The Museo Nacional de Historia Natural is Guatemala's national natural history museum, located in Guatemala City at Calle Mariscal Cruz 1-56, in Zona 10. It is also known in English as the Natural History Museum.
What you will see
The museum's exhibits cover the natural world of Guatemala across several themes:
- Flora, the plant life found across the country
- Fauna, the animals that live in its forests, mountains and waters
- Geology, the rocks and landforms that shape the land
- Paleontology, the fossil record of earlier life
Displays also present the diverse ecosystems of Guatemala and the wildlife that depends on them, so a visit gives a sense of how the country's varied landscapes fit together.
Planning a visit
The museum suits anyone interested in science, nature or the country's environment, and it makes a useful stop for families and students. Because it is a national institution, it offers a focused introduction to the natural heritage of Guatemala rather than a broad survey of art or history.
Zona 10 is one of the main commercial and residential districts of Guatemala City, with restaurants, hotels and shops close by, so the museum can easily be combined with time spent in that part of the city. For opening hours, admission and current details, you can call the museum at +502 2472-0468 before you go.
