Please complete this form if you're interested in booking a tour for a large group and we'll follow up with you.
Explore the secrets of the Academy as you spend 1-hour behind the scenes learning more about how the museum works—and what it takes to house nearly 46 million specimens.
On your tour, you'll visit our scientific research collections, step into our dazzling gem and mineral vault—not on view to the public!—and make your way up to our Living Roof, where you’ll learn how Academy science is changing the world. Tours are limited to 12 total guests. (Please note: Tour includes stairs and unpaved paths.*) Members, your discount will be applied after login.
What’s included:
- 1-hour guided behind-the-scenes tour
- VIP express entrance to Osher Rainforest and The Shake House earthquake simulator
- Reserved space for a planetarium show
- 10% off shopping and dining
*We can shift the tour route to avoid stairs if needed, no advance notice required.