California Science Center Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the California Science Center. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, this is the best tour available right now:

• Museum Row Tour: Space, Dinosaurs, & Sports at Exposition Park

General admission to the California Science Center is free, and you don’t need a reservation to explore the museum’s permanent exhibits. Temporary exhibits and attractions require paid tickets, such as the IMAX movie theater. To visit the museum on a guided tour of LA’s Exposition Park, expect to pay from US$35.

Yes, it’s best to book IMAX movie tickets online before visiting the California Science Center; movies are only shown at select times each day, so buying your tickets in advance guarantees that you’ll get the showtime you want. However, there’s also a box office on-site if you’d like to try buying tickets on the day.

The California Science Center is open daily from 10am to 5pm, while the box office operates from 9:30am to 4pm. The museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. Hours for IMAX movies and special exhibits vary, so check the website for the most up-to-date information.

No, the California Science Center does not offer guided tours. However, many exhibits include live demonstrations from staff members, as well as written guides and interactive displays. If you’d prefer to visit the museum with a guide, you may be able to see it on a tour of Exposition Park’s many attractions.

The California Science Center is a short walk from the Expo Park/USC station along the Metro E line, which runs east to west between downtown LA and Santa Monica. If you’d rather drive, you can park in any of the paid lots in Exposition Park.