San Diego: San Diego Natural History Museum Ticket
West Coast of the United States, San Diego
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San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park
The San Diego Natural History Museum, also known as The Nat, is located in Balboa Park and suits visitors interested in Southern California and Baja California’s natural history on four floors of exhibits.
Highlights
- Discover Washed Ashore, an exhibit transforming ocean debris into large-scale art sculptures.
- Explore millions of years of natural history through engaging exhibits at The Nat.
- Visit the state-of-the-art Paleontology Center to see science in practice.
- Enjoy coffee, pastries, or tacos at The Craft Taco on-site.
- Purchase unique nature-themed gifts at the Gold Leaf gift shop.
Description
The Nat features permanent exhibitions, giant-screen films, a Foucault pendulum, and a calendar of events and activities suitable for all ages. Visitors can observe scientists working in real-time and engage with interactive displays throughout the museum’s four floors.
Current exhibits include:
- Amazement in the Basement: A behind-the-scenes look at the museum’s collections and research, featuring the new Paleontology Center.
- Coast to Cactus in Southern California: An immersive walk through coastal, valley, mountain, and desert regions showcasing local biodiversity.
- Fossil Mysteries: Explore 75 million years of fossil history including dinosaurs, megalodons, and mastodons from Southern California and Baja California.
- Washed Ashore: Ocean trash art sculptures created from debris collected on beaches.
- Living Lab: Meet regional creatures such as scorpions and nocturnal lizards.
- Extraordinary Ideas from Ordinary People: History of citizen science through rare books, art, photographs, and documents.
Includes
General admission to the San Diego Natural History Museum
Important Information
- Check www.sdnhm.org for up-to-date hours, film schedules, construction updates, and parking details.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, plan your visit on weekdays with fewer crowds and bring comfortable walking shoes. Booking tickets in advance is recommended.
