Bay Area School Reservations
All school groups must make a reservation to visit the Aquarium and experience one of our hands-on education programs. Please review the following important information before submitting your Reservation Request Form. Thank you for working with us to make your visit an educational and enjoyable experience!Timeline for reservations for the 2011-2012 school year:
- SFUSD teachers may submit Reservation Request Forms starting August 16, 2011 for classes and tours during the 2011-2012 school year.
- All other Bay Area teachers maybe submit Reservation Request Forms starting September 1, 2011 for classes and tours during the 2011-2012 school year.
NEW! How to make a class or tour reservation for the 2011-2012 school year:
Step #1:Fill out a Reservation Request Form (link to form) in its entirety and submit via e-mail (Mayra@bay.org) or fax (4150623-5324. Reservations via phone are no longer accepted.
Step #2: Reservation Request Forms are accepted on a first come, first served basis. The Education Coordinator will review your form, call you with any questions or conflicts, and then process your request.
Step #3: A confirmation letter will be faxed or e-mailed to you once your request has been confirmed by the Education Coordinator, along with the Aquarium Behavior Agreement. It is important to bring this confirmation letter and signed Behavior Agreement to the Aquarium on the day of your visit. DO NOT assume you have a reservation unless you have been contacted by the Education Coordinator or have received a confirmation letter.
CLICK HERE to download the 2011-2012 Reservation Request Form.
Important Notes About Classes and Tours at the Aquarium
- Each reservation is for a maximum of 35 students, with the exceptions of the Shapes & Colors of the Bay (22 students maximum), Microscope Magic & Plankton Power classes (20 students maximum) and the Behind The Scenes Tour (10 students/chaperones per tour).
- School groups must have one chaperone for every 5 students. Additional chaperones will be charged $10.00 per person for admission.
- Classroom programs and self-guided tours are free to all K-12 Bay Area schools (San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Sonoma, Napa and Solano counties) from mid-September through early June of each school year with a reservation.
- Non-Bay Area schools, Pre-K and after school programs not affiliated with SFUSD, non-local college groups, and summer camps wishing to visit the Aquarium should contact Group Sales to schedule a visit.
- Please note any special circumstances, like your group will need to leave early or additional necessary information, like if you have a child with special needs on your reservation form or when you speak to the Education Coordinator. The more information you provide about your group, the better we can modify the program to meet your needs.
- Please take a minute to read through our Tips for a Successful Visit.
- Availability is limited for our classroom program offerings. Please submit your Reservation Request Form early!
