Lawrence Hall of Science
Berkeley · Berkeley · Science
UC Berkeley's hands-on science center in the hills above campus, with a planetarium and bay views.
Good to know: 3D Theater closed through Fri, Oct 9, 2026; café closed. Some spaces may close in hot weather.
Free days
No public free day listed. Free for Museums for All (EBT), WIC, active-duty military, UC Berkeley students/staff
Know before you go
- Admission
Paid: Ages 3+ $27; 2 and under free; planetarium/3D theater +$6
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- Free days & hours
No public free day listed. Free for Museums for All (EBT), WIC, active-duty military, UC Berkeley students/staff
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- Reservations
Reserving ahead is encouraged, not required
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- Hours
Wed–Sun 10am–5pm; Animal Discovery Zone 11am–4pm
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- Closed
Mondays and Tuesdays. 3D Theater closed Sep 28–Oct 9, 2026; café closed; some spaces may close in heat (no A/C).
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- Parking
On-site lots on both sides of Centennial Drive (fee not captured); UC shuttles weekdays
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- Kids
Hands-on science center for all ages; Animal Discovery Zone
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- Accessibility
All exhibition and public spaces and restrooms wheelchair accessible
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- Address
1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA 94720
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