Natural History Museum of Nantes, Natural History Museum in Nantes, France.
The museum exhibits extensive collections of zoology, wildlife, and mineralogy across multiple galleries, including a gallery dedicated to Earth and Universe sciences.
Founded in 1810 and relocated in 1875, the museum occupies a building designed by architect Gustave Bourgerel near the former Hôtel des Monnaies.
The zoology gallery presents 1000 specimens arranged according to the Phylogenetic tree, with a dedicated mezzanine displaying 700 ornithological specimens.
The museum opens daily from 10:00 to 18:00 except Tuesdays, with admission at 5 euros for adults and free entry for visitors under 18.
The museum houses a Martian meteorite known as Black Beauty and preserves specimens of extinct birds including the Passenger pigeon and Great auk.
Location: Nantes
Inception: 1793
Architects: Gustave Bourgerel
Official opening: August 15, 1810
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Operator: Ville de Nantes
Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00; Tuesday off; January 01,May 01,November 01,December 25 off; December 24,December 31 10:00-16:00
Phone: +33240992620
Email: museum-sciences@nantesmetropole.fr
Website: http://museum.nantes.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.21286,-1.56499
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
Nantes combines mechanical monuments, botanical gardens, a medieval castle and museums. The historical quarters, old squares and notable architecture reflect its maritime and commercial past. The city features parks, walks along the Loire and cultural institutions like the Art Museum and Natural History Museum. The Machines de l'île presents mechanical animals, including a 12-meter-tall elephant.
Nantes offers a wide range of activities for all tastes and ages. The city has several climbing gyms such as Block'out Nantes with its 1000 m² of climbing routes and boulders, aquatic complexes including the Petit-Port swimming pool with its 50-meter Olympic pool, as well as virtual reality centers like Vortex Experience VR and Virtual Room Nantes for immersive experiences. Puzzle enthusiasts can try various escape rooms, while Quiz Room offers team challenges on different themes. Sporting Nantes brings together on 2000 m² squash courts, badminton, and a fitness room. The city's green spaces allow outdoor relaxation. The Grand Blottereau Park covers 19 hectares with themed gardens, an orangery, and greenhouses housing exotic plants, while Versailles Island offers a natural setting in the city center. For more vigorous activities, Nantes' go-kart track features a covered 400-meter circuit, and the region has automobile racing circuits for sport driving.
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