# California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide

> Offline visitor guide for California Academy of Sciences and San Francisco. (iPhone/iPad app by eTips LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/california-academy-of-sciences-visitor-guide/id1122739610 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [eTips LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/330954824)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-07-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/california-academy-of-sciences-visitor-guide/id1122739610/reviews.md

## What is California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide?

After collecting travellers info about the California Academy of Sciences we have developed this tour guide based on visitors advice and experiences.

Mobile guide 100% offline developed for all those travellers willing to discover this amazing place.

Containing:
- Introduction
- About
- Governance
- Public education
- History
- Earthquake damage and new building
- Environmental design of new building
- Practical Information
- Access to a complete Travel Guide of the city of San Francisco with public transportation, zoomable street maps 100% offline and daily itineraries to spend the most of your time visiting this magnificent city.

Get the most out of your visit!!

You can always reach us at contact@etips.com

## Key features

- Offline mobile guide
- Visitor-based insights
- Academy history and exhibits
- Practical visit information
- San Francisco city guide
- Offline maps and itineraries

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| California Academy of Sciences | $2.99 | one-time |
| San Francisco | $2.99 | one-time |
| Alcatraz Island | $1.99 | one-time |
| Golden Gate Bridge | $1.99 | one-time |
| Exploratorium | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pier 39 | $1.99 | one-time |
| San Jose, California | $1.99 | one-time |
| Silicon Valley | $1.99 | one-time |
| Los Angeles | $1.99 | one-time |
| Seattle | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/california-academy-of-sciences-visitor-guide/id1122739610/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worthless scam

*2024-11-25, version 1.2*

This app is misleading and useless. It’s free, but it’s little more than a scam to get you to download other equally worthless “guides” for a price. It’s presented in a misleading way to make you think this the Academy’s official app, but it’s not. Really, the Academy ought to be demanding that Apple take it down from the App Store.

This app contains a page of general text about the Academy and a few general photos with no descriptions. The amount of content here is equivalent to what you’d get from a small flyer such as you’d find in a hotel lobby. You’d get far more information by going to the Academy’s own website. There is no detailed information here, and in fact not even a map. 

The greatest emphasis is given to the ads for you to download similar “guides”, at a few bucks each. I accidentally bought one of them, thinking that I was downloading more detailed content for this app, and it was even more worthless.

Don’t bother.

### 1/5 — Terrible app

*2024-07-13, version 1.2*

Not much of use for Cal academy visitors.

### 1/5 — WARNING!

*2023-12-29, version 1.2*

The Cal Academy of Sciences does NOT have an app. I recently purchased this before going to the California Academy of sciences and once I got there and opened it, I realized it was not their app. I went to the front desk and they said we do not have an app. Do not buy this, do not download it- it is junk.

### 1/5 — Junk app

*2023-03-13, version 1.2*

Waste of time

### 1/5 — No way this is their official app

*2022-11-25, version 1.2*

Don’t bother installing

### 1/5 — This isn’t an official app

*2022-07-06, version 1.2*

This app is not an official one or it doesn’t seem like it! It tried to download a bunch of maps to your phone and charge you. The app is not functional on the phone and does not include account access, I assume because it’s not official. Beware!

### 1/5 — Not really an app

*2021-04-12, version 1.2*

Can’t access the app info unless you buy their map for $3 its sketchy...

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2020-10-26, version 1.2*

Don’t even waste the space on your phone.  This is not even an app. It’s useless and is only designed to get you to purchase something else.

### 1/5 — Disappointing

*2020-01-07, version 1.2*

After purchasing, get ready to buy your way in to the app with plenty of additional “unlock” fees. Not at all user friendly either. I wish I had not purchased this app.😕 I just deleted it. It’s so bad I don’t trust it being on my phone.

### 1/5 — Shockingly bad

*2019-12-31, version 1.2*

Nearly $50 to get in and no proper map and the app is a joke.

## Frequently asked questions about California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide

### What information does the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide provide?

The guide offers an introduction, details about the Academy's history, governance, public education, and its new building. It also includes practical information for your visit.

### Can I use the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide offline?

Yes, the guide is 100% offline, developed for travelers who want to discover the Academy without an internet connection.

### Does the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide include information about San Francisco?

Yes, it provides access to a complete travel guide for San Francisco, featuring public transportation, zoomable offline street maps, and daily itineraries.

### What is the rating of the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide?

The app has a rating of 1.0 stars based on 32 ratings.

### Is the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide free to download?

Yes, the app is free to download and use.

### What devices support the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide?

The guide is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### When was the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide last updated?

The app was last updated on January 30, 2017, with the latest version being 1.2.

### What is the age rating for the California Academy of Sciences Visitor Guide?

The app has an age rating of 4+.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-01-30

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Here is the deal. In order for us to provide better content and quality to our travelers we will be regularly updating our apps. 
Book your tours within the app and get the most out of your visit.

### 1.1 — 2016-10-13

New content offered.

### 1.0 — 2016-06-23

No release notes.

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