DETAILS:

Location: 10010 N Torrey Pines Rd., La Jolla, CA 92037
Hours: Monday through Friday - 9AM to 4PM
- Pre-registration is required for all visitors. Groups of 8 of more are not permitted on the self-guided tours and must book a docent-led tour at least 10 business days in advance. You can register via their website provided below under “resources”.
Parking: There is no public parking available for visitors and tour attendees on the Salk Institute’s campus. Guests can use free parking along Torrey Pines Scenic Drive or in the Gliderport parking lot. Paid public parking is available at the Sanford Consortium lot, which is located just across the street from the Salk Institute. The current fee is $3/hour.
Cost: Free for self-guided tours.
- Groups of one to seven visitors may register for a docent-led tour, held every week on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10AM. This is an hour-long group tour and you will be joined by other visitors from the public. The fee is $20 per person.
- Private docent-led group tours may be requested for Monday through Friday between the hours of 10AM and 4PM, unless the Institute is closed for holidays or private events. Private docent-led group tour requests must be submitted at least 10 business days prior to the prospective tour date. Tours are subject to availability.
  - Groups of 1-10 people: $200 / Groups of 11-20 people: $400 / Groups of 21-30 people: $600
Time Commitment: Please expect to spend at least 3 hours at this event which includes the 30-minute - 1hr orientation, drive time (depending on how many laps you purchased), and most importantly, the wait time to actually get into your NASCAR. Our total time committed at the track during our experience was 5 hours!

The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is a world-renowned research facility located in La Jolla, California. Founded in 1960 by Jonas Salk, the developer of the polio vaccine, the institute is dedicated to the advancement of biology and medicine. Visiting the institute is a unique experience that offers visitors the opportunity to witness cutting-edge scientific research in action and learn about the history of one of the most influential research institutions in the world.

One of the most striking aspects of the Salk Institute is its breathtaking architecture. Designed by famed architect Louis Kahn, the institute is a masterpiece of modernism, thanks to its striking lines, open spaces, and beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. As you walk through the main courtyard, the surrounding concrete environment will feel both futuristic and retro at the same time, like you’re on the set of some Dystopian movie adapted from the latest YA novel. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply interested in science & architecture, a visit to the institute is sure to be an unforgettable experience.