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This Native American Heritage Month, discover the age-old, ecologically important tradition of cultural burning with the North Fork Mono Tribe. The California Academy of Sciences is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to regenerate the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration.
Learn about the fascinating role of color in the natural world, compare fossils of our early human relatives, and marvel at one-of-a-kind specimens from the Academy's record-breaking scientific collections—all while strolling beneath the bones of some of the planet's largest inhabitants.
We’re an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park—and a powerful voice for biodiversity research and exploration, environmental education, and sustainability across the globe.
Explore the world from the heart of San Francisco at the only aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum under one living roof. Your Academy adventure starts here. See what's on, get transportation tips, and browse know-before-you-go info.
Buy Tickets. Your Academy adventure starts here! Bundle Academy admission with 3 more top SF attractions and save 46% with San Francisco CityPASS®. Visit for free all year long by becoming a member. Discounted admission is available at the ticket window for EBT/CalFresh, WIC, Lifeline Pass, and Medi-Cal cardholders.
Since 1923, Steinhart Aquarium has developed a colorful history of firsts. From becoming the first public aquarium to display flashlight fish and coconut octopuses to advancing exploration of the ocean’s mysterious “twilight zone,” innovation and scientific excellence are in our DNA.
See below for detailed information on museum, exhibit, and special holiday hours. Last entry is always one hour before closing. We look forward to seeing you soon!
BigPicture: Natural World Photography. Grand Prize winner: The Forest of the Monarchs by Jaime Rojo. Embark on a visual odyssey of the year's best nature, wildlife, and conservation photography—now open daily.
Located in the heart of San Francisco in beautiful Golden Gate Park, the Academy is easily accessible via public transit, bicycle, rideshare, or car. We encourage sustainable transportation whenever possible.
Now home to Steinhart Aquarium, Morrison Planetarium, and the Kimball Natural History Museum—as well as world class research and education departments—the Academy's mission is to regenerate the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration.