K-12 School Tours

In an effort to lower the barriers for student field-trips, the Dali Museum offers free or reduced admission for students visiting in groups.

• During the school year, K - 12th grade school groups receive free admission (Tuesday-Friday) and a docent-led tour. One free teacher or chaperone per 10 students.

• *NEW THIS YEAR* School groups are limited to 60 people per tour time.

• Student Group Tours MUST be pre-booked at least 6 weeks in advance. 

• Student Group Tours are available, Tuesday through Friday: 10:00 a.m. or 12:00 noon.

• Book early! Tour time availability is limited due to popularity.

• Tours last approximately one hour.

• Please call immediately with any cancellations. We will make every effort to re-book your tour.

• Weekends and summer, students ages 6– 12 receive group admission at a discounted rate of $5.50. Students ages 13-17 receive group admission at a discounted rate of $12. During these times, teachers or adult chaperones receive group rate admissions: $18.75. Teachers and chaperones are requested to stay with students at all times in the galleries, gardens, and grounds. Please note, this does not include a private tour (free for K-12 school tours during the school year, Tuesday-Friday). A private tour with a dedicated docent can be provided for a fee in addition to the per person rate mentioned above. Headphones may be provided for maximum enjoyment. Prices are as noted below:

1-9 Guests - Discounted Group Rate plus a $100 fee for the Private docent.

10+ Guests - Discounted Group Rate plus $10 per person for the Private docent.

School Tour Booking Guidelines

Before completing a reservation for a school tour, please carefully read the following information.

• If you are planning to eat lunch at the Museum, please be aware that the Museum does not offer a dedicated space to have lunch on the grounds. Neighboring parks are often available (The Plaza between the Mahaffey Theater and the Dali as well as Albert Whitted Park across from the Dali, when available) The area offers little shade at lunchtime. Please be conscious of the weather on the day of your trip.

• School lunches are available for purchase from the Museum Cafe.  Please contact John Ruetz, Manager of Cafe Gala for details by email: cafegala5@gmail.com or by phone: 727-234-5566.

• Guided tours are only offered Tuesday through Friday at 10 a.m. and 12 noon. Please note that these times are for the 10 a.m. and 12 noon hour blocks. Should your group arrive late, your tour will be shortened to accommodate the amount of time left in your designated hour. This is our policy due to the number of tours scheduled throughout the day. Thank you for your understanding. 

• The Museum’s policy for chaperones:

  There is a minimum of one (1) chaperone per ten (10) students

  Please note that any chaperones above the 1:10 ratio (during the school year) will be charged $18.75 for admission on the day of the tour.

  Chaperones are required to stay with their groups at all times.

• Because of special events that are held at the Museum, there may be some days that school tours will not be available. Please ask ahead of time!

• Teachers, a pre-visit to the Museum can be arranged through the Volunteer Office for a selected date and time. Requests for this visit can be made at the time the tour is scheduled. Pre-visit only applies to the field trip coordinator. For further information on this service, please email Pam Whiteaker: pwhiteaker@thedali.org.

Book your School Tour

• Download the School Tour Request Form by clicking here. It is an editable PDF.

• Fill in all fields, SAVE FILE, and email completed, saved form with YOUR SCHOOL NAME: GROUP TOUR REQUEST in the subject line to: pwhiteaker@thedali.org

• You will receive an email response within 72 hours. The confirmation email will serve as your receipt.