Must See Exhibits for Kids

The iconic climbing tree framed by an all-new colorful mural inside the new Curiosity Grove educational play space.

Young imaginations soar in this colorful, California forest-themed playspace. Open daily, 10 am-4 pm.

Happening Today

Adults, Kids, Members - Philippine Coral Reef
1:30 pm
Adults, Kids, Members - Philippine Coral Reef
11:30 am
Kids - Science Today Station
10:15 am
Adults, Kids, Members - Piazza
11:00 am

Upcoming Events

Academy Diver in Philippine Coral Reef Tank
Wed. Jan. 22nd at 1:30 pm

Watch as a diver plunges into the world's deepest living indoor coral reef exhibit. Daily, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm.

Academy Diver in Philippine Coral Reef Tank
Wed. Jan. 22nd at 11:30 am

Watch as a diver plunges into one of the world's deepest living coral reef tanks. Daily, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm.

Three African Penguins
Sun. Jan. 26th at 10:30 am

Learn about our African penguin colony from an Academy biologist during this member program. Sundays, 10:30 am.

image of globe and three story books
Wed. Jan. 22nd at 10:15 am

An interactive storytime about how humans are connected to each other and the natural world. Daily, 10:15 a.m.

Parent Tips

Indoor and outdoor picnic locations (bring your own food or purchase ours), stroller parking, family restrooms, and more. We do everything we can to make your visit fun and easy.

Birthday Parties

Celebrate your birthday at the Academy with customizable parties designed for children ages 2 – 10.

Birthday cupcakes