Museum of Natural History (Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle de Suisse)

Geneva’s Museum of Natural History (Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle de Suisse), Switzerland’s largest of its kind, invites visitors to explore a variety of ecosystems through highly immersive dioramas. The museum houses extensive collections by Louis Jurine, a renowned Swiss entomologist and naturalist, including hymenoptera, coleoptera, and hemiptera. One floor is dedicated to lifelike stuffed regional fauna, featuring impressive specimens such as polar bears, penguins, and whales. For those more interested in human history, the upper floors focus on the evolution of mankind and astronomy. A standout exhibit is Lucy, a bronze statue of the famous Australopithecus, one of the oldest known human fossils. Families often enjoy the earthquake simulator, adding an interactive element to the visit.