California Academy of Sciences - San Francisco

California Academy of Sciences

• Admission tickets include access to everything at the Academy, all for one price
• Reunite with nearly 40,000 animal favorites, explore two new exhibits, and stoke your curiosity safely with plenty of room to roam

Effective March 10, the vaccination policy will apply to guests as follows:

•  Ages 12+: Proof of full vaccination required; booster shots strongly encouraged but not required.
• Ages 5-11: Full vaccination strongly encouraged but not required.
• Negative COVID-19 tests are no longer accepted as an alternative to proof of full vaccination
• The Academy no longer requires guests to wear a mask indoors, although masks will remain highly encouraged

• Home to nearly 40,000 live animals, representing more than 1000 unique species
• The Planetarium's 75-foot dome displays one of the most accurate digital Universes ever created
• Research collections include specimens from each of the world’s oceans and all seven continents
• Step inside a lush, four-story rainforest that's teeming with life - from free-flying birds to exotic reptiles, amphibians, golden silk orb-weaver spiders, and enormous Amazonian fish that glide overhead

• Children 2 and under and Academy members always visit for free
• Some exhibits will remain temporarily closed for your safety
• Reserve entry to the Planetarium is required in order to facilitate physical distancing. Do this by scanning a QR code with your smartphone at the Academy and selecting an entry time. Please note that entry times and capacity are limited and your first choice may not be available
• Planetarium shows may not be appropriate for children under 7, and we regret that we cannot permit any child under 4
• Some interactive elements within certain exhibits have been disabled or modified for your safety
• The Academy Café is open 9 am-4 pm daily, serving family-friendly favorites in a variety of grab-and-go options, as well as Andytown Coffee drinks
• Guests are welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages
• The Academy Store is open daily, although hours may vary
• Cash is accepted at all points of sale inside the Academy except locker rental, but cashless payments are preferred whenever possible. They accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Apple Pay, and Google Pay
• The Academy is easily accessible via public transit, bicycle, rideshare, or car Transportation & Parking Options Here
• Last entry one hour before closing
• The Academy is open every day of the year, including all federal holidays
• View complete Reopening Info and FAQs here

Once you have made your purchase you will receive an email containing your unique Rush49 voucher(s). You can access your voucher(s) any time with your Rush49 account or via email.

Present your voucher on a mobile device or printout on the day of your visit for admission.

Effective March 10, the vaccination policy will apply to guests as follows:

• Ages 12+: Proof of full vaccination required; booster shots strongly encouraged but not required.
• Ages 5-11: Full vaccination strongly encouraged but not required.

Negative COVID-19 tests are no longer accepted as an alternative to proof of full vaccination.

The Academy no longer requires guests to wear a mask indoors, although masks will remain highly encouraged.

For more information on the Health & Safety policy, click here

Please note: The Academy’s vaccination policy is subject to change as local, state, and federal guidelines continue to evolve.

• Valid only for option purchased 
• Promotional value expires 90 days after purchase
• This deal is non-refundable
• Last entry one hour before closing
• No refunds or exchanges for lost or stolen vouchers
• The Academy is open every day of the year, including all federal holidays
• Valid ID is required for redeeming vouchers and admission
• Not valid for nightlife/night time entry