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- Visit the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco for a distinct experience featuring science exhibits, holiday cheer, and over 60,000 fascinating animals.
- The California Academy offers an unparalleled adventure where you can explore an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all under one roof.
- Join us at ‘Tis the Season for Science to enjoy adorable baby reindeer, live performances, snowy activities, and festive programming suitable for every age group.
- Discover more than 60,000 incredible creatures including vibrant coral reefs, playful penguins, and exotic rainforest birds at this renowned institution.
- Experience California’s rich biodiversity through California: State of Nature—an interactive exhibit showcasing the state's diverse ecosystems.
Your Experience
Experience beautiful moments at the California Academy of Sciences, where you can twirl under falling snow or meet adorable baby reindeer. Every moment is filled with wonder and cheer.
Getting Started
Show your ticket at the entrance to begin exploring the California Academy of Sciences.
The California Academy of Sciences offers a fascinating blend of experiences that highlight diverse ecosystems and planetary evolution, sparking wonder and discovery.
- 'Tis the Season for Science: Enjoy close encounters with baby reindeer, camels, and yaks. Don't miss live performances featuring music, dance, and magic!
- Steinhart Aquarium: Discover jellyfish, tropical fish, penguins, and other marine life in their natural habitats.
- Osher Rainforest: Explore this vibrant area filled with butterflies, birds, and exotic plants from around the world.
- Morrison Planetarium: Learn about our planet and solar system through an engaging trip to the planetarium.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Gain access during daytime or nighttime hours at the California Academy of Sciences
- Explore all exhibits and presentations, featuring 'Tis the Season for Science' included
- Personal expenses
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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You'll explore science, nature, and holiday cheer with unique exhibits that combine an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum for a distinctive adventure. Celebrate ‘Tis the Season for Science featuring baby reindeer, live performances, snowy fun, and festive programming.
'Tis the Season for Science is in full swing with adorable baby reindeer, camels, yaks, and engaging live performances including music, dance, and magic. Snowy fun adds to the festive holiday programming.
Meet over 60,000 incredible creatures such as colorful coral reefs, playful penguins, exotic rainforest birds, baby reindeer, camels, and yaks. The Steinhart Aquarium also offers an opportunity to meet jellyfish.
California: State of Nature is an interactive exhibit that explores the state's diverse ecosystems through its bold and beautiful biodiversity.
The experience is wheelchair accessible. However, children under 4 years old are not permitted inside the Planetarium.
Your ticket grants you daytime or nighttime entry to all exhibits and shows at the California Academy of Sciences, including 'Tis the Season for Science events.
Personal expenses are not covered by your ticket. Everything else included will enhance your visit to explore science and nature at this unique venue.
Upon arrival, show your ticket at the entrance to gain access and begin exploring all that the California Academy of Sciences has to offer.
The combination of an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum under one roof offers a singular science adventure unlike any other.
'Tis the Season for Science provides festive fun with live performances featuring music, dance, magic, snowy experiences, and adorable baby reindeer to enjoy during your visit.
This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Children under 4 years of age are not permitted inside the Planetarium.
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