California Academy of Sciences

Explore an aquarium, planetarium, and natural history museum - all under one living roof. Come nose-to-beak with penguins and parrots, climb into the canopy of a living rainforest, and get an astronaut's view of your home planet. From the depths of a Philippine coral reef to the outer reaches of the universe, it's all inside the California Academy of Sciences.

CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES ADMISSION USING CITYPASS INCLUDES:

HOW TO ENTER WITH YOUR CITYPASS TICKET:

Present booklet at the regular admission gate; you’ll skip the ticket office line. Exchange your e-ticket at the main ticket office, then proceed to the regular admission line.

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Cal Academey free on third Wednesday of each month

The Academy is free to the public on the third Wednesday of each ... (read more)

California Academy extended holiday hours

Visitors to the California Academy of Sciences can enjoy the aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and other exhibits until 6:30 pm on November 27 - 29, December 21 - 23 and 26 ... (read more)

The Living Roof

An open-air observation terrace will enable visitors to get a close-up look at the roof’s lush canopy of plants. The view will encompass the densest concentration of native wildflowers in ... (read more)

Daily Events

Penguin Feeding Daily at 10:30 am & 3:30 pm. The Academy’s African penguins are always especially animated during meal time. Watch the birds dip and dive in their new tank ... (read more)

Northern California Coast

The 100,000-gallon Northern California Coast tank replicates the habitats of the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. A walkway along the surface allows visitors to smell the seawater and ... (read more)

Philippine Coral Reef

At a depth of 25 feet and holding 212,000 gallons of water, the Philippine Coral Reef is one of the deepest exhibits of live corals in the world. It houses ... (read more)

Water Planet

The Water Planet exhibit is designed to be infinitely flexible. Dozens of tanks, from five to 5,000 gallons in size, contain an ever-changing variety of fish, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and ... (read more)

The Swamp

A returning favorite from the original Steinhart Aquarium, the Swamp contains two American alligators — one of which is albino — and several alligator snapping turtles. Visitors can view the ... (read more)

African Hall

This hall of majestic dioramas first opened in 1934, giving visitors an in-depth look into Africa's diverse ecosystems. It has been faithfully recreated in the new building, but with some ... (read more)

Islands of Evolution

This exhibit explores the remote islands of Madagascar and the Galapagos through the eyes of Academy scientists. Examine specimens collected during past expeditions, such as Galapagos tortoise shells and Darwin's ... (read more)

Altered State: Climate Change in California

The Altered State exhibit explores the dangerous effects of climate change on California's natural habitats and on the planet at large. Measure the impact of everyday decisions on a carbon ... (read more)

Science in Action: Beyond the Headlines

This interactive exhibit allows visitors to go beyond the headlines and gain in-depth information about recent scientific discoveries around the world. Live talks by Academy scientists, multimedia displays, computer stations, ... (read more)

Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy Rainforest is teeming with 1,600 live animals - including 600 free-flying birds and butterflies, 100 exotic reptiles and amphibians, and a cave full of bats. There's also 100,000 ... (read more)

Bugs! 3D Show

A remarkable foray into the fascinating world of insects, this 22-minute feature was filmed on location in the tropical forests of Borneo. Using immersive 3D technology, the film follows the ... (read more)

Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show

In the new Morrison’s second show, travel through time and space to experience the dramatic lives and deaths of stars. Witness brilliant supernova explosions, dive into the heart of the ... (read more)

California Academy capacity limitations

Your California Academy of Sciences ticket is valid for general admission and includes access to museum exhibits, the aquarium, rainforest, planetarium, natural history museum and the living roof. Please note ... (read more)