About
The Balboa Park Explorer Pass is your ticket to the best museums San Diego has to offer! There’s no shortage of things to do and there are always new experiences to enjoy. Learn more about the Explorer Pass options and choose the Pass that’s right for you!
The Explorer Pass program is managed on behalf of the participating museums by the nonprofit Balboa Park Cultural Partnership.
About
The Balboa Park Explorer Pass is your ticket to the best museums San Diego has to offer! There’s no shortage of things to do and there are always new experiences to enjoy. Learn more about the Explorer Pass options and choose the Pass that’s right for you!
The Explorer Pass program is managed on behalf of the participating museums by the nonprofit Balboa Park Cultural Partnership.
Annual Passes
Enjoy general admission to 16 participating museums in the Balboa Park Cultural District for 365 days from the date of purchase. As an Annual Passholder, not only do you save annually on regular admission to the Cultural District museums, you also receive exclusive offers and discounts!
Family – $229 - Up to any 2 adults and up to any 4 children (ages 3-17)
- Passholders don't have to live in the same household.
- Passholders can be added any time, space permitting.
- Additional children $40 each.
Adult (age 18+) – $129
Senior (age 65+) – $99
College Student (with valid College/University ID) – $99
- School name required on file; museums may request school ID to enter.
Youth (ages 3-17) – $99
- Paid adult must accompany Youth Passholder.
Give Vouchers are available for all Annual Pass options. Learn more below.
Please Note: Children under the age of three (3) do not require a ticket to enter any of the participating museums. All individual Passholders must be named. Photo ID required for adults and students. General admission only. Not valid for certain events, special exhibitions, and programs.
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Parkwide Pass
The Parkwide Pass provides one admission to each of the 16 participating museums. Pass is valid for seven (7) consecutive days, beginning with the day of first use. The Parkwide Pass does not provide re-entry across multiple days. Check with the venues for same-day re-entry privileges. Includes one documentary film at the Fleet Science Center’s IMAX dome theater*. Once purchased, the Parkwide Pass will be sent to the email provided at check out.
- Adult (age 12+) - $67
- Youth (age 3-11) - $43
*Major motion picture releases are not included.
Limited Pass
The Limited Pass provides one admission to your choice of up to four (4) participating museums. Pass is valid for one day only, on the day of first use. Includes one documentary film at the Fleet Science Center’s IMAX dome theater*. Once purchased, the Limited Pass will be sent to the email provided at check out.
- Adult (age 12+) - $56
- Youth (age 3-11) - $35
*Major motion picture releases are not included.
Group Sales
Discounts are available on the Limited and Parkwide Passes for groups of 15 or more.
Parkwide Pass Group Rate
- Adult (age 12+) - $58 (Retail price: $67)
- Youth (age 3-11) - $38 (Retail price: $43)
Limited Pass Group Rate
- Adult (age 12+) - $49 (Retail price: $56)
- Youth (age 3-11) - $29 (Retail price: $35)
Contact us at groups@balboapark.org to plan your group visit today!
Please Note: Once we receive your group details at least two weeks prior to your visit, you will receive a proposal for your order. Upon approval, you will receive an invoice to be paid in full via check or credit card one full week prior to your visit. Orders are processed Monday through Friday and may take up to 48 hours once payment is received. Shipping is available for an additional fee. Chaperones are required for groups with children.
Participating Museums
We are proud to provide access to the following museums with the Balboa Park Explorer Pass:
- San Diego Air & Space Museum
- San Diego Automotive Museum
- San Diego History Center
- San Diego Model Railroad Museum
- The San Diego Museum of Art
- San Diego Natural History Museum
- Timken Museum of Art
- The Veterans Museum at Balboa Park
- Worldbeat Center
Visit each museums’s website to see their hours of operation.
Getting Started
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FAQ
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Annual Passes
Enjoy general admission to 16 participating museums in the Balboa Park Cultural District for 365 days from the date of purchase. As an Annual Passholder, not only do you save annually on regular admission to the Cultural District museums, you also receive exclusive offers and discounts!
Family – $229 - Up to any 2 adults and up to any 4 children (ages 3-17)
- Passholders don't have to live in the same household.
- Passholders can be added any time, space permitting.
- Additional children $40 each.
Adult (age 18+) – $129
Senior (age 65+) – $99
College Student (with valid College/University ID) – $99
- School name required on file; museums may request school ID to enter.
Youth (ages 3-17) – $99
- Paid adult must accompany Youth Passholder.
Give Vouchers are available for all Annual Pass options. Learn more below.
Please Note: Children under the age of three (3) do not require a ticket to enter any of the participating museums. All individual Passholders must be named. Photo ID required for adults and students. General admission only. Not valid for certain events, special exhibitions, and programs.
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Parkwide Pass
The Parkwide Pass provides one admission to each of the 16 participating museums. Pass is valid for seven (7) consecutive days, beginning with the day of first use. The Parkwide Pass does not provide re-entry across multiple days. Check with the venues for same-day re-entry privileges. Includes one documentary film at the Fleet Science Center’s IMAX dome theater*. Once purchased, the Parkwide Pass will be sent to the email provided at check out.
- Adult (age 12+) - $67
- Youth (age 3-11) - $43
*Major motion picture releases are not included.
Limited Pass
The Limited Pass provides one admission to your choice of up to four (4) participating museums. Pass is valid for one day only, on the day of first use. Includes one documentary film at the Fleet Science Center’s IMAX dome theater*. Once purchased, the Limited Pass will be sent to the email provided at check out.
- Adult (age 12+) - $56
- Youth (age 3-11) - $35
*Major motion picture releases are not included.
Group Sales
Discounts are available on the Limited and Parkwide Passes for groups of 15 or more.
Parkwide Pass Group Rate
- Adult (age 12+) - $58 (Retail price: $67)
- Youth (age 3-11) - $38 (Retail price: $43)
Limited Pass Group Rate
- Adult (age 12+) - $49 (Retail price: $56)
- Youth (age 3-11) - $29 (Retail price: $35)
Contact us at groups@balboapark.org to plan your group visit today!
Please Note: Once we receive your group details at least two weeks prior to your visit, you will receive a proposal for your order. Upon approval, you will receive an invoice to be paid in full via check or credit card one full week prior to your visit. Orders are processed Monday through Friday and may take up to 48 hours once payment is received. Shipping is available for an additional fee. Chaperones are required for groups with children.
Participating Museums
We are proud to provide access to the following museums with the Balboa Park Explorer Pass:
- San Diego Air & Space Museum
- San Diego Automotive Museum
- San Diego History Center
- San Diego Model Railroad Museum
- The San Diego Museum of Art
- San Diego Natural History Museum
- Timken Museum of Art
- The Veterans Museum at Balboa Park
- Worldbeat Center
Visit each museums’s website to see their hours of operation.
Getting Started
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FAQ
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