Grant Museum of Zoology

Name: Grant Museum of Zoology
Address: University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, London, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (0)20 3108 9000
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University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT

+44 (0)20 3108 9000 Official website

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The Grant Museum of Zoology, part of University College London, showcases over 100,000 vertebrate and invertebrate specimens collected since 1828. Highlighted are the rare Quagga skeleton, the dodo bones, and a fascinating collection of Blaschka glass models of invertebrates. The museum’s Micrarium – a back‑lit ceiling of 2,300 microscope slides – offers visitors an intimate look at the diversity of microscopic life. The museum combines scientific rigour with engaging displays, making it a must‑visit for school groups, researchers, and the curious visitor alike. With free entry and regular open days from Tuesday to Friday (1pm–5pm) and Saturday (11am–5pm), it provides an accessible window into the natural history of Earth’s fauna.

At a glance

Typical visit: about 2 hours