Museum San Jose Near Me

San Jose Museum of Art Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles The Tech Interactive Institute of Contemporary Art San Jose Japanese American Museum of San Jose Viet Museum San Jose Fire Museum Beyond Van Gogh San Jose History Park New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum Bill's Backyard San Jose Trolley Barn

1. San Jose Museum of Art - San José

· 1157 reviews

110 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113

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San Jose Museum of Art: what do users think?

Rahul Ranjan: It is a must see placd n San jose.Visited on Weekday Wait time Up to 10 min Reservation recommended No …

junliang: It’s not big. Admission is free if you have a student ID. The works on display are very interesting.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait …

Eliana Sterna: VERY small. But funVisited on Weekday Wait time 10–30 min Reservation recommended No …

Dr. Ratnaprabha Surve: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No

Andrew Bennett: Great museum in a very old building near center of downtown area. Other nearby art places as well as many restaurants. Free parking available 4-6 blocks away.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Marsha 909: This is a great museum right in the heart of downtown San Jose. It's not huge. There were installations using various forms of media. A nice museum to pop in while you're in the downtown area.Unfortunately when I visited one of the three exhibition rooms was being set up for the next installation. If you are paying full price for entry, I would maybe check in advance to see how much you will be able to see.

DEE MORALES: Love the museum.....make sure to check if there are exhibits that are closed.....half the museum was closed this visit but they were giving free tickets to come back when everything was reopened in mid June ....you can also get free tickets through the SJPL website if you're a cardholder.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Jyotsna Shukla: It was so beautifulVisited on Weekend …

Luis Ramirez: Very interesting museum it's free for kids adults only pay 15 dollarsVisited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes …

Kelly Chu: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure

Weijie Wu: Not a popular choice among museums in the bay area, but we found it very nice. Great place for a weekend afternoon if you want a quiet place.

2. Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose - San José

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· 3325 reviews

180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110

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Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose: what do users think?

G Mom: Visited on Weekday Wait time 10–30 min Reservation recommended Not sure

Sarah Rose: Wonderful place for small children My son is five.Outside area is the best.Can run and play with the rocks and gravel plus climb.I would recommend bring cars or toys to play in the gravel they only have bowls and shovels.

Deep Kakkar: It's amazing how my son keeps finding new things to explore at Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose! We've been going since he was a toddler, and even now as a 1st grader, there's always something fresh that sparks his curiosity. They have a huge playground too along with a grass field for kids to run around.

Marcela Ma: Awesomeness! This museum is so great, there’s a lot for kids to do from young 2-6 or 7 year old it all depends on the kiddos.I love that there is an outdoor seating area for lunch and an awesome playground and bubble making stationsVisited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Tianli ZHOU: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait

Brahma Raval: AmazingVisited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Any Renendo: I would like them to have indoor parking as a membership benefit.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes …

Nodir Nazarov: My 2y.o. enjoys here, especially with water tablesVisited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

adam latreche: Superb place for children where they can have fun while learning lots of things, I would return with pleasure😀.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Eric Ngo: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure

3. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum - San José

· 2607 reviews

1660 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95191

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Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum: what do users think?

Daniel R: It was great! We were so excited to visit it!Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes …

Oksana Riabichko: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No

Alan L: Fun day, took 3 hours and we were definitely skimming over a bit at the end. Be prepared to spend a good chunk of your day if you want to see it all in depth. Definitely worth going to see.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

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Thomas Louie: Very good place to visit.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Vamsee Yadalam: Keen to spend time knowing the history of Egypt and about reason behind mummification, then do step into this Museum to explore. All the artefacts have detailed write ups for you to know and learn about the significance.Museum is small but you can spend upto 2 hours by going thru the literature and also play the ancient game Senet!Audio guide wasnt available. Had it been there, it would have made the experience even more immersive.

Life Begins With L: I really enjoyed the set up of this museum, it was beautiful. There are a lot of replicas which I struggle with but also totally understand. They had actual mummies here though anf it was very interesting to see the process of this and know the stories behind the remains. I loved the alchemy section of this museum very interesting.Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

David Liu: Was only inside for 10 minutes then had to leave but what I saw was good and had enough exhibits to keep you engaged. Outside are gardens that provided enough trails and space for walks. Parking is free. Ticket price is good. $10 for adults and free for kids six yo or younger.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Chris Bourke: Relatively inexpensive museum full of mostly replicas and smaller artifacts. Okay for an afternoon for the price you pay.Visited on Weekend Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended No …

xzeuslopezx: Beautiful place for a nice stop to learn or enjoy the environmentVisited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

4. San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles - San José

· 160 reviews

520 S First St, San Jose, CA 95113

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San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles: what do users think?

