Hours & Admission
The Academy is open 365 days a year!
Explore this page for detailed information on ticket prices, museum hours, and current and upcoming closures. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Museum hours
Public hours
Monday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m–5 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday NightLife (21+ with ID): 6–10 p.m.
Last museum entry is always one hour before closing.
Members-only hours
Tuesday: 8:30–9:30 a.m.
Sunday: 10–11 a.m.
Osher Rainforest hours
Monday–Saturday: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Thursday NightLife (21+ with ID): 6–7:30 p.m. (last entry 7:30 p.m.)
Morrison Planetarium showtimes
Reservations required; view Daily Calendar for schedule
Please note that planetarium shows may not be appropriate for children under 7, and we regret that we cannot permit any child under 4.
Admission and ticketing
Daytime Admission tickets include access to everything at the Academy, all for one price.
New! Anytime Admission allows you to visit anytime within the next year and includes skip-the-line admission at Morrison Planetarium, Osher Rainforest, and the Shake House.
Anytime Admission (all ages): $59.00
Adult (19+): $49.00/$55.00 peak
Youth (13–18): $45.00/$49.00 peak
Child (3–12): $39.00/$45.00
Ages 2 and under: Free
Please note: Peak pricing applies during spring break, summer months, holiday weekends, and November and December holiday periods.
Upcoming closures
The following exhibits, programs, and spaces will be unavailable on the dates indicated. We regret any inconvenience.
- No closures at this time
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