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Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales

Natural HistoryScienceOpen until 3pmFrom €7Gregorio Marañón (L7)

Das spanische Nationalmuseum für Naturkunde wird vom Forschungsrat CSIC im 1887 erbauten Palacio de las Artes y la Industria an der Calle de José Gutiérrez Abascal betrieben. Seine Sammlungen gehen auf das 1771 von Karl III. gegründete Real Gabinete de Historia Natural zurück und umfassen heute über acht Millionen Exponate. Die Dauerausstellungen widmen sich Themen wie Biodiversität, Mineralien und Fossilien, der menschlichen Evolution und dem Mittelmeerraum, ergänzt durch wechselnde Sonderausstellungen zu Wissenschaft und Natur.

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Getting there

Calle de José Gutiérrez Abascal, 2, 28006 Madrid, Spain

Nearest station: Gregorio Marañón (L7), Nuevos Ministerios (L6/8/10), Ríos Rosas (L2)

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Hours

Summer hours until 14 September, 10:00–15:00

Bank holiday - open with weekend hours 12 October, 10:00–20:00

MonClosed
Tue10:00–17:00
Wed10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
SatToday10:00–20:00
Sun10:00–20:00

Admission

From €7

€3.50 reduced (students, unemployed, ages 4-16, groups 12+). Free entry Tue 15:00-17:00 and Sun 18:30-20:00; always free for under-4s, over-65s, disability-card holders, and large/single-parent families.

Accessibility

Step-free access, adapted restrooms, and tactile/braille materials in some exhibitions (e.g. Illustraciencia).

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Visitor Information

How much does Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales cost?
Standard adult admission to Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales is €7. €3.50 reduced (students, unemployed, ages 4-16, groups 12+). Free entry Tue 15:00-17:00 and Sun 18:30-20:00; always free for under-4s, over-65s, disability-card holders, and large/single-parent families.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales?
Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales is open Tue-Fri 10:00-17:00, Sat-Sun & bank holidays 10:00-20:00, closed Mondays except bank holidays. Until 14 Sep 2026 summer hours apply (10:00-15:00 Fri-Sun). Shortened to 10:00-15:00 on 24 & 31 Dec; closed 25 Dec (also closed 1 & 6 Jan, 1 May, not shown as they've passed for 2026).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales?
Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales is located at Calle de José Gutiérrez Abascal, 2, 28006 Madrid, Spain, in the Ríos Rosas, Chamberí area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Gregorio Marañón (L7), Nuevos Ministerios (L6/8/10), Ríos Rosas (L2).
What can I see at Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales?
Spaniens Nationalmuseum für Naturkunde: Dinosaurierskelette, ein 21 Meter langer Wal, Meteoriten und Originalpräparate von Charles Darwin unter der Schirmherrschaft des CSIC. Current highlights include Illustraciencia 13, Insekten aus nächster Nähe: Urbane Nachbarn (Insects Up Close. Urban Neighbours), Arte Plumario: Natur, Identität und Macht (Arte Plumario. Naturaleza, Identidad y Poder).
Do I need to book Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales accessible?
Step-free access, adapted restrooms, and tactile/braille materials in some exhibitions (e.g. Illustraciencia).

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