Aquarium, Planetarium, Museum...All Under One Roof in San Francisco
(415) 504-1474
55 Music Concourse Dr
(Golden Gate Park)
San Francisco,
CA
94118
37.77023
-122.466793
Neighborhoods: Golden Gate Park, Northwest
California Academy of Sciences
Last updated 11.07.09
What People Are Saying About California Academy of Sciences
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California Academy of Sciences
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More than your typical San Francisco museum, The California Academy of Sciences is a world-class scientific and cultural institution home to some of the greatest wonders and brightest minds of the world. A planetarium, marine life-filled aquarium, natural history museum and 4-story rainforest can all be explored under one roof. Over 20 million specimens and artifacts fill the library at this Golden Gate Park, 400,000 sqare foot facility where you'll also find a staff of scientists, educators, researchers and scholars. From lectures to night life nature, San Francisco aquarium fun and…
The Editor
Chelsea Sime
Citysearch
For those who think science museums are reserved for third grade field trips and retired seniors, this remarkable space dedicated to biology, astronomy, zoology and ecology will blow your mind. Forget the dust and mothballs and boring text placards that no one ever reads--the academy's new design features an aquarium, planetarium, natural history museum (complete with stuffed gorillas and zebras), self-contained rainforest, living roof and two top-notch dining establishments (a full-service restaurant highlighting sustainable ingredients and an international food court-style cafe) from local…
11/09/09
Very serene and eerie. Cool!
by tanya86 at Citysearch
All I remember from my childhood of this place was a lot of green algae growing in tanks, everywhere!
I went recently and really enjoyed the Living Philippine Coral Reef exhibit.
"The Academy chose to feature a Philippine coral reef because the reef systems in the Philippines are among the most diverse in the world."
Very serene and eerie. Cool!
12/13/08
Great Family Experience
by rickames at Citysearch
A great place to take the family. My kids loved all the exhibits from the Rain Forest to the Ocean. It was a little crowded when we went but that's expected for a Saturday. If you want a good out of town experience with the family then the California Academy of Sciences is a great place to go.
- Pros: Awesome experience with the family
- Cons: A little crowded
The Details on California Academy of Sciences
Save Money:
Get $3 off your ticket by taking Muni or riding your bike to the museum, or come by on the third Wednesday of the month for free admission.
The Extras:
Check the website regularly for a schedule of special events and lectures.
Category:
Museums, Attractions, Aquariums
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More than your typical San Francisco museum, The California Academy of Sciences is a world-class scientific and cultural institution home to some of the greatest wonders and brightest minds of the world. A planetarium, marine life-filled aquarium, natural history museum and 4-story rainforest can all be explored under one roof.
Over 20 million specimens and artifacts fill the library at this Golden Gate Park, 400,000 sqare foot facility where you'll also find a staff of scientists, educators, researchers and scholars. From lectures to night life nature, San Francisco aquarium fun and learning for field trips to exploring the rainforest, adventurers of all ages enjoy the offerings of The California Academy of Sciences.
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