ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION
CuriOdyssey aims to accommodate guests with disabilities, learning differences, and language barriers. We strive to design for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we would be happy to work with you to ensure a wonderful experience during your visit. To reach out about accessibility concerns, please email [email protected].
Physical Accessibility
Our front entrance is accessible via ramp, and guests with mobility devices may exit through the front as well. Accessible parking for guests with DMV-issued disability placards is available adjacent to the building, and there is a designated white zone in the museum traffic circle to allow for easier drop off prior to parking.
Visitors attending events or programs in our classroom or outdoor patio can access those spaces via the same ramp.
Our Physics in Action playground, WHOOOSH!, is accessible by many mobility devices. The playground equipment is designed to be inclusive for users of all abilities, ages, and sizes.
Accessible Parking
If your vehicle displays a Disabled Person Parking Placard or Plate, you may park in the marked accessible parking places closest to the CuriOdyssey entrance. You are also welcome to park in the 10-minute parking, if all accessible parking spaces are occupied. Also, per the Coyote Point Recreation Area website, "Vehicle entry fees are waived for park visitors whose vehicles display a handicap placard or license plate." This applies every day.
Restrooms
All gender restrooms, accessible by mobility devices, are located in the zoo area between the raccoon and otter exhibits.
Sensory Accessibility
Some of our exhibits contain flashing lights, intense lighting, and auditory components. Sound dampeners and sensory stimulation devices are available at the front desk. If a guest needs a sensory safe space, please talk to a Visitor Engagement representative.
Social Story
View a Social Story (PDF, 7 MB) of what to expect during your visit to CuriOdyssey.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome throughout the museum and many parts of the zoo. All service animals must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. A member of the guest’s party must remain with the animal at all times for the safety of all concerned. Download CuriOdyssey Policy for Service Animals (PDF, 83 KB).
Inclusive Summer Camps & Education Programs
Our educational programs and camps are inclusive opportunities for kids with learning differences. Please use our inquiry web form to request more information.
SPONSOR AN ANIMAL
Help provide for the care and feeding of our wildlife guests by sponsoring an animal of your choice for a year.
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LOCATION
1651 Coyote Point Drive
San Mateo, CA 94401
Ohlone Land Acknowledgement
650-342-7755
[email protected]
CuriOdyssey is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Tax ID 94-1262434