Embark on a science adventure when you visit the world's only aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum - all under one living roof! And to make it as easy as possible, this ticket includes instant access, meaning you don't have to go to a separate kiosk to redeem your ticket — just present it at the California Academy of Science's entrance and be on your way.
IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE:
Please check the website link that can be found in your voucher for the latest information before your visit.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Instant-access admission to the California Academy of Sciences
✖ Formal tour
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Gratuities (not required)
Departure & Return
Departure:
55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
California Academy of Sciences
Explore hands-on exhibits as you stroll beneath the bones of some of the planet's largest inhabitants. Meet the charismatic African penguin colony while a biologist feeds them and answers your questions, be dazzled by nearly 400 dazzling specimens from the Academy's renowned geology collection, keep your balance in an earthquake simulator, and more.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Steinhart Aquarium
Celebrating 100 years in 2023! Home to nearly 60,000 live animals, representing more than 1,000 unique species, you can experience one of the most biologically diverse and interactive aquariums. Plunge into the world's deepest living indoor coral reef, encounter over a dozen species in the Venom exhibit, and descend into the little-known “Twilight Zone” to learn about the diverse marine life of the pitch-black sea.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Morrison Planetarium
The 75-foot planetarium dome screen will immerse you inside cutting-edge visualizations and hyper-realistic virtual environments. From faraway galaxies to the working of our own planet, zoom through the cosmos like never before. There are three different shows you can choose to view with a brand new show coming Fall 2023! Planetarium show passes are included in the price of admission and can be reserved at the planetarium pass pick-up desk across from the planetarium entrance.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Osher Rainforest at the California Academy of Sciences
Step inside a glass dome filled with a lush four-story rainforest teeming with over 1,600 plants and animals. Mingle with free-flying birds and butterflies to exotic reptiles, golden-silk orb weaver spiders, enormous Amazonian fish, and more. At each stage of the journey, you'll come face-to-face with some of the incredible animals that call these forests home.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Planetarium passes are free and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. When you arrive at the Academy, scan the QR code posted in the lobby to reserve a showtime. Please note that shows may not be appropriate for children under 7, and children under 4 are not permitted.
• Sustainable, grab-and-go food and drinks are available for purchase at the Academy Café and Terrace Restaurant
