When you visit The Nat, you support our mission to conserve nature through science and discovery. Open 10 AM-5 PM daily. Getting ready to visit? Plan ahead here.
Explore four floors of exhibitions, see a film on the giant screen theater, take a peek into our research collection of more than 8 million specimens, and more!
Adult : $24
Senior (62+), Student, Military (with ID) : $20
Youth (3-17) : $14
Kick off your weekend with us! On select Fridays, the Museum is open until 10 PM. Enjoy access to all exhibits, pop-up programming, and our rooftop for food and drinks—all for half-price admission between 5-10 PM! Learn more.
Adult: $12
Senior (62+), Student, Military (with ID): $10
Youth (3-17): $7
Children 2 and under are free. Balboa Park Explorer and GoCard pass holders receive free admission. Online tickets may be purchased up to one month in advance. General admission includes access to exhibitions and films in the giant screen theater. The escort for a visitor with disabilities is entitled to free admission—more information. An adult must accompany youth 15 and under.
Enjoy your visit, and please remember our community guidelines: All who share this space are expected to treat others with respect and dignity. Anyone whose conduct is disruptive, abusive, harassing, or soliciting may be asked to leave.
Join The Nat as a member and enjoy NATastic benefits while helping keep nature healthy in Southern California and the Baja California Peninsula.