Rebecca Howarth: Fantastic exhibit today!Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Erik Hansen: Small yet spacious gallery spaces, well laid out...friendly staff.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

Eddy G: Quilts and textile art aren’t usually my thing, but this gallery was pretty nice. Actually stood out as one of the better ones on this street for the First Friday Art Walk.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

Laurel Clayson: The highlight of my trip to the Bay Area! It is on the smaller side, but incredibly well curated. I spent over an hour here. Your mileage may vary depending on your level of enthusiasm for textiles. I especially loved "You May Recognize Yourself," a show of mostly monochrome sewn portraits of women seen from the back, made of household textiles of the type that may have historically been found in a dowry, like tablecloths and bed linen. I did indeed recognize myself.Recommend for everyone who enjoys art, textiles, sewing, or crafts.

Leslie Birmingham: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait

Charlene Teets: Cute little Museum, if you sew in any capacity you will appreciate their pieces. They had some really cool pieces especially in the back rooms. They also had a small shop to get some interesting gifts. We found some easy parking on the street but I can imagine that it is difficult at peak times. The front desk person was very kind and approachable.

Jonah Snider: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free

Krista McCracken: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry $6–10

Mark Recob: Great museum. Go see it.

Mike Wilson: This Museum was a wonderful find in downtown San Jose. The museum expanded my viewpoint on how people express themselves. I highly recommend that you made time to visit this museum.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

5. The Tech Interactive - San José

· 3938 reviews

201 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113

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The Tech Interactive: what do users think?

Vamsee Yadalam: Tech Interactive indeed !It is a very fun place where not only kids can enjoy but also adults. It has technology installations and Fun workshops. You can learn a lot by visiting this place. There are workshops such as making plane with several shapes & wings given to you and making one which can go the furthest etcThere are fun installations with motion sensors so the movements done by you , a character on the screen will be doing the same thing. Lot of fun!!

Samantha Cardoso: Visited on Weekday Wait time Up to 10 min Reservation recommended Not sure

Niken Patel: Visited on Public holiday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No

Helen M: Super cool with lots of hands on activities for kidsVisited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Sunny Saini: Have gone since I was a kid. Amazed how they keep it up to date with the latest lessons and technology for children. Easy and valuable time spent with the family.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

Sanjit Mandal: Loved it, great place to take young kids.The IMAX was also very cool w/ 4 movie options too.Can't wait to go back.

Jason S: For a doctor there is nothing more exciting than touring all these amazing plastinated cadavers. The dome iMAX is pretty cool also.Btw the museum also validate your parking tickets. You can find the parking info from their website.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

Vincent Mo: There is so much to do here. You can spend hours and hours and still not get to everything. The IMAX movies rotate so there's always something new to watch too. Really good value for the membership!Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes …

Denis Mukhlynin: Absolutely amazing experience for everyone in a variety of science applications. Imax is cool for sure.Visited on Weekend Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended Not sure …

Irene “MJ” Kim: This is the best museum to visit with children on a rainy day. As an experiential museum, a wide variety of tech activities are possible. All-day parking in the attached parking lot is $5.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes …

Abelardo Gomez: Visited on Weekend

Princess “Cess”: It looks a bit fun since I'm going to this tech museum on March 7 for my class trip so I'll maybe come back to see what my rate is after I went into this museum

6. Institute of Contemporary Art San Jose - San José

· 83 reviews

560 S First St, San Jose, CA 95113

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Institute of Contemporary Art San Jose: what do users think?

Arne Jungnickel: Contemporary local artists. I liked it very much.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

Kathryn Hedges: Visited on Public holiday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free

eulalia garcia: Wonderful gardens ☺️ and the art of how to make one ideas, thank you 🙏

Tam Quach: @1th street in San Jose doơntown.❤️❤️❤️

Adarsh .N: This is a very small museum at downtown San jose. Honestly, couldn't relate to the exhibit that was on display. But the museum is free to visit and the staff is very welcoming. Can combine the visit with the quilts and textiles museum next door.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

Kate Goede: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free

Lee Tourist: Very good SJ MFA students' exhibition when I was there. If you are tight for time, see the ICA and the Museum of Quilts and Textiles nearby and skip the mediocre SJ Museum of Art.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Price for adult entry Free …

Betty Trinh: A great little museum that's free to visit. There are other museums next door, so you can make a day of it.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

Fariba Ghi: Tiny gallery with friendly staff. We enjoyed our time.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure Price for adult entry Free …

Maarten Hofman: The exhibit was small but fun. It was good to see a photograph of the artist at work with actual pieces that were exhibited as well. The interactive room that allowed you to make a painting in the same style was fun too, although the results were rather low retaliation. The other exhibit was fun too. It is strange that they don't charge money.

7. Japanese American Museum of San Jose - San José

· 138 reviews

535 N 5th St, San Jose, CA 95112

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Japanese American Museum of San Jose: what do users think?

