Top California Museum Tickets & Passes - page 2

Uncover San Francisco’s haunted history on this thrilling ghost-hunting tour, complete with your own EMF detector. Explore eerie alleys, historic neighborhoods, and infamous sites like Gold Rush cemeteries and Chinatown’s old red-light district, while hearing chilling tales of paranormal activity, murders, and mysterious deaths. Perfect for thrill-seekers, this tour blends ghost stories with true crime and the city’s darker past.

Enjoy the special opportunity to explore the only publicly accessible battleship on the West Coast—and learn all about its wealth of history—when you book advance tickets to the USS Iowa. Active since 1943, the ship has seen conflicts from World War II to the Korean War. With the accompanying mobile app, you’ll hear stories from soldiers and veterans about wartime life, and will have multimedia accompaniments to your excursion. Upgrade your experience to include guided tours of exclusive areas.

The American Bookbinders Museum in San Francisco invites visitors to explore the rich history and craft of bookbinding. Open Tuesday through Saturday, this unique museum showcases hand-binding tools from the 1600s to the industrial machines of the 1800s. Engage with self-guided and audio tours, featuring interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that enhance your understanding of book creation. Discover special rotating exhibits like 'Design for a Modern Century,' reflecting the influence of Art Deco on book arts. This museum is perfect for book lovers and history enthusiasts looking to appreciate the art of bookmaking.

Discover one of the largest torture museums in the United States. Explore the museum with an audio guide and learn about the terrible history of punishment, torture, and executions from humanity's darkest times. Enter the 5000 -square-foot exhibition and get your audio guide from the greeter. (available in English and Spanish) Follow the guide's instructions to learn about the hundreds of examples of torture, interrogation, restraint, and execution devices. Explore the museum at your own pace, seeing a variety of grisly instruments of torture and execution from throughout human history. Gain a greater understanding of how the devices worked by viewing the wax sculptures depicting executioners and victims. While you explore the museum, you can also participate in the thrilling Ghost Hunting Experience by downloading the app.

Step into a world of magic and mystery at the upgraded Museum of Illusions in Hollywood! With an entirely new collection of 3D Illusions, your visit will be more immersive, sharp, and captivating than ever before. Get ready to embark on an African Safari, rock the stage with some of the music industry’s most incredible acts, walk the edge of a skyscraper in a daring escape, steal treasure from a fearsome dragon, and walk the red carpet at a Hollywood film premiere — all in one visit! With the help of top artists from around the world, the museum has been transformed into an extraordinary experience that will leave you breathless.

The Alcatraz Island Tour offers a unique glimpse into the historic former prison, accessible via a scenic ferry ride from Pier 33 in San Francisco. This package includes admission to Alcatraz Island and an award-winning 45-minute audio tour of the prison, providing insights into the lives of infamous inmates and the prison's storied past. Visitors can explore the island at their own pace, allowing ample time to absorb the rich history and stunning views of the San Francisco skyline. This tour is a must for history buffs and those seeking a deeper understanding of one of America’s most notorious landmarks.

The Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard gets packed with tourists pretty often, since its home to the Academy Awards, as well as other popular award ceremonies. Prebook this Dolby Theatre tour and guarantee your visit with an included admission ticket. Your guide takes you to secret celebrity hot spots inside the theatre, and you can also step on stage if there’s no scheduled show that day.

Unlike a typical garden visit, Summer Nights at Filoli offers rare after-hours access to a historic estate and world-class garden. Enjoy golden hour views, live acoustic music, local food trucks, and sunset hikes—all with fewer crowds and a relaxed, festival-style vibe. It’s a midweek escape that blends natural beauty, culture, and community in one unforgettable evening.

“There is nothing like this anywhere!“ Step into San Francisco's Ultimate Weird House, dubbed "the most unusual house in the city, if not the universe" by the San Francisco Chronicle. Embark on a psychedelic odyssey through nine curious installations, where Alice in Wonderland meets 1001 Arabian Nights in a whirlwind of art and imagination. This "connectatorium," offers a globetrotting, time-traveling journey of self-discovery unlike any other experience in the city. Expect an adventure filled with sensory overload and surprises behind every magical door. Are you ready to look inside?

The Sloomoo Institute in Los Angeles offers a unique slime adventure perfect for all ages! Guests enjoy a trip to the DIY Bar to create their own 8 oz slime, choosing from over 40 colors, 60 fragrances, and 120 charms. Explore interactive attractions like the Slimey Mirrors, Lake Sloomoo with 350 gallons of slime, and augmented reality Sloomooscapes. With sensory experiences and surprises around every corner, it's a day filled with creativity and fun.

• Explore the Getty Centre with your free pre-reserved ticket and an audio tour through its highlights - all in one WeGoTrip app • Enjoy marvellous architecture and breathtaking views of Los Angeles and Santa Monica • Hear the stories behind everlasting masterpieces from the Ancient World to the present • See iconic paintings by Vincent van Gogh, Paul Cezanne, Claude Monet, Edgar Degas and many more • Feel like you're in the Palace of Versailles, walking through opulent recreated interiors

Travel to Southern California’s Catalina Island by boat, and solve your transit logistics in advance, when you prebook this one-way departure ferry service aboard the Catalina Express. Depart from San Pedro in Los Angeles, and enjoy views of the Pacific during the journey. The ferry conveniently drops you in the town of Avalon, the main town on the island, which is home to shops, restaurants, hotels, activities and more.

Step into the spotlight at Madame Tussauds Hollywood, where you can get up close to more than 125 lifelike wax figures of your favorite celebrities, from movie stars to action heroes. Upgrade to the 7D Robot Riot game for an action-packed adventure, making this the ultimate Hollywood experience.

