Exploratorium, East Bay Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from East Bay, take the I-80 W towards San Francisco. Merge onto the Bay Bridge (I-80 W) and pay the toll fee (currently $7 for a standard vehicle). Once across the bridge, continue straight to merge onto the I-280 S. Take the exit for the Embarcadero and follow the signs to Pier 15. The Exploratorium is located at Pier 15 Embarcadero at Green St. There is limited street parking available nearby, and there are also parking garages such as the Embarcadero Center Garage that charge around $5-$10 per hour.

• BART

  For public transportation, board a BART train at any East Bay station (e.g., Oakland or Berkeley) heading towards San Francisco/Daly City. Get off at the Embarcadero station. From the station, exit and walk towards the waterfront. The walk to the Exploratorium at Pier 15 will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Follow the signs towards the Ferry Building and continue walking along the Embarcadero waterfront until you reach Pier 15. BART tickets typically cost between $4-$10 depending on your starting location.

• Ferry

  If you prefer a scenic route, consider taking a ferry from Oakland or Alameda to San Francisco. Check the schedule and purchase tickets at the ferry terminal. Once you arrive at the Ferry Building in San Francisco, you can walk along the Embarcadero for about 15 minutes to reach the Exploratorium at Pier 15. Ferry tickets cost about $7-$10 one way.

• Bus

  You can also use AC Transit buses from various locations in the East Bay. Look for buses that connect to the Transbay Terminal in San Francisco. Once at the Transbay Terminal, you can catch Muni buses or streetcars heading towards the Embarcadero. Make sure to check the AC Transit website for specific routes and schedules. The bus fare is typically around $2.50.