Museum
National Museum of Natural History, Malta
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The National Museum of Natural History in Mdina is housed in the 18th-century Palazzo Vilhena, a grand baroque palace. Its exhibits showcase Malta's diverse natural heritage, including geology, paleontology, and flora and fauna. Visitors can see fossils of prehistoric animals, including dwarf elephants and hippos that once lived on the islands, as well as displays on Maltese birds, insects, and marine life. The museum's setting in a historic palace adds to the experience, blending science with architectural beauty.
Don't miss
- See fossils of extinct dwarf elephants and hippos that roamed Malta during the Ice Age.
- Explore the extensive collection of Maltese birds, including migratory species.
- Admire the baroque architecture of Palazzo Vilhena, the museum's historic home.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit National Museum of Natural History, Malta
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inLondon: Natural History Museum Guided Tour & Audio Guide4.4★ · 186 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
Best full dayPrivate Customizable Full-Day Tour in Malta4.9★ · 627 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$282 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Tour - A Monumental Maltese Experience5★ · 402 travelers6–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$348 per personSee dates →More attractions in Mdina