When planning an itinerary for a tour 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, Japanese and Korean.
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Group Tour Guidelines
The Academy provides these guidelines for group tours:
- 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.
Directions
Tour Group Pricing |
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For details on tour group pricing, both for General Admission and Specialty Tickets, please contact:
Travel Industry Sales
415-379-5210
toursales@calacademy.org
School Groups |
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If you're an educator looking to book a student field trip, please note that the Academy will begin accepting reservations Sept. 22 for dates beginning in January, 2009.
School Group Reservations
415-379-8000 reservations@calacademy.org
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.
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