Experience the spectacular world of biodiversity at the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution in Paris. With skip-the-line access, explore four immersive floors filled with over 7,000 preserved animal specimens and discover the fascinating story of evolution.
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The Grande Galerie de l’Évolution offers a mesmerizing journey through Earth’s natural history. Encounter majestic elephants, swift cheetahs, and even a meteorite-crushed car as you walk among 7,000 preserved specimens.
Spread across four floors, the gallery reveals the complexity of life through exhibits on anatomy, fossils, and ecosystems. Designed for curious minds of all ages, this museum celebrates scientific legends like Lamarck and Darwin, showing how their discoveries reshaped our understanding of nature and evolution.
Highlights:
- Enjoy skip-the-line entry and save time for more exploration
- Marvel at over 7,000 preserved animals, including whales, birds, and insects
- Discover how evolution shaped life on Earth, from fossils to modern biodiversity
- Learn about the impact of naturalists like Darwin, Lamarck, and Mendel
- See unique displays like a giant squid and a car crushed by a meteorite
- Great for family visits, rainy days, and science enthusiasts
Grande Galerie de l'Évolution
36 Rue Geoffroy-Saint-Hilaire, 75005 Paris
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation available until 23:59 the day before your visit.
Meeting point & Instructions
After booking, reserve a time slot on the official website by selecting Galerie de l'évolution and the option J’ai déjà un ticket. Bring your smartphone ticket and timeslot confirmation to enter.
Reviews & Rating
4.6/ 5 (1588 Reviews)
"It’s amazing, I like it very much, it’s very suitable for learning, the environment is very good.I suggest taking a full day to enjoy the contents.It's a very good place for bringing children together." - JEANIE, July 2022
“Amazing museum in a nice neighborhood of Paris. Really great for a Sunday walk and exploration. Kids friendly but also exciting for adults to learn a lot.” Antoine, Nov. 2021 >> See More Reviews
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