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Location
Parking
Paid parking available at Balboa Park location (2001 Pan American Plaza); free parking at Gillespie Field annex
Accessibility
Museum Sensory Map, Kid Friendly Social Story, Adult Social Story (PDF), Space Calming Videos available for accessibility support
Best time
Arrive when the museum opens (Saturday morning or weekday opening) to avoid crowds. Reviewers noted good experiences with minimal crowds and plenty of parking availability early in the day.
About San Diego Air & Space Museum
Aviation history exhibits & a gift shop. Popular place with historical aircraft/spacecraft & interactive exhibits, plus a gift shop & grill.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Air & Space Museum
- Location
- Historic Balboa Park, San Diego
- Hours
- 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Highlights
- Aircraft & Spacecraft, Moon Base San Diego, Interactive Simulators, Ripley's Believe It or Not!
What visitors say
We came here on a Saturday morning, shortly after opening. Although a festival was nearby, it wasn't overly packed or unpleasant. My aviation loving kiddo was happy, before walking in, and even more so after. The museum workers not only…
If you like things Air & Space this is a great Museum. Lots of planes both US and foreign, space displays and TONS of information with the displays. We went on a family trip and we all had a great time and there was plenty to do for…
A really cool museum packed with aviation and space history. From early aircraft and historic jets to space exploration exhibits and hands-on simulators, it showcases the inventions and experiments that shaped flight and aerospace…
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Did You Know?
- Visitors can operate the same spacecraft simulator that astronaut Sally Ride used, allowing them to attempt landing a space shuttle
- The museum is located on the arrival flight path for San Diego International Airport, providing opportunities for bonus plane spotting outside the facility
- The museum offers free guided tours led by knowledgeable staff members who provide additional facts and stories beyond the exhibit information
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