Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum is the perfect choice for little explorers! It has various sections: Zoological (animals and plants of the east Mediterranean) , Palaeontological (Deinotherium, Dinosaurs, Earthquakes), Light Mysteries (Holograms, 3D and Optical Illusions) a temporary exhibition that will be hosted in the museum until November 2014. Founded in 1980, it constantly renews the exhibits and collections so as to attract the interest of young and older visitors.

During the summer months, the museum hosts a range of exhibitions. Do not forget to see the Deinotherium, the third largest mammal ever found in the world and the largest mammal ever lived in Crete. This giant animal that lived in Crete 7-9 million years ago lives again in the museum in its real life dimensions – reaching a height of 4.5 metres and a length of 6.5 metres.

One of our favourite places in the museum is the Erevnotopos, an area of 250sqm, specially designed for children. There you and your children can discover fossils in the sand, spend a night in camp, drive a small boat and explore the various ecosystems of the Mediterranean.

Families should know

Unfortunately the museum cafe is closed, so it is advisable that you bring water and a snack with you
Parking is available opposite the museum at an extra charge
Avoid the weekends as it can get busy
The exhibits are presented in Greek and English only

Telephone: (+30) 2810282740

Address: Sofokli Venizelou street (west of the port), 71202, Heraklion, Crete

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Kids will love

The interactive games in the Erevnotopos (research area)
The turtles, chameleons and other animals in the living museum

Parents will love

Earthquake simulator-up to 6 Richter!

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Katerina L. says:

March 24, 2014 at 06:27

If you travel with children and you find yourself in Heraklion, it is worth visiting. Amazing photos and rare artefacts.

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Manolis A. says:

March 24, 2014 at 06:29

Outstanding experience for kids. A museum that feels so different with highly educational programs. You should ALL go.

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Eleni T. says:

March 24, 2014 at 06:30

It is definitely worth a visit. The children were amazed by the dinosaurs and were looking frantically for fossils in the specifically designed areas. We were impressed by the earthquake simulator, we experienced an earthquake of 6 Richter … It was scary.

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Kostas P. says:

March 24, 2014 at 06:31

The Natural History Museum in Heraklion was a fun and highly educational experience. The earthquake simulator is impressive. You can even learn how to protect yourself in the case of an earthquake.

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