Do I need to print my ticket?

No. Mobile tickets are accepted at the entrance, so your booking confirmation on your smartphone is all you need.

Are planetarium shows included in the ticket price?

Yes, planetarium shows are included with your daytime admission. However, you do need to reserve a specific show time on arrival — look for the QR code reservation signs in the lobby.

Is the California Academy of Sciences wheelchair-accessible?

Yes, the attraction is fully wheelchair-accessible throughout.

Can children visit the planetarium?

Children under 4 years are not permitted in the planetarium. Some shows may not be suitable for children under 7 — check the daily calendar at calacademy.org before your visit.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours can vary, so check the latest times at calacademy.org before you visit. Note that last admission is one hour before closing time.

Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?

Children under 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Children under 3 enter free of charge.

California Academy of Sciences Ticket

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Duration

4 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Full daytime admission to all permanent exhibits

Aquarium including the living coral reef

Four-storey indoor rainforest

African Hall and penguin colony

Naturalists Center

Planetarium shows (reservation required on arrival)

Access to the living roof with Golden Gate Park views

Not included

Special evening or ticketed events not covered by standard daytime admission

Food and beverages

Planetarium show reservations (made on arrival — no additional cost)

How to redeem

55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA, USA

Head to the main entrance on Music Concourse Drive in Golden Gate Park and present your mobile or printed ticket to gain entry. For planetarium shows, look for QR code reservation signs in the main lobby on arrival.

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What to bring

Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
Smartphone for planetarium show QR code reservation

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Group sizeIndividuals, couples, and families welcome

AccessibilityFully wheelchair-accessible

Ticket typeDate-only — choose your visit day at booking

California Academy of Sciences Ticket

California Academy of Sciences Ticket

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