Grande Galerie de l'Évolution

Museum Paris, Ile-de-France, France
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What to expect

The Grande Galerie de l'Évolution is a museum showcasing 7,000 specimens to tell the story of biodiversity, with interactive exhibits, including augmented reality experiences and a vast collection of animal skeletons and taxidermied species from around the world, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

Plan your family visit to the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution with these blog insights 👇

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Great Gallery of Evolution, Paris

Great Gallery of Evolution, Paris
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the museum and explored the different exhibits about animal evolution, including a special area about the impact of humans on the environment

Highlights: We were amazed by the size and scale of the museum, the diverse range of animals on display, and the interactive elements that helped bring the exhibits to life for the kids ✨

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PARIS with family, Paris with children

PARIS with family, Paris with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution. We were amazed by the whale skeleton at the entrance. The central hall has a spectacular parade of naturalized animals. The permanent exhibition explains the diversity of the living world

Highlights: The kids were impressed by the whale skeleton. The exhibition is very educational and we could see giraffes, elephants, hippos, turtles ✨

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...Paris with your kids

...Paris with your kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Grande Galerie de l’Evolution, in the Museum of Natural History. We were bluffed by the whale’s skeleton hanging from the ceiling. We saw a spectacular parade of stuffed animals

Highlights: It was a splendid place! We were amazed by the whale’s skeleton hanging from the ceiling. The children loved the spectacular parade of stuffed animals ✨

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Off-the-Beaten Track Things To Do In Paris With Kids

Off-the-Beaten Track Things To Do In Paris With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We took our son to the Grande Galerie de l’Evolution, which is part of the Museum of Natural History

Highlights: He loved seeing all the different animals, especially the large mammals like the giraffe, elephant, and hippopotamus ✨

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Grande Galerie de l’Evolution: a must-see visit in Paris

Grande Galerie de l’Evolution: a must-see visit in Paris
This family's experience:

Activities: We spent almost 3 hours exploring the 4 levels, starting with the marine world at the ground floor, then the animals of the Arctic and Africa, and finally the evolution of life and the impact of humans

Highlights: The kids were amazed by the skeletons of a whale, a narwhal, and a giant squid, and the adults appreciated the museum's unique approach to showcasing the natural world and the impact of human activity ✨

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GREAT GALLERY OF EVOLUTION

GREAT GALLERY OF EVOLUTION
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution at the Jardin des Plantes. We started with the temporary exhibition, then the marine life part with the majestic whale, and finally the area with wild animals. It was amazing!

Highlights: My little one adored it! "Animals everywhere, plenty of space to run around and make Mom run around too, and lots of new things to look at." The turtle exhibit was also a hit, even if getting out was a challenge ✨

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(Tip!) These are the 5 most fun parks in Paris with kids!

(Tip!) These are the 5 most fun parks in Paris with kids!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the museum and saw many stuffed animals and interactive exhibits

Highlights: Our daughter enjoyed learning about nature and animals and we enjoyed the interactive exhibits ✨

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(Tip!) Paris with kids: sights top 29!

(Tip!) Paris with kids: sights top 29!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the museum and enjoyed the beautifully arranged stuffed animals. We enjoyed the interactive screens and the educational games

Highlights: We enjoyed the stuffed animals and the interactive screens and games. We also enjoyed the building with its colorful lights ✨