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Inside this museum the Oxford University Museum of Natural History houses its amazing scientific collections of geological and zoological specimens. Take your kids along as they will enjoy seeing the famous ‘Oxford Dinosaurs’, the dodo and over 150,000 specimens of zoological species, some of which are now extinct! The museum is very family friendly and throughout the year they have many events and activities for families. By the welcome desk you will find a ‘Family Trolley’ with trails for you to follow and pencils and paper for sketching.

Somewhere To Eat?

There's a cafe where you can get light meals, snacks and refreshments.

Are There Toilets?

There are toilets available.

Baby Friendly?

There are baby changing facilities and the museum is push chair friendly.

Want To Treat Yourself?

There's a museum shop where you can buy gifts and souvenirs.

Features

  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access
  • Open All Year

Category

Museums

Museums

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Opening Times

10:00 - 17:00 every day

Price Information

  • All: Free

Facilities

ToiletsBaby ChangingCafeShop

How To Get There

Directions

The museum is a 3 minute walk from the university itself on Parks Rd. If arriving by car use one of the five Park and Ride car parks.

Static google map of Oxford University Museum of Natural History

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