What You'll See
- Geology and Mineralogy Gallery
- Giant quartz crystals
- Amethyst geodes
- Royal European jewels
- Sapphire of Louis XIV
- Opal of Charles X
- Natural history heritage
What’s included
- Entrance fee
Not included
- Guide service
- Transfers
- Access to the Children's Gallery
- Access to the Virtual Reality Room
Program Description
An inspiring journey into the world of minerals and gemstones awaits you, where you can see the wonders of the Earth up close and discover how some of the planet’s most precious treasures are formed.
The Geology and Mineralogy Gallery is part of the National Museum of Natural History and is located in the atmospheric Jardin des Plantes. From the very first steps, you will be surrounded by an extraordinary collection of crystals, minerals and gemstones from all over the world. You will admire nearly 600 unique specimens, including 20 giant crystals that impress with their size and natural beauty.
One of the highlights of the exhibition is massive blocks of quartz weighing several tons, as well as impressive amethyst geodes filled with thousands of tiny crystals. You will learn where they come from and how they arrived at the museum - their story leads all the way to Brazil and discoveries made in the 1980s. A special film presentation helps you better understand this fascinating journey.
This experience is not only about nature. During your visit, you will also see remarkable royal jewels that once dazzled European courts. Among them are the magnificent sapphire of Louis XIV, the impressive opal of Charles X, and a unique diamond-inlaid snuff box that belonged to Alexander I.
You will also discover what a mineral really is and how it is formed. This is a great opportunity to broaden your knowledge and look at gemstones not only as ornaments, but as the result of millions of years of geological processes. Altogether, this creates a cohesive and inspiring experience that will delight both adults and younger explorers.
Important information
- Cloakroom available on-site free of charge
- Free admission for: children under 3 years old, visitors with disabilities and their carer
- Free ticket available at the gallery for people under 26
- Due to capacity management you have to reserve a timeslot on the official website after your booking. After booking, make sure to reserve your free timeslot on the official website: https://billetterie.mnhn.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449814558 , please select the option *gratuit - autres*
Vouchers
- You'll receive your voucher via email, immediately after booking.
- To gain entry, you'll need to exchange it for the actual entrance ticket.
- Show your voucher to the local representative, who will issue your entrance ticket, or contact the tour operator for help (contact details are in your confirmation email and on the voucher).
Cancellation Policy
Get full refund if you cancel up to 48h before the excursion begin. read terms
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