Museum of Natural Sciences of Barcelona

A trip to the Museum of Natural Sciences is best when planned properly. Autumn and spring present the ideal seasons, offering mild weather and thinner crowds. Arriving is a breeze with the accessible metro system; the ‘Llacuna’ or ‘Selva de Mar’ stations are your best bets. Prepare for a busy scene during weekends and holidays, but an early morning weekday visit can feel like a private showing.

• Best time to visit: Autumn or Spring; early mornings on weekdays
• How to get there: Metro stops Llacuna or Selva de Mar
• Accessibility: Fully accessible for families, seniors, and differently abled visitors
• Average visit duration: 2 to 3 hours

Inside, the Museum of Natural Sciences unfolds like a narrative of our planet's history. The Biodiversity and Environment exhibits shouldn’t be missed, showcasing an impressive array of flora and fauna from around the globe. For those into the dramatic, the Geological Wall presents Earth's timeline—striking in detail and scale. Don’t miss the Living Planet exhibit—a beautifully interactive feature that brings visitors eye-to-eye with ecological systems.

• Key sights: Biodiversity and Environment exhibits, Geological Wall
• Unique experiences: Interactive screens at the Living Planet exhibit
• Photo-worthy locations: the stunning architectural details of the building
• Cultural or historical facts: The museum’s building is an example of modernist architecture that tells its own historical narrative