San Francisco NightLife at California Academy of Sciences
Experience San Francisco's NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences with exclusive exhibits, cocktails, and a planetarium show in a vibrant 21+ event.
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Important Information
- • Wheelchair accessible
- • Minimum age for admission is 21 years, valid picture ID required at check-in
- • Public transportation options are available nearby
- • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
- • Planetarium reservations are assigned upon arrival
Experience the vibrant NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, where science meets nightlife in an exclusive 21+ event. This unique experience offers a blend of education and entertainment, featuring an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all under one roof. Enjoy priority access to popular exhibits, sip on complimentary cocktails, and savor light hors d’oeuvres while exploring dazzling geology specimens. With live DJs, ambiance lighting, and nearly 60,000 live animals, your evening promises to be both enlightening and exhilarating. Don't miss the chance to discover behind-the-scenes research collections and enjoy a planetarium show. Book your NightLife experience now and immerse yourself in a world where science and fun collide.
Pros
- Enjoy exclusive access to private exhibits
- Savor complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
- Explore hands-on exhibits with unique themes
- Experience expedited entry to popular exhibits
- Relax with a planetarium show
- Discover behind-the-scenes research collections
Includes
- Priority entrance to Osher Rainforest and The Shake House
- 2 complimentary cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the Academy’s research collections with a guided tour
- Admission to NightLife at California Academy of Sciences
- Private bar in the Gems and Minerals Unearthed exhibit
- 10% discount at the Café and retail stores
- Complimentary tickets to a planetarium show
- Digital scavenger hunt of the Academy's exhibits
Excludes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transportation
FAQ
- • What Is the Minimum Age Requirement?
You must be 21 years or older with a valid, physical photo ID to attend NightLife.
- • When Should I Arrive for the Event?
Please arrive between 6-7 pm and check in at the VIP Tour Cart in the lobby.
- • Are Planetarium Reservations Required?
Yes, planetarium reservations are assigned upon arrival. Arrive and check in together with your group.
- • Is the Venue Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available at the Coat Check on a first-come, first-served basis.
- • Can I Use Flash Photography?
Flash photography is not allowed during the NightLife event.
Tour Highlights
- • Enjoy exclusive access to private exhibits
- • Savor complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
- • Explore hands-on exhibits with unique themes
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