Han Nachtrieb: Beautiful gem of a museum.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait …

Cheryl Willis: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes

Bruce S.: Wow, the Japanese American Museum is amazing. Though it's not huge, there's a lot to see. There's information and photos from J-town in the past. The 442nd regimental combat team with their motto "Go For Broke". They were the most decorated combat team in WWll. They rescued "The Lost Battalion" from Texas. There's a lot of information and photos from the internment of Japanese Americans, including a replica of an internment barrack.There was also a Kimono exhibit when I went, but I think that the exhibit is over now.There's also a section on Redress with information and photos.It was very touching to tour the museum and I'd recommend that you visit the museum!!

Regina B (RejB): Great history and fun experience for kid to wear kimono and make paper dolls. Worth checking outVisited on Weekend Wait time Up to 10 min Reservation recommended No …

Ai-Lich Nguyen: and spoke about their family experience in internment camps. It was a very emotional visit for me.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Rosalinda Rodriguez: Great historical museum! It's a moderate size facility with a vast amount of information and authentic displays of American Japanese history. There's a lot to see here so plan accordingly. Docent tours are also available. Beautifully and honorably done!Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

K M: We spent about an hour here looking at the amazing history shared by the museum. We learned more about how Americans has to over come the bias of fellow Americans because they are Asian. The museum did a great job of showcasing the lifes of so many great people.I wish I has taken photos but I was so immersed in learning that I forgot to take pics. But we will be back next time we're in San Jose.Entrance was $16 for two people and we spent about an hour here. There is limited parking on the side of the building and also free street parking. You can park on the street and walk around JapanTown!

Joe San: Clean and nearby JapanTown. The ticket menu says “Military Family Members Free” but should say “Active Duty Military: Free” since only the service member is admitted free, not their family members. Lost a star because of this.Aside from that, the museum is clean, items well described, and well organized. Excellent barracks display and farm equipment display. Heavy emphasis on FDR’s unconstitutional internment of US citizens following the “sneak” attack on Pearl Harbor.They showed case studies of three honorable US citizens of Japanese descent who filed lawsuits but lost their court cases because the FBI hid crucial evidence that they exhibited zero risk to the security of country prior to their internment. Politicians and the media should be doing all they can to prevent any U.S. citizen from being victims of this type of government conduct today.

8. Viet Museum - Spartan Keyes

· 26 reviews

1650 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 95112

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Viet Museum: what do users think?

Harry Jung: This place is worth dropping by.

Seo Yatsushiro: I saw MG Luong‘s patrol cap and the shoulder straps in the museum. He was one of the best generals, and I was honored to serve under his command.

Jerry Nguyen: Awesome to see this and what our people went through and the prices paid in pursuit of freedom. Brought tears to my eyes.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

Aaron Menjivar: Was a fun experience among the other little places to visit in the park, learned a lot of things that I didn't know about those that arrived here during and after the Vietnam war. Great information for school projectsVisited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

Tam Pham: Amazing place to have the history about the boat people of Vietnam. My heart was dropped and my eyes were filled with tears when i saw the real boat, which thousands of people had used to escape Vietnam to find the freedom land. The sad news is half or two third of them couldn't make it, my condolences for those and their family

Trami Nguyen: I love this place!Visited on Public holiday Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Scott Gatze: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure Price for adult entry Free

Zaida Bavaro: It is OK. Didnt stay for long. II am sure others will find it better than I did.

無名: I dropped by and they let me walk around the place but not inside. Older people, friendly but not really any English. They laughed at my few Vietnamese words. I wish I could sit with them and talk story

Khyber Catcott: nice museum

Mei: A small museum that has displays of a lot of props from Vietnam war. Unfortunately most of the descriptions are in Vietnamese only and not translated. The museum also has a small souvenir shop.

Michael Burkhart: Eclectic & colorful account of the Vietnamese peoples who emigrated to California

9. San Jose Fire Museum - San José

· 11 reviews

201 N Market St, San Jose, CA 95110

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San Jose Fire Museum: what do users think?

王叶: Reservation recommended Not sure

Gerry Bell: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry Free

Cole Cameron: Interesting

Dave Ellis: There is really cool old firefighting equipment. Good place to spend an hour or so.

Terry Hicke: Great history & time travel experience. Thumbs Up!!

Valerie Vierra: Awesome museum. Highly recommended. Great history here. Friendly staff.

Diane Bracken: Hidden gem of old firetrucks

10. Beyond Van Gogh San Jose - San José

· 122 reviews

435 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113

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Beyond Van Gogh San Jose: what do users think?

