Admission to: Gallery of Mineralogy and Geology
Tour guide
Admission to Children's gallery and virtual reality room
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Free for visitors aged 0-25 or with disabilities and their caregiver
This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
Cloakroom available on-site free of charge
Due to capacity management, you have to reserve a timeslot on the official website after your booking
Discover the dazzling wonders of the Geology and Mineralogy Gallery, where nearly 600 extraordinary mineral specimens await. Marvel at giant quartz crystals weighing up to three tons and exquisite geodes filled with shimmering amethyst. A captivating film narrates their journey from Brazil to the museum in 1983. Beyond natural treasures, the gallery showcases rare crown jewels, including Louis XIV’s grand sapphire, Charles X’s opulent opal, and Alexander I’s diamond-encrusted snuffbox. As you admire these stunning displays, delve into the science behind their creation, uncovering the fascinating processes that form these rare and precious stones. Perfect for both gemstone enthusiasts and curious learners, this gallery promises a visually and intellectually enriching experience
By bus: Takes lines 24, 57, 61, 63, 67, 89, 91
By train: Please stop by Gare d'Austerlitz and Gare de Lyon
By metro: Takes line 5 Gare d'Austerlitz, Line 7 Censier Daubenton, Line 10 Jussieu or Gare d'Austerlitz, RER C Gare d'Austerlitz
By bus shuttle: Please stop at Garden of Plants