This is a unique tour package to visit both the Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge! For the Alcatraz tour, you will first take a short ferry ride from Pier 33 to the Alcatraz Island, where you can walk around the Island freely at your own pace and follow a 45-minutes award-winning audio tour in multiple languages of the Alcatraz Prison Cellhouse. You can hop on to any returning ferry when you are finish touring the Alcatraz Island. For the San Francisco Bay Cruise Tour, it will start near Pier 39 where just a short walk from Pier 33 Alcatraz Landing. During this 60-minute Bay Cruise Tour, you will tour around the Alcatraz Island and under the famous Golden Gate Bridge, where you will enjoy breathtaking views of San Francisco and its bay! Tips: You can do the Bay Cruise Tour before the Alcatraz Tour, or on a different date! There are multiple departures daily and your Bay Cruise voucher is valid for any date, any departure time.

Explore the legacy of the U.S. Navy SEALs at the Navy SEAL Museum in San Diego, where history comes alive. This museum, situated near the historic Embarcadero, presents authentic artifacts and exhibits that highlight the valor and dedication of these elite warriors. Discover the rich heritage of SEAL Team One, formed in Coronado, and understand the profound impact of their operations across land, sea, and air. A visit to this unique museum not only honors their commitment but also deepens your connection to the local community of retired SEALs and Special Warfare personnel.

Enjoy a new way to experience one of San Francisco's premier attractions when you book after-dark tickets to the Exploratorium, available exclusively on Thursday evenings. After regular visiting hours end, the Exploratorium turns into an adults-only destination for intellectual discovery. Visitors aged 18 and older can dance, mingle, and explore while sipping on cocktails (own expense, aged 21+ only) and discovering the museum's interactive exhibitions.

Opt for this Palm Springs windmill tour, and try something a little different from your typical celebrity homes or San Andreas Fault tours you’d usually do in Palm Springs. This self-driving windmill tour allows you to explore the evolution of wind turbines on a private wind farm from the comfort of your own vehicle. The tour allows you to exit at each stop and guides you with a curated app with audio.

Learn about American history, especially early California history, while exploring the haunted house of Thomas Whaley. This self-guided tour transports you back to the 1800s and lasts around 30 minutes. Docents are available to answer questions. Don’t get too scared in America’s most haunted house. Entry is direct with this ticket, no exchange needed.

Filoli is an unforgettable estate experience just outside San Francisco. Wander through 16 acres of vibrant formal gardens, explore a grand 54,000-sqft Georgian mansion, and discover miles of scenic nature trails where Dambo's giant Troll, Rose Wonders will be nestled in Filoli's Natural Lands. Originally built in 1917, Filoli offers a rare blend of cultivated beauty and wild landscape, now amplified by this incredible outdoor exhibition. It’s a perfect day out for all ages—where families can reconnect, kids can explore, and friends can roam. Enjoy a Garden Pop™ or sip a curated cocktail from one of Filoli’s seasonal pop-up bars. This historical California landscape bridges art, nature, and sustainability.

Save money on some of San Francisco’s top attractions, with a flexible pass to two, three, four, or five landmarks or experiences. Choose your favorite activities from more than 25 options, including cruises, tours, bike rentals, and museum outings. Plus, use the handy digital guide to help you independently navigate the Bay Area at your own pace.

Discover a world of wonder and exploration with the California Academy of Sciences Ticket in San Francisco, an unforgettable experience for travelers of all ages. This all-in-one attraction brings together an aquarium, planetarium, natural history museum, and living rainforest under one innovative roof. Walk through a four-story tropical rainforest filled with butterflies and birds, come face to face with sharks and vibrant marine life, and enjoy fascinating planetarium shows that take you on a journey through space. Interactive exhibits make science fun and engaging, while the iconic living roof and location in Golden Gate Park add to the experience. Perfect for families, science lovers, and curious explorers, this ticket offers a full day of discovery, learning, and excitement. Book now and experience one of San Francisco’s most inspiring attractions.

This is the official Alcatraz prison tour that gives you access ON the island and INSIDE the building cellblocks with the award-winning audio tour in multiple languages. You will get to experience all of the interesting parts of the Alcatraz Island and the stories behind. A 15 minutes ferry ride will take you from Pier 33 to the island in the middle of the San Francisco Bay, and when you are done with the Alcatraz tour, you can take any ferry back to the pier. It's definitely the one tour you don't want to miss when visiting San Francisco! What's better? This tour includes a bonus San Francisco Bay Tour - a cruise tour that takes you around the Alcatraz Island and under the famous Golden Gate Bridge in just 60 minutes! Tour starts near Pier 39 which is within walking distance from the Alcatraz Pier at Pier 33, and there are multiple departures daily so you could use it basically on any day, at any departure time! Don't miss your chance to experience the best San Francisco Bay tours!

Pair science with San Francisco nightlife and you have NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences. Prebooking your admission ticket is the perfect, child-free way to explore the museum after hours. Make your way inside and enjoy a lively venue of music, provocative science, and exhibits. Each special program changes weekly and is well worth exploring.

Step into the Giant’s House in Hollywood! Built to scale for giants, this unique house features rooms that are larger than life, with furniture and fixtures that are fit for a giant’s every need. Wander through the place and admire the intricate details that make this WonderWalk attraction so special. Have you ever wondered what the world’s most enormous soda can looks like, or whether you could play with a toy built for King Kong? At the Giant’s House, you’ll finally see what it’s like to be 50 feet tall and experience the world from a brand new perspective.