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Chabot Space & Science Center: Traveler Reviews

10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
510-336-7373
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Ranked #10 of 42 attractions in Oakland
Type: Science Museums, Observatories/ Planetariums
Traveler Description: Surround yourself with dazzling sights of the universe at Chabot Space and Science Center, located in the Oakland hills, just 10 minutes from... more »
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San Francisco, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Visit to Chabot”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

Directions off of Hiway 13 well marked. Parking ample and within easy walking distance of the main building. Everyone was friendly. Lots of clean bathrooms. Great place for young kids in view of the number of "hands on" exhibits and lot of things to do with children. For adults the astronomical telescopes located in three seperate domes are guite impressive. "Walter" gave us a great tour of the telescopes and we were able to view Venus. Allow at least several hours to tour the buildings - especially with children who are allowed to "touch, handle and feel" most of the exhibits. Great for a family outing.

Visited November 2012
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San Ramon, California
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57 reviews 57 reviews
33 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Fun day to explore!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012

Great place for a day of exploring. Wonderful place for kids. They even do birthday parties & sleepovers for large groups. My kids enjoyed this place a number of times over the last few years. They movies are interesting & are changed pretty often. Great place for a school field trip!

Visited April 2012
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Rancho Cordova, California
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24 reviews 24 reviews
20 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Best in the evening”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 10, 2012

Very informative, fun for kids. Go in the evenings when you can look through the telescopes. Good price for everything they offer, but we became bored and were disappointed to not be able to use the telescopes.

Visited August 2012
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Concord, California
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“Every month!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 5, 2012

Wow, this is a great place to take kids of any age. So much to see, and experence. Wonderful view of the bay.

Visited June 2012
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San Ramon, California
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11 attraction reviews
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“Great for Kids”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2012

Great place to take your kids or grandkids. A little out-of-the-way, but worth the trip.

Visited February 2012
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