Suggestions for Museum near Alameda

Jo R. • August 16, 2016UPDATE: Was here last December, didn't have good experience... Contacted the administration was given passes for another visit, an explanation that was reasonable. I look forward to going back!

Duane M. • March 31, 2018Not just a static display. You can take a Bay cruise at this presidential museum.

Kendal C. • August 24, 2016Fantastic museum with a ton of exhibits. Personally loved the history one the most. There's so much content that you definitely have to come multiple times to see everything.

Kate R. • May 14, 2013Gallery sitters love to be sat on.

chris • March 13, 20105 rooms of pinball! I went for a party and my company is having an outing here next month. Great place for a date, or just killing a few hours. Support them!

Angel M. • July 6, 2019A good number of my favorite arcade games including all 80s music playing. Please note that there is a $6.00 for one hour fee or $12.00 for all day. Unlimited playing!! I definitely will return.

Aaron P. • February 24, 2015First time visitor. Planetarium and laser show were very cool. Had sandwiches for lunch and they were surprisingly delicious despite their $10 price tag. On that note, the place was filthy...

Sara C. • January 1, 2016Very quiet. Rich in history & hospitality. There is also a seed lending library!

Jon S. • February 24, 2014They have a cute gift shop.

shinycat • December 10, 2018Clean bathrooms, lots of parking, amazing planetarium

Mortiche W. • June 30, 2017Great for kids/ adults alike, esp for those with SPD. Clay sculpting, tempera paint, 2-3 tables w/ preset crafts you can try and copy, plus a room with magnet tiles and books. $5 per person/3hrs.

Marion R. • February 5, 2018Really great set up with lots of awesome exhibits! The cafe is adorable and the coffee is really well priced for an art museum cafe!

Anton S. • May 3, 2015Get the tea service.

Shivram S. • June 16, 2012Great way to spend the afternoon admiring and learning about art. Wonderful rooftop garden to top it off. Took about 3 hours to get through.

David W. • July 6, 2012The long bench under the plants on the south wall is my favorite spot for enjoying a cappuccino in the sun. The people watching is excellent here too.

Milli P. • November 28, 2016Location!!! Waterfront view! Excellent learning place!

Libby L. • June 18, 2017Small but mighty. Lots of stuff to interest both older and younger kids. Great view of the bay

Benjamin L. • May 13, 2014Definitely a very cool place to check-out if you visit SF!

Kelly • January 18, 2024Small museum with three floors of exhibits that rotate. Definitely worth a visit!

Richard Alexander C. • July 12, 2019Make a reservation for their (free!) guided tour. It's wonderful.

Caroline F. • November 29, 2014Cool museum but too small :( their shop is worth the visit!

Russell Allen E. • August 8, 2014I love that they offer a free day each month. With that said, their rotating featured collections are worth paying for. I like the miniatures also the pottery is beautiful.

kelly f. • June 11, 2013free museum that shows how the cable cars work. interesting and historical. made my ride on a cable car much more memorable once i knew what made it go!

Jonathan C. • June 10, 2015Love this place. My wife takes out daughter here all the time. Who says there aren't things for kids to do in the city?

Victoria S. • March 24, 2012Get the membership! Save money.

lydie t. • January 5, 2010Do not miss their exhibitions, they are always excellent. My children got mesmerized by their exhibition on traditional Jewish Plates. Who could have guessed?

Mike P. • February 21, 2016Great collection of classic game history. Be sure to check out the case of games autographed by their creators.

Jenny M. • October 19, 2012Such a fun, unique SF experience. So many great machines, but the Addams Family game made me smile a lot.

Jenn C. • December 7, 2011Stop by and watch the conservator at work, Wednesday through Friday from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm.