Natural History Museum Rotterdam Museum
Natural history museum showcasing regional fauna and fossils
Natural History Museum Rotterdam presents taxidermy, fossils and regional ecology displays aimed at families, students and local naturalists.
Natural History Museum Rotterdam at a Glance#
Address: Museumpark 9, 3015 CB Rotterdam, Netherlands
Website: https://www.nmr.nl/
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays
Admission: €7-€12 (adult); family tickets and discounts available-check museum website
About Natural History Museum Rotterdam#
The Natural History Museum Rotterdam (Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam) is a city museum dedicated to zoology, geology and regional natural history in Rotterdam, South Holland.
Exhibits cover local and global natural history topics with specimens, taxidermy, fossils and educational displays aimed at families and school groups. The museum also runs temporary exhibitions and public programs focused on biodiversity and natural science.
Founded as a city collection in the 19th and 20th centuries, the museum has developed its collections of specimens and outreach programs over time to serve Rotterdam and the wider region.
The museum is located in the Hillegersberg area of Rotterdam, within the city’s suburban fabric and accessible by public transport.
- Collections: The museum focuses on regional natural history with displays of local fauna, fossils and taxidermy collections suited to school groups and families.
How to Get to Natural History Museum Rotterdam#
The museum is in Museumpark, a short tram ride from Rotterdam Centraal (tram lines 2, 12). It’s within walking distance of the Kunsthal and other Museumpark institutions.
Tips for Visiting Natural History Museum Rotterdam#
- Weekday mornings are best to avoid school groups and families.
- Focus on the region's natural history-local fossil and bird collections are particularly strong.
- The botanical displays change seasonally; check the website for temporary exhibitions.
Best Time to Visit Natural History Museum Rotterdam#
Visit on weekdays to avoid school group crowds; pair with other Museumpark institutions.
Weather & Climate near Natural History Museum Rotterdam#
Natural History Museum Rotterdam's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (892 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 74 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.2h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 56 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 5.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 13° | 6° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 75 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 18° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 18° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 93 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 98 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 84 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
