The 10 Best Natural History Museums in Belgium, Belgium

January 7, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

From canal-laced, fairy-tale cities like Bruges and Ghent to the urban centers of Antwerp and Brussels, Belgium sits at the crossroads of medieval and modern Europe. The chance to sample famous exports such as chocolate and beer straight from the source only sweetens a visit.
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1. Mineralogical Museum

Frans de l'Arbrelaan 12, Merksem 2170 Belgium +32 3 658 62 83 [email protected] http://acam.be/
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Mineralogical Museum

The Mineralogical Museum has a large collection of minerals, gems and fossils on display, and the largest room of fluorescent minerals in Europe. During the opening hours, staff and volunteers will happily give guided tours or provide information about or assistance with the determination of minerals, fossils and gems.

2. MuseOs

Veurnestraat 2 Koksijde dorp, Koksijde 8670 Belgium +32 58 51 19 39 [email protected] http://www.museos.be
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MuseOs

Kindvriendelijk natuurhistorisch museum gespecialiseerd in schedels, skeletten en fossielen van gewervelde dieren uit heel de wereld. Interactieve zoek- en doe-opdrachtjes voor jong en oud. Gratis koffie. Persoonlijke ontvangst door de stichters Luc en Leentje. Openingstijden: in schoolvakanties zo-ma-woe-do van 10h00 tot 17h00 doorlopend. Alle andere dagen van het jaar op afspraak.

3. Museum Vieille Montagne

Chaussee de Liege 278, La Calamine 4720 Belgium +32 87 65 75 04 [email protected] http://mvm-kelmis.be
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Museum Vieille Montagne

Discover a territorial experiment. Experience the fascinating history of Neutral Moresnet, a small area with coveted mineral resources: calamine has been mined there for centuries. The production of zinc, a new material of the 19th century, takes it into an industrial dimension. The museum presents this adventure in the Vieille-Montagne management building, which dominates the former mining site.

4. Museum of Natural Sciences

Rue Vautier 29, Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 2 627 42 11 [email protected] http://www.naturalsciences.be
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Museum of Natural Sciences

Meet the famous Bernissart Iguanodons in the largest Dinosaur Gallery in Europe, learn about the human body and how we evolved in the Gallery of Humankind and go back in time in the Gallery of Evolution. You can also find out about urban species in BiodiverCITY, discover specimens which illustrate the Museum’s history in the 250 years of Natural Sciences hall, admire the magnificent crystals in the Mineral Hall, and experience something new every year by visiting our temporary exhibitions or by taking part in one of our Education Service’s interactive activities. During Belgian School Holidays: Tuesday > Sunday: 10.00 > 18.00 During the Belgian school year: Tuesday > Friday: 9.30 > 17.00 | Week-end : 10.00 > 18.00

Reviewed By V5457FGsams

Every time I visit Belgium I make sure the pay a visit to this museum. Can't tell when I'm there next time but it's the first place to visit! Best is the go on a weekday, the museum is quiet and you can take your time to watch all this amazing stuff. There are without a doubt lots of replica's but that doesn't influence the awesomeness of it all. Seeing the impressive collection of Iguanodon skeletons while entering impresses me every time, and I mean EVERY TIME. Even though they're basically nothing but bones they seem to stare back at you. You don't have an excuse not to go!

5. Musee de la Foret et des Eaux "P.Noe"

Berinzenne 4, Spa 4900 Belgium +32 87 77 18 38 [email protected] http://www.berinzenne.be/musee/
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Musee de la Foret et des Eaux "P.Noe"

The Museum presents the natural environments of the region thanks to an innovative scenography. Touch, listen, admire or play to better understand the beauty of the Fagne, the magic of water, the majesty of the great forests and its inhabitants. Each year is punctuated by new temporary exhibitions while a "funny investigation" entertains the youngest.

6. De Botermolen

Haachtsebaan 85 A naast Brasserie 't t Kasteel, Keerbergen 3140 Belgium +32 15 34 47 38 http://www.debotermolen.be/wordpress
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

De Botermolen

7. Bijenteeltmuseum

Putsesteenweg 131, Kalmthout 2920 Belgium +32 3 666 61 01 [email protected] http://www.bijenteeltmuseum.be/
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Bijenteeltmuseum

8. Museum regional des Sciences naturelles

Rue des Gaillers 7, Mons 7000 Belgium +32 65 40 11 40 http://environnement.wallonie.be/museum-mons/infos_pratique.htm
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Museum regional des Sciences naturelles

9. Aquarium et Musee de Zoologie

Quai Edouard Van Beneden 22, Liege 4020 Belgium +32 4 366 50 21 [email protected] http://www.aquarium-museum.ulg.ac.be/en/visite/acces.php
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3.5 based on 361 reviews

Aquarium et Musee de Zoologie

Reservations are required to visit the Aquarium-Muséum. There is always something exciting to discover at the Aquarium-Museum ! The Aquarium-Museum allows our visitors to observe, to study and to understand the animal kingdom. You can improve your knowledges, relax and discover the collection of living and taxidermied animals, which are of high historical, artistic or patrimonial value. The Aquarium-Museum opens its doors from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Sunday and welcomes you in the best conditions to guarantee your safety and that of the staff during this particular period.

10. De Neanderthalersite

Veldwezelt 2de Carabinierslaan, Lanaken 3620 Belgium +32 89 77 61 16 [email protected] http://www.lanaken.be/visitlanaken/Ontdekken/Neanderthaler
De Neanderthalersite

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