Gaze up at the elephant and learn of humankind’s relationship with cats and dogs in this historic museum of natural history.
The Museum of Toulouse is a natural history institution with countless fascinating artifacts and relics on display. Dating back to 1796, the museum has an intriguing past and was one of the world’s first museums to open a section on prehistory. Learn about humanity’s relationship with nature via the eclectic range of exhibits and collections.
Admire the taxidermy displays that feature a huge elephant and a wall of birds. See the collection of bones and fossils and learn about rock formations. The museum has a spacious and well-designed layout that is easy to follow. Pick up a museum map in English.
Enter the exhibit about human habitats and prehistoric mankind. Find out about our relationship with cats and dogs through the interactive exhibits and see the fascinating armor of the Kiribati peoples from the Central Pacific.
Understand how Earth formed via the mineral and rock displays and consider our impact on the planet. Among the highlights for kids and adults is the earthquake simulator. Get a glimpse of the various temporary exhibits that are presented by the museum.
Browse the assortment of souvenirs and museum-related memorabilia in the Ketzal Boutique gift shop.
For a change of scenery, travel to the northern Borderouge part of the city for the Museum Gardens. Bring your kids to the playground and inspect the array of exotic and unusual plants in the botanical garden. This site also has a gift shop in the welcome center.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from morning until evening. There is a fee to enter.
The Museum of Toulouse lies between the Jardin Royal and the Jardin des Plantes, a little southeast of the city center. Ride the metro to the Carmes stop and walk southeast for a few minutes to reach the museum. Stop at other nearby sights, including the Paul Dupuy Museum, the Quai des Savoirs and the Square Boulingrin.
