- 10 upcoming events
- 1788 El Prado, San Diego, California 92101
- Opened 1933
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10 upcoming events
Candlelight – The Best of Hans ZimmerNov 14, 2026 · In 28 daysfrom $112.80Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons TributeNov 21, 2026 · In 35 daysfrom $132.00Candlelight – Tribute to MetallicaDec 3, 2026 · In 47 daysfrom $110.40Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine DragonsDec 6, 2026 · In 50 daysfrom $132.00Candlelight – The Best of Hans ZimmerDec 6, 2026 · In 50 daysfrom $132.00Candlelight – The Best of Hans ZimmerJan 16, 2027from $132.00Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine DragonsJan 30, 2027from $112.80Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine DragonsFeb 12, 2027from $132.00Candlelight – Tribute to Coldplay and Imagine DragonFeb 27, 2027from $297.00
Getting there
Around San Diego Natural History Museum:
- Balboa Park Miniature Railroad Station (train) · 900 ft · about 5 min walk
- 8 bus stops within 0.3 miles
- 34 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles
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Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Good to know
What's on at San Diego Natural History Museum this week?
Nothing in the next 7 days. The next event is Candlelight – The Best of Hans Zimmer (Sat, Nov 14).
What other names has San Diego Natural History Museum had?
It has also been known as sdnhm.org and The Nat.
How do I get to San Diego Natural History Museum by public transit?
The closest stop is Balboa Park Miniature Railroad Station (train), 900 ft away, about 5 min walk. There are 8 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
Is there parking near San Diego Natural History Museum?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 34 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.