Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences)

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Animazing

Stories of 78 animals and their unusual abilities, from a photosynthesising sea slug to an acrobatic spider monkey.

Now showing16 Oct – 29 Aug 2027

Permanent Collections

Dinosaur Gallery

Over 3,000 m² of dinosaurs, with the Bernissart Iguanodon skeletons, Ben the Plateosaurus and a Stan T. rex replica.

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Living Planet

About 850 specimens, from giraffes to aphids, with hands-on discovery areas on biodiversity and climate change.

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Gallery of Humankind: Our Evolution

Human evolution as a branching story across 25 species, with life-size reconstructions of Lucy, Toumaï and the Belgian Spy Neanderthal.

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Visitor Information

How much does Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences) cost?

Standard adult admission to Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences) is €15. 3-25 years EUR 6, 65+ EUR 11, free under 3. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences)?

Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences) is open Tuesday to Friday 9:30-17:00, Saturday and Sunday 10:00-18:00, closed Mondays. Closed 25 December, 1 January and 1 May; open until 15:00 on 24 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences)?

Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences) is located at Rue Vautier 29, 1000 Brussels, Belgium, in the Quartier Léopold area of Brussels. The nearest stations are Maelbeek/Maalbeek, Trône/Troon and Brussels-Luxembourg.

What can I see at Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences)?

Europe's largest dinosaur hall, with the Bernissart Iguanodons, plus galleries on human evolution, biodiversity and minerals. Current highlights include Dinosaur Gallery, Living Planet and Gallery of Humankind: Our Evolution.

Do I need to book Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences) 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 Museum of Natural Sciences (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences)?

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.