• A photo that says "see what's in our drawers." There are different bugs laid out around the text including a large black and blue butterfly.

Explorer Pass

For the dozens of museums, performance venues, special events, classes, and tours, each institution is independently run and has their own admission and pricing. But, the Explorer Pass gets you access to everything.

Explorer Pass

Individual Tickets

Individual Museum, Performance, and Event tickets can be purchased from the sponsoring organization. Visit the Event Calendar or Explore the Park to connect with the event or organization you are looking for.

San Diego Zoo

Balboa Park's most famous attraction is the world-renowned San Diego Zoo—home to more than 4,000 rare and fascinating animals! With animal encounters and interactive experiences, it's a great place for family fun and gathering friends.

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Go City San Diego Pass

Save up to 50% off admission to San Diego bucket list attractions- including the Zoo! One price, one pass, and everything you need, right there on your phone.

Simply choose where you want to go, show your pass, and you’re all set.

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Not ready to buy tickets? That’s ok. Playgrounds, dog parks, fountains, trails, gardens, architecture, history, statues, and public artwork are all available to experience on a daily basis, free of charge.

  • See 75 million years in one day. An orange dinosaur is on one side and a green dinosaur is on the other side. The Nat logo is on the bottom.
  • Pink poster that says "We put the eek in Geek." A black beetle is at the bottom of the photo along with the Nat logo