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The Tech Museum

201 S. Market St, San Jose, CA 95113
408-294-8324
Ranked #5 of 63 attractions in San Jose
4.0 of 5 stars 77 Reviews
Type: Science Museums, Museums
Activities: Hiking
Owner description: An innovative and thoroughly modern museum, "The Tech" is an exploration of technology and how it affects our lives. Four major theme galleries...... more » Owner description: An innovative and thoroughly modern museum, "The Tech" is an exploration of technology and how it affects our lives. Four major theme galleries showcase everything from robotics to earthquakes and satellites to Silicon Valley. « less
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Los Gatos, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Good for kids. The displays are getting a little old and out of date. More

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Los Gatos, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Though this museum is certainly geared toward kids, there's a lot to enjoy for adults, too. The general exhibits mostly remain the same throughout the year, and many of them, such as the earthquake simulator and the space flight chair, I love every time I come. However, they have temporary exhibits that come through (the most recent was on Islamic... More

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Palo Alto, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

My kids wanted to stay a few extra hours -- mixing IMAX and brainMAX at the stimulating exhibits. More

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Mountain View, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

What do you do with preteens!! Well the Tech is one option. My 10 and 12 year olds and I had a lot of fun. It is interesting and engaging. More

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San Jose, CA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Some very interesting exhibits, but in their attempt to show everything tech that happens in Silicon Valley, there is a lack of focus and continuity. More

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Fair Oaks, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Wear comfy shoes, get ready to learn and enjoy and don't forget IMAX movie is included in entry. It's worth it just for that! Long lines for some exhibits but fun to learn about earthquakes, underwater adventures, space and so much more. More

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Pleasanton, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

Outstanding exhibit on positive contributions of Muslim culture to many different aspects of science. Hands on opportunities comparable to SF's Exploratorium. More

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Santa Cruz, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Amazing displays that allow the technically challenged to understand science and innovation. It wasn't only about physical science, but included life sciences as well. Very down to earth and enjoyable for anyone with a curious mind. More

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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

My 11-year-old son is certainly tech-focused. Screens rule! And he was engaged with this museum for a couple of hours. His favorite exhibit was the earthquake simulator, but any exhibit with a screen and interactivity certainly drew him in. We also enjoyed a "real" IMAX movie -- not a feature film shown on an IMAX screen -- and that was... More

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clarksburg
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

would have rather went to a zoo or shopping just a lot of walking. it would be ok if you had children with you. More

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