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Natural History Museum

As one of the 10 largest natural history museums in the entire world, the Natural History Museum within the California Academy of Sciences is a great place to learn about dinosaurs, earthquakes, meteors, and prehistoric life. You can catch a glimpse of the evolution of California plants and animals, and stand next to a skeleton of T. Rex. Classic dioramas let you witness a safari in Africa, and you'll be dazzled by the hundreds of minerals on display in the 200-foot-long Mineral Hall.

Location
The Natural History Museum is located inside the California Academy of Sciences building, 55 Concourse Drive, in Golden Gate Park. Most parking within the park is free, but spaces are limited. Use of alternative forms of transportation is encouraged. Maps of the Academy area can be found at their Web site.

Hours of operation
The museum is open daily, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., with extended summer hours (Memorial Day to Labor Day), 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Admission

Adults	$8.50
Seniors	$5.50
Students (12-17)	$5.50
Children (4-11)	$2.00

Admission is free on the first Wednesday of each month. Children 3 years old and younger are admitted free every day.

This attraction participates in the CityPass discount program, which provides access to five popular San Francisco attractions and a seven-day "Muni passport," valid on Muni vehicles, including cable cars. Cost is $34.84 (adults) and $25.74 (children, ages 3-17). CityPass booklets can be purchased at participating attraction locations or at the CityPass Web site.

Contact information
For more information, call (415) 750-7145. The TDD phone number for the hearing impaired is (415) 386-9440.

Disabled access
A limited number of wheelchairs are available without charge at the museum's main entrance.

Special considerations
Food service is available on the premises in the Academy Café, located on the lower level. Plan ahead, though, because, the Café closes at 4 p.m., which is an hour or two earlier than the museum.

Additional information
Visit the Natural History Museum Web site.

Please note
Cost, hours of operation, or other information about this attraction is subject to change without notice. We suggest you confirm with the attraction prior to your visit.