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Visit the world-famous Natural History Museum in Balboa Park!

1788 El Prado
San Diego, A C 92101

Phone: (619) 232-3821
32.804895, -117.149705

Dog-Friendly: No    Kid-Friendly: Yes

NOTE: This museum is free to all San Diego residents the first Tuesday of every month.

Hours: 10am-5pm daily

 

CHECK OUT OUR GUIDE ON ALL THE HIDDEN GEMS IN BALBOA PARK FOR AN AMAZING DAY TRIP!

The San Diego Natural History Museum traces its roots to an enthusiastic group of amateur naturalists, who formed the San Diego Society of Natural History in 1874.

The San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park was formed 1874 by a group of enthusiastic naturalists.Mission

To interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of Baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.

Our Purpose

* To emphasize this unique and diverse region while maintaining a global perspective;
* To collect and preserve scientific specimens for research and as a continuous record of the changing world for future generations;
* To serve as a center for the scientific study of biological diversity and evolution;
* To provide dynamic leadership in natural history and environmental education through exhibits, publications, and educational programs, striving to make this outreach relevant to all the people of the San Diego region;
* To foster cooperative efforts in natural history research and education throughout our region.

While you’re in the area, make sure to visit the Museum of Man nearby!

The San Diego Natural History Museum will be the premier collections-based environmental education and natural history research resource in our region. We will provide programs that are timely, user-friendly, and relevant to the real-life needs of the diverse populations of the San Diego-Baja California region today and tomorrow.

Personal Experience: All of the museums in Balboa Park are such a treat to visit.  Non-holiday weekdays are probably best to visit if you can to avoid the crowds. 

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