Zoological Museum of Moscow University

The Zoological Museum of Moscow University displays animal specimens from various habitats across two floors. The collection includes skeletons, hides, and other objects that document the diversity of wildlife.

The collection began in 1791 as part of the university's natural history research. The building on Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street was occupied in 1902 and opened to the public in 1911.

The museum connects to the university and serves researchers studying animal life and biodiversity. Visitors can observe how the collections support scientific work and learning about different species.

The museum is located at building 6 Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street in central Moscow. Visiting works best on weekdays when fewer people are around, and the site is easy to reach.

The entrance hall displays an impressive collection of animal skeletons, including an Asian elephant skeleton. This display gives visitors an immediate sense of the range of species in the museum.

Location: Большая Никитская улица

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 10:00-17:00; Thursday 13:00-20:00; Friday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; Tuesday[-1] off

GPS coordinates: 55.75593,37.60920

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44