Senckenberg Museum

Senckenberg Museum

Introduction: It is the largest natural history museum in Germany and one of the most famous in the world. It showcases the changes of the Earth over four billion years and the evolution of various life forms.

The museum houses millions of plant and animal specimens, paleontological fossils, and mineral and rock samples from around the world, many of which are rare treasures. Its paleontology exhibits are particularly rich, featuring a wide range of ancient species including various prehistoric fish, dinosaurs, Archaeopteryx, and mammals.

In the square in front of the museum, two life-sized dinosaur replicas are displayed, allowing visitors to embark on a journey through time and nature even before entering the building.

The museum is divided into four exhibition halls: the Reptile Hall, the Mammal Hall, the Insect and Bird Hall, and the Marine Life Hall.

Among them, the Reptile Hall boasts the richest collection of reptilian specimens in Europe.

Next to the Mammal Hall is the so-called “Research Platform,” where visitors can explore the secrets of the rainforest—an exciting area especially for children. Kids come here full of curiosity, observing the distribution of animals at different levels of the rainforest just like real scientists. Descendants of the dinosaur era such as pythons, turtles, and Komodo dragons continue their evolutionary journey.

The “Time Machine” in the exhibition hall—a huge time wheel—simulates the changes of the Earth’s surface through multimedia technology. Through it, visitors can see the past 750 million years ago or the future 250 million years ahead, reflecting on or looking forward to the development of the planet.

Computer information service points throughout the museum provide visitors who wish to delve deeper into specific topics with ample information. The museum cinema vividly recreates the process of natural evolution using modern technology. Admission / Opening Hours: Opening Hours: Daily from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesdays from 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Closed: December 24, December 31, January 1 Admission Fees: Adults (ages 16–65) €6; Seniors (66+) €5; Children (ages 6–15) €3

Frankfurt, Germany