Presentation
Welcome to the Zoological Collection of the University of Bologna, where you can stroll around and look at the creatures which have been living on our planet. Game trophies, two great dioramas of Italian environments, an Indian Rhinoceros and a Sunfish: everything in one place! Come and enjoy our collection: you will be surprised by the variety of rare and fascinating animal species you will encounter.
INFORMATION AND SERVICES
Address
Via Selmi, 3 - 40126 Bologna
Contacts
+39 051 2094960
Scientific Advisor Prof. Marco Musiani
Opening hours
Winter opening hours valid from September 1 to May 31
Tuesday - Friday: 9am - 1pm
Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays: 10am - 6pm
Summer opening hours
Valid from June 1 to July 31
Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 1pm
Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays: 10am - 6pm
Valid from August 1 to August 31
Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 1pm
Closed on working Mondays, January 1, May 1, Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays of August, December 24 and 25
On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays of August, the Collection will be accessible by participating in the guided tours, educational workshops and scheduled events.
Tickets
Free admission
SERVICES FOR SPECIAL OPENINGS
100 € (fixed fee for max 2 hours) + staff costs
50 € for every extra hours
Further information
INDEPENDENT GROUPS
Groups of more than 10 persons on an independent visit are required to notify the museum venue in advance.
GUIDED AND EDUCATIONAL TOURS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
For more information, consult the VISIT page.
BABY PIT STOP
Dedicated breastfeeding areas donated by Club Soroptimist Bologna, in the framework of UNICEF programme "Insieme per l'allattamento".
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Toilets