Tickets
There are plenty of ways to enjoy a visit to the California Academy of Sciences - general admission, specialty tours, lectures, sleepovers and more. Ticket types are listed on the right. Live in the area? Consider becoming part of the Academy community with an individual or family membership. Gift tickets and memberships are also available.
Ages 3 and under are free.
During peak periods (see below), a $5 admission surcharge is added to ticket purchases at the door. This surcharge does not apply to tickets purchased online, which are valid any day, including peak periods.
Upcoming Peak Period Days
- May 26 through May 28, 2012
Please note: The Planetarium is very popular and tickets are handed out on a first-come first-served basis due to limited seating. Visit the cart at the planetarium theater to pickup a show pass. In addition, please remember that the show is not appropriate for kids 6 and under, and that children 3 and under are not permitted.
Questions? Call (888) 670-4433. Thank you!
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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


