Oceanographic Museum Monaco

Oceanographic Museum

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The Oceanographic Museum, is a museum of marine sciences in Monaco City, Monaco. This building is part of the Institut océanographique, which is …

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Apr 16, 2025
While the immersive digital experience was very innovative and enjoyable, the aquarium was poorly organised and heavily overcrowded. There was no posted direction of travel, and overcrowding due to w…Full review by JangoBritt
Dec 27, 2024
Visited that museum on a very hot summer day. The beautiful exhibits were very easy to walk through and the messages were great for environmental conservation. Great for family with children.Full review by Grace Annette C
Dec 10, 2024
What a great visit, so many marine life species. Our granddaughter loved every minute as did we. Pretty reasonable entry price as well.Full review by SusanO768
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The Oceanographic Museum in Monaco dates back to 1910. This museum is currently one of the oldest museums of its kind in the world. It…
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Dramatically perched atop a rocky promontory off the Mediterranean Sea, the world-famous Musée Océanographique de Monaco was fou…
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The Oceanographic Museum (Musée Océanographique) is a museum of marine sciences in Monaco-Ville, Monaco. It is home …
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Facts

Established:1910
Located:Le Rocher, Monaco
Type:Oceanographic museum, Historic site

Questions & answers

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Is it possible to see dolphins during the visit?
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I’m sorry I don’t know. We didn’t when we were there.
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Answer by mary p · Aug 7, 2020
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Is it wise to purchase a ticket online to avoid queues? We will be visiting in October. Thanks.
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No wait in September. Probably same for October. Enjoy the aquarium and the rooftop restaurant.
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Anyone have a general idea of how long it takes to view the museum? TIA
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I would reserve 1 and 1/2 to 2 hours for the main attractions. It matters a lot if you are traveling with kids, than you should reserve a much longer time.
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Can I check my backpack?
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I visit that Museum on regular basis and could always keep my ~30l bag on me. Its checked on the entrance (visual and metal detector check)
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Are UK student ID cards accepted in order to purchase a student price ticket?
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My entry was through a combined ticket, having looked at their internet site, it would appear you get a discount if showing a valid student card. Prices vary depending on time of year. …
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My entry was through a combined ticket, having looked at their internet site, it would appear you get a discount if showing a valid student card. Prices vary depending on time of year. Bon vacances.
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Parking- Chemin des Pecheurs parking lot is situated under the Museum
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Guided tours are available, but reservations and tour plans need to be a much as one month in advance.                                    
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Disability/Wheelchair Access, Partially handicapped accessible
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The Touch Tank is meant as an interactive display for children and teens; adults have to pay extra to get in
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There is a No Flash rule in the aquarium. The flashing light disturbs the fish. Switch off your camera's flash
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Their staff is sometimes unhelpful
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The place is often crowded, especially at peak season in the summer
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A walk around the full museum and aquarium, the Touch Tank, the Shark Lagoon Exhibit, tropical Lagoon Exhibit, the breathtaking rooftop view
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There is a rooftop restaurant with a view if you are feeling peckish
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Carry a jacket and/or a cap as there is no shade on the roof
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Cash, cheques, bank cards and chèquesvacances holiday vouchers are all accepted payment methods
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This museum is open every day except the day for the grand prix formula 1
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Try and get a profile view of this building to see appreciate its full aspect
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It sits right on the edge of the monaco cliffs, with spectacular views out onto the mediterranean sea
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Tickets cost between 11 and 14 euros (about $12 to $16) for adults depending on the day
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The building itself is worth the stop off on your monaco walking tour
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