Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales

4.5 (13,721)museum

C. de José Gutiérrez Abascal, 2

Historic natural history museum featuring extensive fossil collections, dinosaur replicas, minerals, and a landmark whale skeleton.

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Operating as a dedicated hub for research and scientific outreach, the MNCN-CSIC bridges the gap between academic study and public inquiry. The museum functions as a systematic exploration of natural history, moving through time from ancient eras to the present day. Beyond the massive fossil displays, the collection includes a specific focus on minerals and coins. Its layout is split across two distinct buildings, creating an interactive, multi-building environment that serves as both a repository of zoological specimens and a teaching space for all ages.


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