The Tech Interactive
4.4(4,053)4.4 out of 5 stars, 4053 reviews Sunnyvale, CA
About The Tech Interactive
The Tech Interactive offers a unique blend of interactive science exhibits and an impressive IMAX dome theater, making it a highly engaging destination for families. The focus on hands-on learning and exploration appeals to both children and adults, ensuring an educational yet entertaining experience.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a fun and educational outingParents wanting to engage their children's curiosity in science and technologyIdeal for children aged 5-12, with some exhibits suitable for older kids and adultsYounger children may find certain exhibits like Body Worlds a bit scary
Why families love it
- Interactive exhibits that encourage play and experimentation
- Massive IMAX dome theater featuring educational films
- Clean and spacious environment with plenty of anti-bacterial lotion stations
- Special exhibits like Body Worlds that are both informative and engaging
- Dream Garden exhibit that allows full-body animation interaction
- Educational and entertaining IMAX documentaries
Insider tips
- Visit during the week or early on weekends to avoid crowds
- Take advantage of the free one-time IMAX admission included with museum tickets
- Plan to spend a few hours to fully explore the exhibits
Good to know before you go
- Avoid peak weekend hours to reduce wait times and crowding
- Skip the Body Worlds exhibit if your child is easily frightened
- Can get crowded, especially on weekends
- Some exhibits may be too intense for very young children
- Crowds
- Busy on weekends, especially late morning to afternoon
- Value
- Admission prices vary, but include free IMAX access with museum tickets. The value is high compared to other local attractions, especially given the educational content and interactive nature of the exhibits.
- Food
- A healthy cafe is available at the entrance for snacks and meals
- Accessibility
- Facilities are generally accessible for special needs visitors
- Safety
- Clean facilities with ample anti-bacterial lotion stations
What parents say
"We had great time here. The whole experience was very enjoyable and fun for both kids and adults. There are many cool exhibitions. My personal favorite was the new exhibit, Dream Garden, where we got to play with the animation with our whole body. The IMAX dome theater is also a must-visit even though you already get a free one-time admission when purchasing the tickets to the museum. We love the Blue Whale documentary. Very educational and entertaining!"
4 months ago
"Best tech museum in Silicon Valley for kids. Probably the most well respected tech museum for kids with a sublime imax done theater which is one of a kind. Best to go during the week or early on weekends. It can get quite crowded. Parking is easy with plenty of massive parking lots nearby and the museum validates it so parking is almost free. A nice healthy cafe at the entrance. Plenty of clean toilets. A clean museum for kids with anti bacterial lotions spread throughout and wide clean spaces. The exhibits are very kid friendly and encourages them to play with it and experiment and engage"
4 months ago
"If you are in downtown San Jose, take the opportunity to visit the interactive museum. You can spend a few hours and have fun, even better if you are with your children, as it is guaranteed fun."
3 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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