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Chabot Space & Science Center

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About This Place

An interactive space and science museum in the Oakland Hills with planetarium shows, real telescopes for stargazing, and hands-on space exhibits. Friday and Saturday night telescope viewings are magical for school-age kids.

Info

Age Range

5-8, 8-12

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Price Level

$$

Best Time

Weekend afternoons, or Friday/Saturday evenings for stargazing

Parking

Free parking lot on site.

Tips

Friday/Saturday evening telescope sessions are free with admission. Great views of the Bay.

Stroller FriendlyChanging StationDining On SiteReservation Needed--

Tags

spacesciencetelescopesplanetariumstem
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Location

Oakland, East BayGet Directions

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