Museum of Natural History, Santiago de Compostela

Name: Museum of Natural History
Address: Parque Vista Alegre, s/n, Santiago de Compostela, 15705, Spain
Telephone: +34 881 81 63 50

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Museum of Natural History (address: Parque Vista Alegre, s/n) is a place located in Santiago de Compostela (Galicia autonomous community) and belongs to the category of museum, science museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 768 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 42°53'12"N latitude and 8°32'45"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museum of Natural History is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Dársena de Autocares de Xoán XXIII (bus, 3 min walk), Santiago de Compostela (train, 29 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Dolmen Novo Milenio (monuments and statues, 5 min walk), Monasterio de San Martin Pinario (baroque architecture, 9 min walk), Bishop Gelmirez's Palace (museum, 11 min walk).

Coordinates: 42°53'12"N, 8°32'45"W

Address

Parque Vista Alegre, s/nSantiago de Compostela 15705 Spain

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+34 881 81 63 50

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum of Natural History open?

Museum of Natural History is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 8 pm
Sunday 11 am - 2 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Natural History?

Nearby attractions include Dolmen Novo Milenio, Santiago de Compostela (5 min walk), Monasterio de San Martin Pinario, Santiago de Compostela (9 min walk), Bishop Gelmirez's Palace, Santiago de Compostela (11 min walk), Pazo de Raxoi, Santiago de Compostela (11 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Natural History by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Natural History:

Bus

Dársena de Autocares de Xoán XXIII (3 min walk)
Casas Novas nº 55 • Lines: 9 (12 min walk)

Train

Santiago de Compostela (29 min walk)