Who hasn't dreamed of becoming a paleontologist, discovering new dinosaurs, or simply playing in Jurassic Park? The dinosaurs captivate countless children... and even some adults who still marvel at these creatures from the past.
The National Museum of Natural History in Paris presents a fresh experience sure to delight many curious visitors. From July 16, 2026, through early January 2028, come and explore the exhibition Tracing the Dinosaurs, open on Wednesdays and weekends, and every day during school holidays in the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution.
This exhibition offers an immersive look into the everyday world of paleontologists. Visitors can explore the Angeac-Charente dig site, a renowned excavation site where scientists have unearthed a wealth of fossils—including numerous dinosaurs, as well as remains of mammoths, pterosaurs, lizards, and more...
The Museum has designed an immersive exhibition to give visitors a taste of what it’s like to be a paleontologist: they can learn about excavation techniques, the tools used, and of course, Cretaceous dinosaurs, as their secrets are gradually revealed through the fossils uncovered.
This unusual exhibition promises to be highly educational, but also fun, allowing children to understand and engage with complex scientific concepts through play. Science and History come together at this archaeological site, recreated within the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution: an exciting blend that will captivate curious visitors of all ages and dinosaur enthusiasts alike.
Are you ready to step into the shoes of a paleontologist for a day at the National Museum of Natural History?
Dates and Opening Time
Starts July 18, 2026
Location
Grande Galerie de l'Evolution
36 Rue Geoffroy-Saint-Hilaire
75005 Paris 5
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Prices
Tarif réduit: €11
Plein tarif: €14
Official website
www.mnhn.fr
Booking
Book your tickets with Paris je t'aime here
More information
Every day during school holidays (all zones)
Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays outside of school holidays
