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"brilliant PDP-1 demo"(9 Tips)
"Amazing!!!!!!! Recommended for geeks like me!"(10 Tips)
"Excellent museum to see the history of computing."(7 Tips)
"rapid rise of Silicon Valley."(4 Tips)

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KhalidOctober 6, 2013
Check out the Babbage Machine , it was designed in the 1830s but could not be built because of its great cost. The machine was built using Babbage's design in the 1990s and worked perfectly!
Bohdan HnatkovskyyJune 6, 2015
The best place to get known about history of semiconductors, computers and technology at all. After 1:00 PM you could sit inside of Google self drive car.
Justin LisenbyDecember 5, 2018
Excellent museum to see the history of computing. Goes all the way from the start of recorded history through to the modern computers of today.
Alex BorodachAugust 19, 2012
Revolution exhibition is very good made, it's worth to visit everyone even those who considers oneself not much interested in computers. I bet you like it, it's not boring.
Kursad AlbayraktarogluJuly 4, 2019
An amazing museum where the entire history of computing is on display. Sort of a mandatory pilgrimage for any self-respecting geek. Highly recommended.
Alden CatesApril 13, 2018
Give yourself about 4hrs to see everything and go at a leisurely pace. Tours are at 12 and 2!
Mahesh ChandralingamMay 27, 2018
Everyone should see how today's world revolves in computer industry. I really impressed how woman's are involved in their jobs in late century. Growing countries should learn. Don't feel it's useless
Paul HadfieldJanuary 14, 2016
Amazing collection of historic computers, all really well displayed. Apparently the Babbage Difference Engine will return to its owner mid-2016 so come to see it in action while you still can!
Brett SiksniusOctober 20, 2017
Spend a good part of your day here. NERD IT UP! Make sure you you attend the live demos for sure.
Kayvon TehranianDecember 14, 2012
Been here 5+ times
A fantastic collection of computational paraphernalia that puts into context the rapid rise of Silicon Valley. Highlights for me included the PDP-1, the Xerox Alto, and Google's first server rack.
Dasha PozinaJuly 22, 2016
Museum is very interesting and huge, so don't try to see and explore everything at once, better come here a few times.
Tom MaxwellOctober 8, 2015
Fun, stimulating way to get a thorough overview of the history of computing all the way back to the abacus! Make it a day trip — there's quite a lot to see.
Christopher JenkinsNovember 25, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Awesome venue, check out the gift shop lots of great geeky things.
David LimJuly 3, 2013
this is the perfect place for a romantic date. if ya wanna let the special person in your life what's up, double down on the "geek package" nothing says love like rows of silicon and foreign tourists
Emilio MartínezAugust 8, 2014
Really interesting!! There's tons of information about the history of computing and other modern technologies. The guided tour is very much worth it.
Davide CassentiJune 18, 2012
The museum is really nice, there are plenty of things to see and several videos that explain the history of modern computers. A little shop for geek toys also available.
Al B.October 10, 2016
The whole place has been TOTALLY revamped if you haven't been here in years. If you love tech, you're definitely going to love this place!
Stefan WolfrumMay 13, 2013
If you come late you can save bucks on the admission fee BUT you won't have enough time for this awesome exhibition!! I'll have to come a 2nd time. Too much great stuff!!
Darren MattinglyMay 12, 2013
Catch the info on Babbage differentiator if you can. Tour may move too slowly for most & miss some items of interest - I'd suggest a self-meandered pace. ;-)
Avik Kumar SiOctober 23, 2016
It’s a fine collection of memorabilia tracing the history of computing. There are multiple exhibits which count as landmarks in the evolution of computers.
Apirak PanatkoolMay 20, 2017
Small from outside but Huge inside and very cool for all old Geek 😋
SEGAJanuary 4, 2012
I could spend all day in this museum. Check out the gallery of games and consoles and see if you can spot a Dreamcast, Master System, Saturn and Genesis. - Kate, Assistant Community Manager
Hemalatha ElangovanOctober 7, 2013
Google street view car section gives wonderful experience. Try to ride the standing street view bicycle which displays the street view when we ride bicycle.
