California Academy of Sciences Admission in San Francisco

Discover aquatic life, tropical birds and butterflies, and natural history at the California Academy of Sciences. Explore hands-on exhibits and daily programs, from animal feedings to pop-up demonstrations. For an after-dark visit with music, choose NightLife admission.

• Explore the planetarium with a separately reserved show pass, subject to limited availability

What's Included

• Museum admission to shows and exhibits, excluding NightLife planetarium passes

Important details

• Children ages 0–2 enter free with daytime admission. Ages 0–17 require a paying adult companion.
• NightLife admission is for ages 21+ only.
• Planetarium shows are for ages 4+ and may not be suitable for children under 7.
• NightLife planetarium passes are not included in the listed price and cost an additional USD 5. Reserve and pay by scanning the code posted in the lobby when you arrive; passes are first-come, first-served.
• Daytime planetarium passes are free but limited and first-come, first-served. Scan the code posted in the lobby on arrival to reserve a showtime.
• Outside food and drinks are not allowed during NightLife. Meals and beverages are not included with either admission option.
• Shows and exhibits may be canceled without advance notice.
• Last daytime admission is at 4 PM. NightLife runs Thursdays from 6–10 PM, with last entry at 9 PM and last rainforest dome admission at 7:30 PM.