San Diego Natural History Museum

Category: Museum in San Diego, California

Address: 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Phone: +16192323821

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: 10AM–5PM

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–10PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Sapphire Blur

May 15, 2022

went here for a family day.. and it was AMAZING! we're a family consisting of: 2 adults, 1 teenager, and 1 kid, and all 4 of us had lots of fun. this is coming from someone who's out of town/a tourist! 😁 parking was hard to get.. but we managed to get a good spot! it's all about waiting around and driving in circles. as soon as someone leaves their spot, it's taken instantly, which made finding a spot a struggle. we came around 1 pm and we were able to visit the first 3 floors! we missed the 4th & the floor below 1 but that was on us 😁 as we arrived late-ish. it was actually really fun but also very informative! i was totally geeking out and all of the information and animals that were on display! there were lots of other families there scattered around the place, and it was never super crowded in a room. there were lots of things to look at for all ages! no one felt left out. it may take a lot of walking around to look at everything, but, there are lots of benches and seats around. there's also hand sanitizer stations everywhere so use it!! final review: 100000/10, fun for all ages + the whole family, would definitely love to come back soon :^)

Jelena Ciaralli

Feb 24, 2022

So nice! We loved all the exibits. Everything was clean and beautifully designed. Favorite place out of all the places we visited in San Diego!

LULU . LIVE

Feb 7, 2022

A great place to explore and learn. It’s nice to get to know so many things before our lives and what we have currently. It is a great place for weekend no matter for kids or adults.

Ambre

Jan 6, 2022

Super cool museum! They managed to fit so much in a relatively small space. It was clean and very well organized and very interactive.

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Questions & Answers

Can you bring strollers

Polly Bilger | Aug 18, 2018
Bianca Laxton | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, *but*: on free Tuesdays (once a month for this museum), they have stroller parking outside the building and none are allowed in, due to the high number of visitors for that day. They may even do this every Tuesday because the park is so packed on this day of the week; call ahead to find out.

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Wheel chair/mobility scooter accessible?

Kathleen Dunning | Aug 18, 2018
Angel Jimenez | Aug 18, 2018

Yes it is.

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What do I have to do to bring a few speciments to have checked out and maby donated a few things to them

Guadalupe Jara | Aug 17, 2021
richard neuman | Aug 17, 2021

I would phone the Museum to get the right person to speak with.

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K-1 dates for kids

Helen Beck | Aug 18, 2018
Michael Mala | Aug 18, 2018

Not sure.... Give a call to museum.

How much it cost

Kassem Madhoun | Aug 18, 2018
Luis Ochoa | Aug 18, 2018

$10 adult and student 7 with id

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What time it opens and closes

Sonia Johnson | Aug 18, 2018
Richard Musal | Aug 18, 2018

10am-5pm

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I am trying to sell my meteorite the only one ever found in San Diego .I'm very motivated to sell anyone know where?

Conrad Dobbler | Jun 18, 2022
richard neuman | Jul 18, 2022

Maybe try E-Bay or Craigslist

Will you be having summer camp for the kids this summer of 2022?

Norma Barajas | May 19, 2022
Dario Contreras | May 19, 2022

Last I heard from our Education staff, yes

Do you need to show proof of a vaccination to get in on Free Tuesday?

Ellen Shively | Nov 20, 2021
Dan McGowan | Nov 20, 2021

Just masks inside

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Are there rental scooters for handicap

nancy fox | Oct 21, 2021
paul holtzman | Oct 21, 2021

No scooter, but they do offer wheelchairs

Is this attraction free? Or give military discounts?

Ashley Jones | Aug 17, 2021
richard neuman | Aug 17, 2021

First Tuesday of each month is free for SD residents and military. Otherwise there is a discount for seniors and military on other days.

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Theres any day to go by free?

Lorena Salazar | Aug 17, 2020
jeff Shaffer | Aug 17, 2020

1st Tuesday of each month for local San Diego 🏖 residents and any active Military ⚔.

How much is parking

Priscilla Gomez | Aug 17, 2020
Oliver Grandlund | Aug 17, 2020

Free parking in most of Balboa Park

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It's free today? History museum

Virginia Jimenez | Aug 17, 2020
A Janette Perea | Aug 17, 2020

Not today

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Is there an EBT discount? Someone said it's on the website but did not see under pricing.

nailed by Debra “NailedByDebra” | Aug 18, 2019
Daniel Reed | Aug 17, 2020

Yes. https://www.sdnhm.org/visit/ https://www.sdnhm.org/visit/residents-free-days/ https://www.sdnhm.org/ Check the official Website to be certain & current.

