Journey through time, from dinosaurs to lagoon life, in the magical setting of Venice’s Fondaco dei Turchi. A private tour for curious minds of all ages.
Dive into Venice’s Natural History Museum at the Fondaco dei Turchi, home to stunning dinosaur skeletons. Explore curiosities from Venetian explorers and marvel at exhibits revealing the fragility of our ecosystem.
Forget about the Doge— insatiable curiosity
rules Venice, and it runs wild within the walls of its Natural History Museum. The museum is housed in the Fondaco dei Turchi, a noble palace that once served as a trading post for Venice's controversial trading partner, Turkey, starting in 1621. Its history is reflected in the grand architecture, which overlooks the Grand Canal.
Inside, you’ll encounter some of the museum's greatest stars: the dinosaurs, including a terrifying Ouranosaurus from the Sahara and a Ptissacosaurus mongoliensis —a 120-million-year-old baby dinosaur skeleton from the Gobi Desert. Follow in the footsteps of Venetian explorers, like Marco Polo, who brought back rare specimens from far-flung corners of the world.
Wander through scientific marvels at every turn, from a 19th-century Wunderkammer(cabinet of curiosities) to a bubbling fish tank representing our fragile ecosystem. The museum offers a captivating journey into the natural history of Venice and the world beyond, making this tour a perfect blend of education, exploration, and wonder.
Keep things flexible!
Full refund for 24-hour cancellations!