When planning an itinerary for a group, the California Academy of Sciences is at the top of the list for must-sees.
It’s already being recognized worldwide for its innovative and sustainable design and for the scope and quality of its breathtaking exhibits.
An Essential Destination for Those Traveling in Large Groups
The newest and largest cultural attraction in San Francisco, the Academy is the only place on the planet that brings together a natural history museum, an aquarium, a planetarium and a 4-story rainforest under one living roof. It’s the perfect venue for large groups because there’s certain to be something of interest for everyone.
Attractions include the world’s deepest coral reef exhibit, the most advanced digital Universe ever created, a one-of-a-kind Living Roof with 2.5 planted acres, hundreds of engaging and interactive exhibits, thousands of live animals, and literally millions of scientific specimens and rare fossils.
Catering to Individual Visitors and Tour Groups Alike
Upon arriving at the Academy, tour groups will be greeted by guest services ambassadors. Group members will be offered maps of the Academy in their native languages. They’ll also be given the option of renting audio tours or taking one of our docent-led, behind-the-scenes specialty tours.
Languages currently supported include English, Spanish, Mandarin, French, German, Italian, and Japanese.
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Deep Dive Tour
The Deep Dive tour is a behind-the-scenes exploration of either the building’s green features and the life support systems at the new Academy or the museum’s research and natural history collections. All tours are led by staff and highly trained docents who are there to provide in-depth explanations of what we do and how we do it. For more information contact Travel Industry Sales at (415) 379-5176 or email toursales@calacademy.org.
Academy and King Tut Combination Group Tickets
 | Groups of 10 or more can purchase tickets for a visit to the Academy and then explore the Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibition at the de Young Museum, located directly across from the Academy. Combination tickets are available Tuesday – Thursday, October 1, 2009 – March 26, 2010, excluding the third Wednesday of each month. Pricing: To order: |
Group Visit Guidelines
The Academy provides these guidelines for groups:
- Group rates are available for groups of 15 or more.
- We provide timed ticketing at a separate entry for groups.
- The entire group must be present at the time scheduled for your visit.
- Group rates are available daily. However, there may be some restrictions and blackout dates. Those dates will be provided upon your request.
- All group reservations must be made in advance and require pre-payment.
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Group Pricing & Details |
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For tickets, please download the following Pricing Details and Forms for your completion:
Youth Group Terms & Conditions »
Travel Industry Sales
(415) 379-5210
toursales@calacademy.org
See What's Inside |
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For a sneak peek into what’s inside the Academy watch this video.
SYTA Members |
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If you are a member of SYTA (Student Youth Travel Association), please contact our SYTA Specialist below for exciting details and special offers!
Tammie Herold Wallace
Manager Travel Industry Sales
(415) 379-5885 (phone)
(415) 379-5753 (fax)
theroldwallace@calacademy.org
School Groups |
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Field trips at school group rates have been filled for academic year 2009-2010. However, school groups may continue to reserve tickets at a discounted general admission rate offered to groups by Travel Industry Sales.
Email your request to toursales@calacademy.org or call (415) 379-5176 to reserve your school group visit to the Academy.
To find a museum activity or scavenger hunt with a focused learning objective, browse through our Lesson Plan Database.
Host an Event |
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With 12 stunning settings to choose from, the Academy can produce anything from cocktail parties to elegant seated dinners.
For large-scale extravaganzas accommodating up to 3,000 guests, the Academy will take reservations for the entire museum.
Learn how to plan an event »