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Are there gender neutral restrooms?

Sage Jay | Aug 18, 2019
Jessie Denton | Aug 18, 2019

yes

Are the museum's open tomorrow?

Stacy Hughes | Aug 18, 2019
Patrick Aller | Aug 18, 2019

Yes

What are the showtimes for Wonders of the Arctic 3D and Ocean Oasis?

Maria Gonzalez | Aug 18, 2019
Anna A. | Aug 18, 2019

January 12 and 13: Federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown can enjoy free admission to The Nat in Balboa Park this weekend. To receive free admission for themselves and up to three guests, furloughed employees and contractors must show their federal ID or badge at the Admissions Desk. Theater Schedule 11 AM National Parks Adventure 3D 40 minutes 12 PM Ocean Oasis 2D 40 minutes 1 PM Wonders of the Arctic 3D 25 minutes 1:45 PM National Parks Adventure 3D 40 minutes 2:45 PM Wonders of the Arctic 3D 25 minutes 3:30 PM Ocean Oasis 2D 40 minutes 4:30 PM. Wonders of the Arctic 3D 25 minutes https://www.sdnhm.org/visit/giant-screen-theater/

Will they know if it opens today?

Gabriela López Mendoza | Aug 18, 2019
Devinalexus Marin | Aug 18, 2019

No

Can I use a wagon in the museum?

erin ansley | Aug 18, 2019
Darlene Carnes | Aug 18, 2019

Call them directly

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My DL still doesn’t have my current SD address. Can I use my SDGE bill to get in free on Tuesday?

Veronica G | Aug 18, 2019
Dorothy Carlson | Aug 18, 2019

Call them

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Is it free to enter?

Omar Arredondo | Aug 18, 2019
Chuck | Aug 18, 2019

Local residents have a free day every month...2nd Tuesday i think... got to pay otherwise. Basic admission is $13 for adults

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To the one who can tell me how much they charge the entrance please

Juan Santos | Aug 18, 2019
Luis Huizar | Aug 18, 2019

19.95 per adult and 11.95 for a child from 3 to 17 years old. They accept the Balboa park explorer pass that gives you access to various museums depending on the pass you buy.

How much is admission

Frances McCool | Aug 18, 2018
Leonardo Peres | Aug 18, 2018

Generaly is $15

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Can active duty who get in free bring family from out of town who dont have an ID an get them in free?

Kaylee T | Aug 18, 2018
Michelle Kermode | Aug 18, 2018

Nope. But theres free musems every Tuesday!

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My nine year old son is very interested in and knowledgeable about nature, do you have any programs for kids like him? Like study groups in the outdoors. Trail studies ? Thank you.

Aicha Ennaciri | Aug 18, 2018
Luis Ochoa | Aug 18, 2018

If u kid is interested in peleontology and stuff like that u can ask in receptionist they have classes and also field trip with teachers is fun

My sons are teens, under 18, do they need any ID, like school ID?

NAIROBI M. | Aug 18, 2018
Angel Jimenez | Aug 18, 2018

They might be able to buy cheaper tickets if they provide school id.

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COST FOR TICKETS

SOYBETO2 | Aug 18, 2018
James Peyton | Aug 18, 2018

Adult $19.00 Senior $17.00 Youth 3 to 17 yrs $12.00 Child 2 and under are free and Members are free.

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How much is it to enter

Ricardo Vazquez | Aug 18, 2018
Matt Hutchings | Aug 18, 2018

Check out Go cards as well. Also look at multi museum passes and military discounts.

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Are the dinosaur display still there?

robert cayton | Aug 18, 2018
jonala.carlitos - | Aug 18, 2018

Yes

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How much is admissions for adult and kids?

Johnny CruzJr83 | Aug 18, 2018
Bianca Laxton | Aug 18, 2018

Adult - $19 Senior(62+)  Student / Military(with ID) - $17 Youth (3–17) - $12 Child (2 and under)- FREE Passholders (Explorers, GoCard) - INCLUDED Members are free

Does it cost to get in

Richard Dziezyk | Aug 18, 2018
Bianca Laxton | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, but look up the 'free Tuesday' schedule for Balboa Park. A handful of museums each week are free for SD residents. Granted, those free days are busy so arrive early for the best experience. Special exhibits cost extra.

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