California Academy of Sciences Ticket
Explore an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all in one day. Observe an indoor living coral reef with 60,000 live animals across more than 1,000 species. Step inside a lush, four-story rainforest with flying birds, exotic reptiles, amphibians, and more
Highlights
- Explore an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all in one day.
- Observe an indoor living coral reef with 60,000 live animals across more than 1,000 species.
- Step inside a lush, four-story rainforest with flying birds, exotic reptiles, amphibians, and more.
About this experience
Discover the popular California Academy of Sciences, the only place on Earth with an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest and natural history museum all under one living roof. Explore the aquarium’s coral reef, visit African Hall to see a colony of penguins, wander a four‑story rainforest, and investigate hundreds of specimens in the Naturalists Center. Catch a show in the planetarium and enjoy hands‑on exhibits and daily programs. Finish on the living roof with incredible Golden Gate Park views.
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Daytime Admission
Discover the California Academy of Sciences located in the heart of Golden Gate Park where you can experience the only place on Earth with an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all under one living roof. Ticket includes access to all shows, exhibitions, planetarium, and interactive daily programs.
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$37.81
Daytime Admission - Youth (13-18 Years)
Select this option to book for guests aged 13-18 years. Discover the California Academy of Sciences located in the heart of Golden Gate Park where you can experience the only place on Earth with an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all under one living roof. Ticket includes access to all shows, exhibitions, planetarium, and interactive daily programs.
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$34.72
Cancellation and terms
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- No refund within 1 day of travel
Know before you go
Child policy: - Children under 3 years are free of charge. - Children under 13 years must be accompanied by a paying adult. - Children under 4 years are not allowed in the Planetarium. Some Planetarium shows may not be appropriate for children under 7 years. Good to know: - Last admission is one hour before closing time. Check the official website at calacademy.org for the latest opening hours prior to your visit. - Planetarium shows are included, but reservations are required. Upon arrival, look for the signs in the lobby to scan a QR code on your smartphone to make a reservation. View the daily calendar at calacademy.org. - The attraction is wheelchair-accessible.