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Have questions about bringing your group to the Academy? We're here to help.
(415) 379-8484
We're open 6 – 10 pm tonight for NightLife (21+).
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It’s official: Groups love visiting the Academy. Day or night—and even overnight—we offer a range of engaging and inspiring tours and programs for groups of 10 or more.
The Academy is open every day of the year. See Hours & Admission for holiday hours.
Group Ticket and Tour Prices
Groups of 10 or more paying guests receive discounted tickets when purchasing via a single pre-paid booking.
Discounted General Admission Tickets
$30.56 — Adult (ages 18+, retail price $35.95)
$26.31 — Senior (ages 65+ with ID, retail price $30.95)
$26.31 — Youth (ages 12–17, retail price $30.95)
$26.31 — Student (ages 18+ with student ID, retail price $30.95)
$22.06— Child (ages 4–11, retail price $25.95)
Children ages 3 and under are free
Planetarium, NightLife, and Tours
$5.00 — Planetarium Reservation (daytime shows only)
$12.75 — NightLife (ages 21+, retail price $15.00)
$50.15 — NightLife VIP Tour (ages 21+, retail price $59.00)
Group Visit Guidelines
- Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more paying guests
- All group reservations must be made in advance and require pre-payment
- Member benefits do not apply to group entry
- The entire group must be fully assembled at the time of entry
- Discounted tickets cannot be applied to the purchase of an Academy Membership on the day of your visit
Reserved Planetarium Seats
Although seats for every planetarium show are available free to visitors on a first-come, first-served basis, groups are given the option to pre-reserve show tickets for an additional fee of $5 per person. Reservations available for daytime planetarium shows only.
Please note that children 3 and under are not permitted in planetarium shows.
Pre-Paid Dining Options
Step out of the box and taste the difference. Handcrafted at the Academy Café with locally sourced ingredients, boxed lunches or dining gift cards are great for groups on tight schedules and for trip planners who want to pay for everyone's meals with one form of payment.
Senior Lunch and Admission Package
Groups of 10 or more seniors (age 65+) can enjoy an exclusive lunch package at the Academy. The package includes a pre-selected lunch option with reserved seating, discounted general admission, and a docent engagement experience. Reservations must be made a minimum of 7 business days in advance.
Learn more or schedule your lunch by contacting travelsales@calacademy.org or 415-379-8470.
Birthday parties at the Academy are wild! Celebrate with a party room, cupcakes, priority exhibit access & more.
Take a guided tour behind the scenes of the Steinhart Aquarium or our vast scientific collections.
Join our VIP Tour for an entirely different NightLife experience. Cocktails are, of course, included.
Field trips are available year-round for formal California school groups of students in grades pre-K through 12.
Summer camps and afterschool programs are just some of the youth groups that attend at a discount.
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