Duane Leverenz: Amazing experience! I hope to go again soon.Visited on Weekday Wait time Up to 10 min Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Josh Dean: Super cool experience. Little more crowded than I had expected. But definitely worth the trip while braving the rain!Visited on Weekend Wait time Up to 10 min Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Marco Rodriguez: Awesome visuals

Lisa Collins: Amazing experience

Andrew St.Martin: Cool way to experience the art of Van Gogh. Like standing in the middle of his paintings.Visited on Weekday Wait time Up to 10 min Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $21–30 …

Cristal Diaz: Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $21–30

Dorinda Grandbois: Photos do not do this justice as the images continually move like brush strokes across the canvas dancing to the soul stirring soundtrack to the dulcet narrative.Visited on Weekday Wait time 10–30 min Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Alejandra Ruiz: Absolutely Beautiful!!! A wonderful experience!!! Loved it!!!!Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Peggy Collins: This was amazing!! Have never experienced anything like it!! WonderfulVisited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Nathalie Vickroy: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes

Darby Mowell: Received these tickets as a gift and it was an amazing experience. I had never felt particularly attached to the work of van Gogh before but this exhibit was truly phenomenal and made me really appreciate his artistic journey and vision. Highly recommend if you can get there.Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes Price for adult entry $31+ …

Aaron Cockerill: Art is amazing. Well worth the visit. Just avoid the coffee stand by Keurig at the end. Coffee is not bad but the hostess will quickly steal any enjoyment or joy you experiences at the exhibit. As a brand ambassador for Keurig she has inspired me to throw my coffee maker in the trash and go back to manual espresso.

11. History Park - Spartan Keyes

· 211 reviews

635 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA 95112

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carmen A: Wait time No wait

Wen Clemnt: Best to visit on a weekend.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure …

Katie Squire: Step into the past and learn more about the Valley of Heart's Delight that predates Silicon Valley. Homes, businesses, infrastructure like the firehouse, schoolhouse, and houses of worship all give the opportunity to appreciate the past. Cultural museums of many of the ethnic groups that helped to shape the community as well as historic artifacts are displayed throughout the park. If you come on a warm day make sure to stop by and visit O'Brien's Candy Store, the first place to serve ice cream west of Detroit. The park abounds with mature trees providing cooling shade, picnic areas, and giving you the ambiance of San Jose of the past. If it is running, take a ride on the trolley a precursor of today's light rail system. A wonderful place to visit for people of all ages.

Spider Events: Visited on Weekend Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended Not sure

kaliador18: . Highlights are the Ng Shing Gung, showing the area’s long ties to Chinese culture & immigration; & the Trolley House, with full sized trolleys & trains at hand!

Dix B: Clean and nice place to have a picnic. Tables everywhereVisited on Weekday Wait time No wait …

꧁༺Richard_Z༻꧂: Almost everything is free during non holidays from free trolley rides to a large trolley barn. The postcards are only 50¢ per card when other shops charge $1. The trolley’s“motorman” has taught me a lot about the history of the trolley. Best park ever!Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Tiana Le: I like how well maintained this park is. It is clean too. Parking is 6 bucks but worth it for the nice and clean environment!

12. New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum - San José

· 146 reviews

21350 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120

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New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum: what do users think?

kaliador18: Must visit!! The local volunteers are, themselves, the biggest reason to come to this small, remote piece of Californiana. Warm, welcoming, enthusiastic story-tellers all, & offering literally first-person, primary-source history, because they were there, & this is their community. Unbelievable just how critical this mining area is to history & heritage. Very family friendly location, coupled to a pleasant back garden available for picnics & scheduled events. Free, donations welcome. Plenty of parking.

yuan hu: fantastic place to visit!Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Peter Gabriel: Don't miss thisVisited on Weekend Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended No …

b c: We love the museum! This displays and exhibits generously share the feeling of a once thriving industry! And all of the luxury which went with it! For my 5 year old, the scavenger hunt and reading/drawing exercises prompted extra engagement. The grounds are beautifully kept and offer a large space for outdoor recreationVisited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Ashourina: Amazing little museum, full of history.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

Douglas Martindale: Memorial for the great Pat Tillman! He made all of us Leland High School alumni proud!! Casa Grande is a beautiful historic building!Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No …

g: Museum just reopened yesterday

Bukola Obafemi: Cool. Saw some really awesome things hre. One time is enough for me,

Daniel Pitts: I visited there on a school fieldtrip, we got to play with the mercury in the large pans full of red powder that rocked back and forth so the mercury would accumulate, that was 53 years ago my how things have changed.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure Price for adult entry Free …

Joyce Smith: This place is great and filled with information and a lot of history. I stayed for a couple of hours.Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No Price for adult entry Free …

Anh Chu: Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Price for adult entry Free

13. Bill's Backyard - San José

· 3 reviews

180 Woz Way Bill's Backyard, San Jose, CA 95110

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14. San Jose Trolley Barn - Spartan Keyes

· 5 reviews

635 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA 95112

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