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Bay Area Discovery Museum - STEM Labs

LearnSausalito, North Bay4.7/5

About This Place

Set on 7.5 acres at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge, this museum features research-backed STEM exhibits, daily Maker Labs where kids use 3D printers and laser cutters, and the outdoor Lookout Cove with tide pools and caves.

Info

Age Range

0-2, 2-5, 5-8

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Price Level

$$

Best Time

Weekday mornings, 10am-12pm

Parking

Free parking lot on site. Can fill up by 10am on weekends.

Tips

Arrive at opening for the best Maker Lab experience. Lookout Cove is worth exploring in any weather.

Stroller FriendlyChanging StationDining On SiteReservation Needed--

Tags

museumSTEMmaker-laboutdoortoddler-friendly
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Location

Sausalito, North BayGet Directions

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