Exploratorium After Dark: Adults-Only Exhibits

Experience the Exploratorium After Dark, an adult-only event with interactive exhibits, mind-bending mirrors, and a journey through total darkness. Discover a new perspective on perception, art, and science.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Exploratorium - Expand your mind by exploring the hundreds of interactive machines, contraptions and artworks at San Francisco’s Exploratorium, a quick 10-minute walk from the Ferry Building and a 15-minute walk from Fisherman’s Wharf. Head down on any Thursday at 6pm for the wildly popular After Dark event, when the museum stays open until 10pm…
What's Included
  • Skip the line admission
  • After Dark at the Exploratorium
  • Ages 18+
What's Not Included
  • Regular daytime admission to the Exploratorium
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Tactile Dome
Additional Information

Things Look Different After Dark. See for Yourself.
6-10pm every Thursday night at the Exploratorium. Adults-only (18+).
Lose yourself in more than 700 interactive exhibits exploring perception, art and science. Grab your friends and a drink and get immersed in everything from a fog bridge, to a large-scale kaleidoscope, dazzling light displays,…

Location
Exploratorium
Green Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(49 Ratings)
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Nicole_m
Aug 8, 2025
Wonder and Exploration - Fun! Insightful and very fulfilling for those who want to lean into their childlike Wonder. The skip the line ticket made entry a breeze. I was even able to bring my service animal (doggie).
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Emk2545qt
Apr 11, 2025
Incredible exhibits, incredible views! - The exhibits were so interactive and informative! Made me think deeply about phenomenons we experience every day. Space section models were beautiful. There was so much to see that we didn't get through the whole museum; will definitely be coming back!
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Robin_m
Feb 23, 2025
Exploratorium after dark - What a super fun experience! We were able to play along with all of the interactive activities without worrying about stepping on kid’s toes! A very cool experience. Glad we did it!
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Laurasr224fz
Jan 3, 2025
Great Experience! - We had so much fun! We all learned something and we will definitely be back with our friends and family. A must see when visiting San Francisco!
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Laura_b
Jan 3, 2025
Great night out for a date with my hubby! - I am a teacher and spend a lot of time with kids. Spending time with adults only and getting to experience this museum for myself was great!
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J8819gpjeremyl
Nov 25, 2024
Groovy as heck! - It was awesome! Great exhibits and cool vibes, went with some friends to show them around the city, and they said it was their favorite part of the whole trip!
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Seangl539ad
Nov 25, 2024
After Dark date night, go doooo - Went there for Valentine's day. Was an absolute blast. Perfect post dinner activities with a partner to get the romance flowing.
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Ericli5508nf
Nov 25, 2024
Best museum in SF - Wonderful spot. It’s a great idea opening the museum up after dark and having themed cocktails. We really enjoyed the atmosphere and being able to wander around the while it was less busy
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O3315lqtamarah
Nov 25, 2024
10/10 would go again - Super fun way to spend an evening. Great date night spot. Also fun for larger groups of friends and family! 10/10 would recommend going to an After Dark.
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Relautb
May 30, 2025
Absolutely to avoid - The indoor restaurant is more than obsolete to begin with which should have alerted us. Chicken with almost no sauce was cold inside, my fries too salty and a fluffy one that looked like a laser cut cake so thin the slice was. I hope we don't get sick. Only positive thing is the person who welcomed us, very nice
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From $23
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).