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California Academy of Sciences Kids

Family-friendly exhibits, live science programs, and child-focused activities at San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences.

Science · Nature & environment · Physical place · Parent & educatorAges 2–18Paid admission🌐 1 languages
WebsitePhysical place
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About California Academy of Sciences Kids

The California Academy of Sciences Kids page helps families find Curiosity Grove, the planetarium, animal encounters, sensory storytimes, parent tips, and age-appropriate ways to explore the natural world together.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 2–18. It is available as Website, Physical place and is listed as paid admission. The listed language coverage is English.

Visit and pricing

Address

California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States

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Opening hours
Monday–SaturdayLast entry 4:00 PM
SundayLast entry 4:00 PM
Thursday NightLife21+ with ID

What stands out

  • Combines a natural history museum, aquarium, planetarium, and live programs
  • Includes a dedicated early-childhood play space and family events
  • Publishes parent tips covering restrooms, strollers, and picnic planning
Evaluation detail

How the score is built

Science valueStrong

Families can explore living collections, planetarium content, and natural history exhibits.

Age fitBroad

The page includes Curiosity Grove for young children and programs for older learners.

Family supportStrong

Parent tips and accessible planning information reduce visit friction.

Visit clarityStrong

The official hours page publishes the address, public hours, and planetarium age caveat.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

  • The official hours page notes that planetarium shows may not be appropriate for children under 7 and that children under 4 are not admitted to those shows.
  • Admission is paid, with ticket pricing and closures subject to change.
  • The stored preview shows the official kids page with real exhibit photography and no cookie popup, ad overlay, or placeholder image.
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