Musée d'Histoire Naturelle

Natural history museum Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
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What to expect

The Musée d'Histoire Naturelle de Bordeaux is a natural history museum that showcases a vast collection of over 1 million specimens, making it one of the most important in France. The museum features a range of exhibits, including a permanent exhibition on the diversity of biodiversity, as well as temporary exhibitions. The museum also offers interactive experiences, such as a multimedia show and workshops, making it a great place to visit with family and friends. The museum is designed to be accessible and engaging for visitors of all ages, with a focus on the natural world and the city's history as a port. The museum's collections include a wide range of specimens, with around 3,500 on display at any given time, and the museum also offers a range of activities and events for children, including a dedicated area for young children called the 'Musée des Tout-petits'

Plan your family visit to the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle with these blog insights 👇

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Visiting Bordeaux with children: 15 things to do as a family

Visiting Bordeaux with children: 15 things to do as a family
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle, a museum showcasing natural history exhibits

Highlights: The kids loved the interactive exhibits, and we all enjoyed learning about the natural world ✨