The Tech Interactive
San Jose · Downtown San Jose · Science
Hands-on science and technology center with an IMAX dome in downtown San Jose.
Good to know: Hours change with the season; check the daily schedule before you go.
Free days
Several unspecified 'Free' days a year (dates not listed). Bank of America Museums on Us (1 free GA), free GA for active/veteran military; last-hour discount
Know before you go
- Admission
Paid: Adults $38; Children 3–17, students, seniors 65+ $28 (includes one educational IMAX film)
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Free days & hours
Several unspecified 'Free' days a year (dates not listed). Bank of America Museums on Us (1 free GA), free GA for active/veteran military; last-hour discount
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Reservations
Buying tickets in advance is recommended
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Hours
Seasonal calendar; hours vary by date (11am–5pm on Sun Oct 4, 2026). Check the daily schedule.
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Closed
Not found on official site; confirm directly
Not confirmed – check with the museum
- Parking
Validated parking $5 at participating downtown garages (e.g., 2nd & San Carlos, 288 S. 2nd St)
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Kids
Hands-on science center; IMAX Dome; changing tables on every floor
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Accessibility
Two free loaner manual wheelchairs; accessible restrooms every floor; 4 wheelchair spaces in IMAX Dome
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
- Address
201 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
✓ Verified on thetech.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
Map location from OpenStreetMap.
Free days, hours and prices change often, and museums close for installations and private events. Always confirm on the museum's own site before you go. Information only; Orca Travel Collection isn't affiliated with these museums.
Information only. Free days, hours and prices change; confirm with each museum before you go. Data: each museum's official website, balboapark.org and OpenStreetMap · Facts checked Oct 4, 2026 · Map © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.