Balboa Park, the cultural heart of San Diego, offers a unique opportunity for residents to explore its world-class museums without the usual admission fees. Through the Resident Free Days program, local residents and active-duty military personnel can enjoy complimentary access to select museums on designated Tuesdays each month. Here’s how you can make the most of this fantastic offering.
First Tuesday:
- Fleet Science Center (exhibits only; films not included)
- San Diego Natural History Museum (exhibits only; films not included)
- San Diego Model Railroad Museum
Second Tuesday:
- San Diego Air & Space Museum (exhibits only; special exhibitions not included)
- Comic-Con Museum (excluding November and December)
- The Veterans Museum at Balboa Park
Third Tuesday:
- San Diego Museum of Art (exhibits only; special exhibitions not included)
- Japanese Friendship Garden (excluding March)
- Mingei International Museum
- Fourth Tuesday:
- San Diego Automotive Museum
- Museum of Us (some exhibitions may be closed on Free Days)DOSD+1Balboa Park+1Museum of Us+1Balboa Park+1
Note: Schedules are subject to change, and some museums may have exclusions or blackout dates. It’s advisable to check the official Balboa Park Resident Free Days schedule for the most current information.
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