Peter den HartogDecember 14, 2015
This museum is amazing. Make sure to go for at least two hours.
Aizat FaizMarch 20, 2011
Come early, there are lots of exhibitions, videos and demos to see! Definitely loved my time here. A must place to go if you love computers. Awesome and passionate staff as well.
Dental Arts of Mountain ViewMay 25, 2020
Computer History Museum 6 minutes to the north of Dental Arts of Mountain View
Jim WardJune 19, 2018
Excellent exhibits. I could have spent many hours here, but I unfortunately only had about 2 hours.
WillSeptember 18, 2014
A lot of stuff to enjoy if you like technology. The galleries are explained for all audiences, not only tech experts
Eduardo VieroAugust 17, 2014
There's a lot of tech history inside this place. If you want to know how many of the gadgets you use today was conceived, this is the right place.
Lena KiddAugust 10, 2014
Discount on admission closer to closing (2hours?), but need at least 3 hours to fully see everything without rushing. Also Free wifi available!
S. JohnsonSeptember 1, 2011
"Small but important, this museum is the real deal with almost every artifact of the computing and pre-computing age (make sure you check out their events calendar)"
Pierre NickApril 11, 2015
One of the best museums I've been to. Arrive early! There's a lot to see.
Fast CompanyFebruary 14, 2011
In January, this museum opened R:Evolution, a $19 million exhibit about the first 2,000 years of computing. It includes the first commercially available microprocessor, 1971's Intel 4004.
BasheerMarch 4, 2016
Amazing history. You never get bored here. Very good organized.
Beth HarmonJanuary 4, 2014
Plan for a lot of time here. Also the 1 hour cheat sheet is super helpful in not missing the most important things in this jam packed museum.
Pavel BilenkoMarch 22, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great museum with a great store and exhibition! First place in Silicon Valley to go.
Marvin AndujarAugust 31, 2013
Great museum if you are into computers. It contains the history of computers from beginning until today.
Владимир ВласовDecember 24, 2017
A tour was very cool. But I made a second a lap around the exhibition to overview all the stuff.
Wilhelm FitzpatrickMay 26, 2017
So much great stuff, it would take several hours to see it all!
Dmitry PolyakovMay 31, 2011
It's simply amazing. And huge. Plan for all day, if you are gonna stay and read/watch video exhibits information. For me, one day was not enough.
Fernanda RamírezSeptember 5, 2014
It's a must for every person involved with science, not just for nerds or computer engineers. And the staff is very nice ü
Diana DumbraveanJuly 21, 2013
The Babbage engine exhibition is nice and fun! The guy is really funny.
Plaza ScienceJanuary 30, 2014
Check our photo of Apple Lisa II of Computer History Museum and many more on Plaza Science. Read more
Adam WeinrothJuly 25, 2013
When going through the exhibits, count up the machines and devices you've personally owned - it might be more than you think!
Jason SherronFebruary 26, 2012
Of note: Microsoft is virtually absent in this telling of the story (and software is pretty light in general). I'm biased but still surprised by it.
Ron van ZuylenFebruary 7, 2012
The world's largest history museum for the preservation and presentation of artifacts and stories of the Information Age.
Dong-Hyuk KimApril 5, 2015
Good to see the history of computer. Especially US computer history, not whole world.
Andrew HolowatyJuly 13, 2013
Definitely a must if your in San Francisco. 45 minute drive, you won't regret it!
Noel GreenSeptember 14, 2014
Awesome place. Have some stuff I haven't seen in years. Really fun to walk through.
Brian TamayoAugust 15, 2013
Always have plenty of time to visit all of the exhibit & view the video presentations at each display 👍😃

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