Explore your world from the heart of Golden Gate Park.
Public Hours
Monday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday NightLife (21+): 6–10 p.m.
Member Hours
Tuesday: 8:30–9:30 a.m.
Sunday: 10–11 a.m.
OPEN DAILY
Our annual exhibition of the year's best nature photography transports you to where life is lush, unusual is beautiful, and animals inspire us to be more human.
You are here. So is nature. In a colorful, captivating new exhibition, discover how California’s iconic ecosystems are connected to each other—and to you.
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MULTIPLE TIMES DAILY
Are you a penguin person? Alligator admirer? Coral reef connoisseur? Plan your visit around animal feedings and demonstrations, scheduled throughout the day.
Wonder what our animals get up to once the sun goes down? Find out at the Academy's weekly event that illuminates the unusual intersection of art and science.
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 | 6:30–9 P.M.
Dash into the Academy for an enchanting evening of festive fun, including face painting, cookie decorating, and naming our two visiting baby reindeer!
Keep up with your favorite creatures by visiting for free all year long—and support our research, education, and access initiatives while you're at it.
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We're open daily this holiday! View holiday hours