Explore earth, ocean, and space - all in one place! The California Academy of Sciences is a world-class research and education facility housed in the world’s largest public green building, designed by award-winning architect Renzo Piano. Topped with a living roof - a 2.5 acre expanse of native California plants, providing a habitat for birds, butterflies and insects - it blends seamlessly into the beautiful landscape of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. Daily interactions with animals, educators, and biologists within immersive, hands-on exhibits offer discovery and wonder for guests of all ages. The Academy will inspire lifelong curiosity and appreciation for the natural world as you experience the depths of a Philippine coral reef, climb into the canopy of a Costa Rican rainforest, and fly to the outer reaches of the Universe. This is the only place on the planet to visit a natural history museum, an aquarium, a planetarium, and a rainforest all in one place!

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