heart of 1960s counterculture. Along the way, glide past key landmarks such as the Civic Center with its architectural grandeur, the Painted Ladies at Alamo Square, Chase Center (home to the Golden State Warriors), and Oracle Park (home of the San Francisco Giants). You’ll also see the Bay Bridge, Ferry Building, Transamerica Pyramid, Aquatic Park, and Fisherman’s Wharf. By the time we park our bikes back at Fisherman’s Wharf, you’ll know the city like the back of your hand. Plus, you get to keep riding your bike until the end of the day, so you can head out and visit the Golden Gate Bridge! Throughout the tour, your expert guide will share fascinating insights and historical facts, deepening your connection to the city’s rich culture, architecture, and history.

Maximize your San Francisco adventure with this 2-day combo package that combines a visit to Alcatraz Island and a guided electric bike tour through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. On Day 1, begin your journey with a trip to the infamous Alcatraz Island, home to one of the world’s most notorious federal prisons. Board the ferry at Fisherman’s Wharf and enjoy a self-guided audio tour, available in multiple languages. Explore the eerie, abandoned prison cells, learn about daring escape attempts, and discover Alcatraz’s fascinating history as a military fort, penitentiary, and Native American occupation site. Take your time exploring the island and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline and Golden Gate Bridge. On Day 2, experience San Francisco like never before on a guided electric bike tour. Glide effortlessly through the city’s most famous neighborhoods and landmarks, including Washington Square in North Beach, known for its Italian cafes and historic architecture, and the vibrant street art of Clarion Alley in the colorful Mission District. Visit the Castro, the birthplace of the LGBTQ movement and home to the Harvey Milk Plaza, and Haight-Ashbury, the iconic neighborhood that sparked the 1960s hippie counterculture. You’ll also ride past major landmarks such as the Civic Center, the famous Painted Ladies at Alamo Square, Chase Center (home of the Golden State Warriors), Oracle Park (home of the San Francisco Giants), the Bay Bridge, Ferry Building, Transamerica Pyramid, Aquatic Park, and Fisherman’s Wharf. Throughout the ride, your expert guide will share fascinating historical insights, providing you with a deeper understanding of San Francisco’s culture and history.