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A must:

the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco

The Oceanographic Museum in Monaco is a must-see for families visiting the Côte d’Azur! Dive into the tropics and discover the turbulent life of a coral reef and its inhabitants.

At the museum, slip into the shoes of a reporter and set off on a mission to the heart of the polar world thanks to the “Mission Polaire” exhibition!

A VERITABLE TEMPLE TO THE SEA

The Oceanographic Museum, built into the side of a cliff, rises 85 metres above the sea.

Discover the marine world and admire species from the Mediterranean and tropical seas.

When you visit the Monaco Oceanographic Museum, you can observe over 6,000 specimens in the basins of this Temple of the Sea. You can touch a starfish, stroke a baby shark and even feed the fish. Or just stand in awe of the impressive 2.8-tonne suspended whale skeleton!

From the large 450,000-litre shark tank to the smallest aquariums, admire these showcases of unsuspected treasures! Then embark on the odyssey of the sea turtles, the doyens of the oceans. With its world-renowned expertise, a visit to Monaco’s Oceanographic Museum is a must during your stay on the Côte d’Azur.

Explore the fun and technological “Monaco & the Ocean” area, in the footsteps of the Princes of Monaco.

Discover the Oceanographic Museum

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A LITTLE HISTORY OF MONACO’S OCEANOGRAPHIC MUSEUM!

A sailor and pioneer of oceanography, attracted by travel and science from an early age, Prince Albert I directed 28 scientific campaigns, dedicating a large part of his life to the study of the oceans.

In order to promote knowledge of oceanography, he created a temple entirely dedicated to the sea: the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco.

Created in 1906, this foundation, which is recognised as being in the public interest, is supported by two establishments: the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco and the Maison des Océans in Paris.

The Mediterranean 2050 exhibition

Dive into a space-time journey to the heart of the Mediterranean!

The “Mediterranean 2050” exhibition is on show at the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco as part of the Year of the Sea 2025.

Are you intrigued by the Mediterranean, which still holds many secrets for you? Discover its extraordinary history and take an interest in the future of this emblematic sea!

The exhibition takes you on a journey through time and space, divided into four themed areas on two levels:

1️⃣ Oceanomania: Reveal the memory of the Mediterranean for 35 million years
2️⃣ Oceano Monaco: Travel with the Princes of Monaco, protectors of the Mediterranean
3️⃣ Oceano Odyssey: Meet the cetaceans of 2050 in the Pelagos sanctuary
4️⃣ My Oceano Med: Take up the challenge and get involved for the Mediterranean

Discover the origins of the Mediterranean, the biodiversity it harbours, the civilisations that have shaped it and the solutions for protecting it. Emblematic marine mammals, digital content and immersive displays come together for a 360° experience.

The great Mediterranean voyage can begin!

Discover the Mediterranean 2050 exhibition

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ENTERTAINMENT FOR CHILDREN

Activities are available on Wednesday afternoons, weekends and during the school holidays.

Activities for children include 360° exploration of the marine world, a digital experience and marine curiosities, a whale skeleton animation, a touch tank where you can feed the animals, stroke a baby shark or touch a starfish, and discover piranhas… These activities offer a different view of the marine environment and help to raise children’s awareness of the marine world.