Tickets
Explore an aquarium, planetarium, natural history museum, and rainforest— all under one living roof. From general admission to NightLife, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a visit to the California Academy of Sciences.
Museum Tickets
General Admission
Your ticket includes access to all museum and aquarium exhibits, planetarium shows, and a wide range of daily programs.
Live in the area? Consider becoming a member and visit as often as you like all year.
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| Adult | $29.95 |
| Senior (ages 65 and over) | $24.95 |
| Student | $24.95 |
| Youth (ages 12-17) | $24.95 |
| Child (ages 4-11) | $19.95 |
| Ages 3 and under | FREE |
| Group Tickets | Details |
General Admission Tickets are subject to a $5 peak period surcharge on select dates.
Academy Tours
Dive deeper by adding a guided tour to your General Admission ticket.
Behind-the-Scenes Tours Details & Tickets
$24.95 Adult or Child (ages 8+), plus General Admission
$19.95 Member Adult or Child (ages 8+)
NightLife
Your ticket includes admission to a specific NightLife event.
| Buy Tickets | |
| Adult (21 and over) Details | $12 |
| Member (21 and over) | $10 |
| NightLife VIP Tour Details | $59 |
San Francisco CityPassSave 44% off admission to California Academy of Sciences, plus 4 more top San Francisco attractions: 7-day MUNI Passport, Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise, Exploratorium, Monterey Bay Aquarium OR Aquarium of the Bay. You’ll skip most ticket lines, too. Adult: $84 (value $149) Child (5-11): $59 (value $112) CityPASS is valid for nine days beginning the first day of booklet use. Purchase booklets or printable vouchers at citypass.com or at the California Academy of Sciences box office for the same low price.
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Go San Francisco CardWith the Go San Francisco Card, you'll get access to over 57 attractions.
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Tickets are non-refundable and valid for one-time use within a period of one year, starting the day they're purchased. They expire one year from the last day of the month in which they were purchased.
Tickets may be applied toward an Academy membership when you visit. Learn More
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