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California Academy of Sciences
Science Museum, Planetarium, and Aquarium
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from SF Weekly and SFist
"Every Thursday night: DJs, geeky lectures, and drinks... oh my!"(37 Tips)
"A beautiful aquarium along with the tropical rainforest tour."(36 Tips)
"The planetarium and butterfly exhibit where our favorites."(15 Tips)
"Be sure to visit the Planetarium & the Living Roof!"(11 Tips)
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Rebecca MorehiserFebruary 1, 2010I hear it's amazing. I love the idea of a "living roof" and my boyfriend is a fool for planetariums. So it's on the radar. Read more
Go to the California Academy of Sciences and first check out the gigantic indoor greenhouse. Next visit the aquariums in the basement. Finally get some great snacks in the cafeteria.
Awesome place to visit whether you're flying solo or have companions!
sam tripodiMarch 13, 2009The Planetarium! Go early on a weekday. Don't go on a school holiday. When you arrive, go directly to the Planetarium and get your pass for the show.
Thatgal JillDecember 14, 2013Have an older child? Check out the new Jr. Scientist your with exploration tool backpack.
Max BAugust 12, 2009The anti-deYoung, it is much easier to visit the California Academy of Sciences. The Rainforest exhibit and planetarium were the most impressive of the lot.
Jackie LeeDecember 22, 2011The third Wednesday of the month is free! Grab a friend and head on over if you can!
- find the vertical circular window on the aquarium, stand in the middle of it with your arms and legs stretched out in a SKA dancing pose, and have a friend take your photograph.
SFkids.orgFebruary 3, 2011Highlights: planetarium, rainforest, aquarium, living roof, and lots more!
Anna KhandruevaFebruary 13, 2012Holy admission prices batman! Cool place but be prepared to shell out fifty bucks for 1 adult and 1 young child!
NapoleonJune 7, 2010Free cell phone tour: call (415) 294-3602. If you see this sign, enter the number in the red square and the # (pound) sign to learn more about the item.
Nathan KamMarch 5, 2011Experience a little Hawaii at the Academy March 5, 6, 12 & 13. Special activities, live music, and much more. http://calacademy.org/hawaii
Ask questions! Everyone at the academy are so nice and are happy to tell you more about anything there!
Dress in layers you can take off. The tropical rainforest room is going to be *warm*
Laura CNovember 17, 2011Nightlife at Calif. Academy of Sciences on Thursday nights (adults only / bars / djs).
KyleJanuary 27, 2013Haven't been to a Planetarium show narrated by Benjamin Bratt in at least, like, three months
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California Academy of Sciences
55 Music Concourse Dr (at Martin Luther King Jr Dr)
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States
At: Golden Gate Park
Explore a coral reef, the Amazon and outer space—all in one day. Only at the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park.
Closed until 9:30 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 9:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
(415) 379-8000
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