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California Academy of Sciences NightLife Admission Ticket

4.32San Francisco

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Calling all creatures of the night: explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. Featuring nearly 60,000 live animals, special programming, and outdoor bars, embrace the unexpected on Thursday nights with your choice of two tour options: Standard NightLife: Experience the event at your own pace with entry to the museum after hours, featuring a new theme each week with live DJs and access to nocturnal exhibit displays. NightLife Plus: Enjoy an amplified evening with access to a private exhibit area with two free drinks and light bites surrounded by dazzling geology specimens. Take advantage of an expert-led behind-the-scenes tour, receive expedited entry to some of the Academy's most popular exhibits, treat yourself with discounts on dining and shopping, and sit back and relax in a planetarium show.

  • Nightlife music and entertainment - program changes weekly
  • NightLife Plus: 2 Cocktails, Light Hors d'oeuvres, Planetarium Show (If option is selected)
  • All exhibits and shows (subject to availability)
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Food and drinks (available for purchase, cash bars)
  • Not included: Planetarium show tickets (additional $7) - unless NightLife Plus is selected))
  • Not included: NightLife Plus Ticket (If option is not selected)

California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr, Golden Gate Park, United States

  1. Enjoy after-hours entry to the California Academy of Sciences at NightLife, every Thursdays from 6-10 pm. This weekly event for guests aged 21+ features all of the Academy’s exhibits, music, cocktails, and a weekly scientific theme!

  2. Morrison Planetarium is the largest all-digital dome in the world. With a state-of-the art projector, visitors have an unparalleled view of the universe. NOTE: Passes to planetarium shows are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

  3. California Academy of Sciences is located in Golden Gate Park

Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Public transportation options are available nearby Suitable for all physical fitness levels Minimum age for admission is 21 years. Valid, physical photo ID required at check-in, no exceptions. Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available at the Coat Check on a first-come, first served basis. The interactive map includes a sensory guide for guests with noise, visual, touch, and smell sensitivities. Planetarium passes are required for planetarium shows during NightLife. Tickets do sell out quickly, to guarantee a spot reserve your planetarium show passes (additional $5) in advance at tickets.calacademy.org/nlpl/ or by scanning the QR code in the lobby as soon as you arrive. Reservations are first-come, first served. Last entry into the rainforest dome is 7:30pm. All food and drink must be enjoyed in the Academy Café or outdoors.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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