Museo de Ciencias de la Universidad de Navarra
Science museum on the Pamplona campus with a large collection of zoology, minerals, rocks and fossils spread over five floors.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The Museo de Ciencias de la Universidad de Navarra was born in 1998 from the Museo de Zoología and the Colección de Ciencias Naturales. Its stated aim is to bring science closer to society and to put it at the service of nature and of people.
The museum occupies the five floors of the Edificio de Ciencias, known as the Hexágono, on the Pamplona campus. From a much larger holding, around 7,000 pieces from all over the world are displayed in 94 cabinets.
The collection includes a zoology section, another for minerals, rocks and fossils, and a display of old containers, texts, tools and apparatus for pharmacy, chemistry and photography. The museum also offers activities for the general public, schools and families.
Highlights
- Around 7,000 pieces displayed in 94 cabinets
- Zoological collection with specimens from all over the world
- Section on minerals, rocks and fossils
- Display of antique pharmacy, chemistry and photography apparatus
- Exhibition spread across the five floors of the Edificio de Ciencias
Permanent exhibition
- Colecciones de zoología y ciencias naturales – Around 7,000 pieces from all over the world in 94 cabinets: animals, minerals, rocks and fossils, as well as antique pharmacy, chemistry and photography apparatus.
- Founded
- 1998
- Operated by
- Universidad de Navarra
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Free admission.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum accepts wheelchairs and strollers. It is signposted with NaviLens codes.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
The museum runs family activities, for example workshops for children aged 8 to 10.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Parada frente a la Clínica Universidad de Navarra, en la avenida de Pío XII
Urban bus lines 1, 2, 4, 15 and 18.
By car
Parking available
Parking next to the university canteen, public car parks on the Irunlarrea and Fuente del Hierro streets, and the underground car park of the Hospital de Navarra.
A cycle path crosses the campus and there is bicycle parking.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Coat check: not available
- Lockers: not available
There is no cloakroom and no lockers. Food and drink can be consumed in the cafeteria area on the second floor.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography is permitted and images may be shared on social media. |
| Good to know | Guided tours for groups are arranged Monday to Friday at museociencias@unav.es or on +34 948 425 600. There is also a virtual visit. The pieces are delicate and must not be touched, except during the activities indicated. Smoking is not permitted. |
