Skip the Line: California Academy of Sciences Behind the Scenes Platinum Tour

Skip the line as you visit the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco - the only place on the planet with an aquarium, a planetarium, a natural history museum and a four-story rainforest all under one roof! Experience an intimate and special encounter at the Academy. As this is your pre-paid ticket, you will skip all the massive ticket buying lines.

The Platinum Tour is the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience at the Academy. Get an exclusive, up close and personal look at the world's Greenest Museum. Tour highlights include special access to staff-only areas, interaction with Academy researchers and a private viewing of some of the Academy's secured collections.

Go deep behind the scenes in the Aquarium and learn how water is piped from Ocean Beach, step onto a private viewing deck beyond the living roof terrace and gain VIP access to the Rainforest dome at the end of the tour. Explore the Academy's collection of rare gems and take in breathtaking views of the building from staff-only areas.

With your Platinum pass, you can visit all exhibits as many times as you like, skipping the lines every time! The Platinum Tour also includes a commemorative Academy gift and the confirmed option to attend a Planetarium show.

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Schedule details

Departure Point:

The California Academy of Sciences

Departure Time:

Hours of Operation:
• Monday to Saturday: 9:30 - 5:00pm
• Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
The Academy will remain open until 6:30pm on November 27 - 29, December 21 - 23, December 26 - 30 and January 1 - 3

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• General admission
• Two-hour, behind the scenes, guided tour
• Commemorative Academy gift (DVD or coffee thermal)
• Reserved Planetarium seating
• VIP access to all exhibits

Exclusions:

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Please note that the Platinum Tour is approximately 2 hours. The admission ticket also includes general admission so you can spend the rest of the day exploring earth, ocean and space through the Academy's exhibits and shows both before and after your confirmed tour
• Maximum of 16 people per tour
• The Platinum tour also includes your choice of any Planetarium Show throughout the day.  You will receive a Platinum Tour Lanyard, just show this for VIP access to the Planetarium

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.