SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) -- People can step into the TARDIS and travel through space and time at the Comic-Con Museum's new "Doctor Who" exhibit, based on the popular BBC sci-fi television series. "Doctor Who" first aired in 1963 and follows the adventures of an extraterrestrial being called the Do ctor who is part of a humanoid species called Time Lords. Lineup released for the 2025 San Diego County Fair Perhaps the most recognizable prop from the show is the TARDIS, which stands for "Time and Relative Dimension(s) in Space." Otherwise known simply as the Doctor's time machine, the TARDIS is in the form of a blue British police box or telephone booth. Starting this Friday, the exhibit "Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder: Where Science Meets Fiction" will take fans behind the scenes and give them a close-up look at props and materials from the show, including the TARDIS. In addition, guests can step into the Monster Vault which features the villains of the show, including the Cybermen and the Weeping Angels. Guests look at the TARDIS time machine. (Phoebe MacKenzie Wellington)The exhibit gives fans an inside look at the costumes and props of the show. (Phoebe MacKenzie Wellington)A look at the alien adversaries in the Monsters Vault. (Phoebe MacKenzie Wellington)The TARDIS time machine is featured in the new exhibit. (Sarner) The exhibit, created in partnership with experts from BBC Studios, consists of eight interactive zones that explore themes like time travel, artificial intelligence and DNA manipulation, according to the museum. "We look forward to fans discovering the science that underpinned the creation of some of their favorite TV moments, and we're delighted to share the 'Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder' exhibition with Whovians in the U.S., in the iconic venue that is Comic-Con Museum," said Stephen Davies, Senior Vice President of Global Licensing for BBC Studios. Tickets can be purchased on the Comic-Con Museum's website or at the door. Tickets cost $30 for adults 18 and over and $12 for children ages 6-12. The cost is $20 for students ages 13-17, seniors 65 and older, and military members. Tickets include admission to the entire museum. ...read more read less