Chabot Space & Science Center

Overview

Chabot Space & Science Center is a premier science and astronomy center located in the Redwood Regional Park in Oakland, California. It features interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and telescopes for stargazing.

It is a leading educational facility that promotes science and astronomy through hands-on exhibits and programs.

Science Museum Planetarium

Location

Address

10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, California

Neighborhood: Skyline

Coordinates

37.711900, -122.181000

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$25

Children

$12

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• spring exhibits
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours
• summer camps

autumn

cool

• fall colors
• harvest exhibits

winter

cold

• holiday lights
• indoor exhibits

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs and walking paths

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

entry $20

parking $10

food $15

souvenirs $20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Chabot Space & Science Center App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Event calendar

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe, Observatory deck

Charging Stations: Rest areas, Cafe

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Oakland International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$40 30 min

public_transport

$5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance and educational value

Historical Significance: Important events and educational programs

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning for locals
Best food at back entrance cafe

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe at the visitor center
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Observatory Deck

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Great shot of the city and stars

#ChabotSpace #OaklandViews

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, public spaces

prohibited areas exhibitions, planetarium

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Oakland Museum of California

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Museum

Lake Merritt

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views and educational exhibits"

Contact Information

+1 510-336-7373

info@chabotspace.org

www.chabotspace.org

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