Muséum de Toulouse, Natural history and city museum in Jardin des Plantes, Toulouse, France
The Muséum de Toulouse contains exhibits dedicated to natural history across multiple floors, including a 300-square-meter space focusing on biodiversity research.
Founded in 1796 by scientist Picot de La Peyrouse, the museum underwent major renovations before reopening to the public on July 8, 1865.
The museum maintains collections of minerals, fossils, and specimens while conducting research programs in partnership with scientific institutions across France.
Located at coordinates 43.593889, 1.449167, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00 and receives over 200,000 visitors annually.
The museum's Gardens in Borderouge feature nearly 700 varieties of food plants, including specimens like witch's claws and elephant's head amaranth.
Location: Toulouse
Inception: 1796
Founders: Picot de La Peyrouse
Official opening: 1796
Address: 35 All. Jules Guesde, 31000 Toulouse 31000
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +33567738400
Website: http://museum.toulouse.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.59306,1.44917
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
Toulouse presents a network of historical buildings, museums and squares. The city features the Capitole as administrative center, the Romanesque Basilica Saint-Sernin, several art museums and the Canal du Midi. Parks, bridges across the Garonne and science centers complete the cultural offerings.
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37 Allée Jules Guesde
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