San Diego Air & Space Museum (San Diego)

San Diego Air & Space Museum in San Diego: best for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; $35 adults (12+) · $29 seniors 65+/students/retired military · $22 youth (3–11) · $15 active-duty military · free 2 & under.

Address2001 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101

HoursDaily 10am–4:30pm per the visit page (the museum's FAQ page says 10am–5pm with last ticket at 4:30pm — conflict flagged in the report)

Prices$35 adults (12+) · $29 seniors 65+/students/retired military · $22 youth (3–11) · $15 active-duty military · free 2 & under

Age notesTicket tiers: youth 3–11, adults 12+; ages 2 & under free; active-duty military discounted.

BookingReservation requirement Not confirmed on the official pages fetched.

Suggested timeAbout 2 hours

AccessibilityFree wheelchairs, first-come first-served (official FAQ page).

ParkingBalboa Park parking: meters $2.50/hr and lots $5–$16/day under the park's paid parking program (from Jan 5, 2026, per SDMA's FAQ)

Tickets & bookingSame-day re-entry is allowed with a valid ticket. Residents Free Day: general galleries are free to San Diego County residents, active duty military and dependents, and SD County college students on the second Tuesday of each month EXCEPT December and January (photo ID required; special exhibitions, the 3D/4D Zable Theater and simulators are NOT included, and the Moon Base San Diego exhibit is closed on Resident Free Tuesdays).

AccessibilityThe museum states it is fully wheelchair accessible; wheelchairs are available free on a first-come, first-served basis (ID is held at the Admissions desk while in use). Only service animals are permitted inside.

Age notesChildren under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Guided docent tours run Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10:30 AM-noon depending on docent availability.

Family facilitiesFold-down diaper changing stations are in both the women's and men's restrooms.

Verified perk: Resident Free Day — free admission on the second TuesdayFree admission for San Diego County residents, students, and active-duty military and their dependents on the second Tuesday of each month, except December and January (museum's official visit information).

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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.

San Diego Air & Space Museum — San Diego, California

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