Established in 1867, the museum complex is known throughout the global scientific community for its four million specimens from all over the world.
Its collections of high scientific value are primarily zoological, but also include plants, minerals, rocks and fossils.
Deserving of a special mention are the ornithological collection, the collection of mammals, the rich collections of insects and the room dedicated to palaeontology.
Opening hours
From Tuesday to Sunday : 10 am - 6 pm
Closed: Monday and Christmas Day
Tickets
Exibition "Dragons. The wonderful world of saurians" Full Price € 12 Reduction € 7 (visitors 3-14 years; over 65; people with disabilities; groups with at least 15 members)
The Museum has a ramp enabling direct access to the exhibition halls.
The exhibition is based on the ground and first floors, which can be reached via an accessible lift. All the rooms of the Museum are free of any architectural barrier. The toilets are accessible on both floors.
A wheelchair is available for use. Please ask a member of staff who will be able to assist.
How to book:
Info and booking Museum of Natural History “Giacomo Doria”
Ph. +39 010 564567 - +39 010 582171
Fax +39 010 566319
e-mail : museodoria@comune.genova.it