The museum is located in the Paraninfo building, which served as the Faculty of Medicine and Sciences of the University of Zaragoza until 1986.
It holds the 'Longinos Navás' collection, one of the most important historical entomological collections in Spain.
The collection includes fossilized remains of extinct rhinoceroses and other prehistoric mammals found in the Ebro Basin.
The building itself, designed by architect Ricardo Magdalena, is considered a prime example of late 19th-century academic architecture in Spain.
The museum preserves original teaching materials used by the university throughout the 20th century.
The Museo de Ciencias Naturales de la Universidad de Zaragoza is housed within the Paraninfo building, a historic architectural site in the city center. It features an extensive collection focused on the natural history of the Aragon region, including significant fossil remains from the Tertiary period. The museum displays a notable collection of Longinos Navás's entomological specimens. Visitors can view taxidermied animals, mineral samples, and anatomical models that span several centuries of university research. The institution integrates scientific outreach with the preservation of historic academic heritage.
The interior grand staircase of the Paraninfo building provides the most striking architectural backdrop for photographs.
Combine your visit with a walk through the Paraninfo building to view its grand staircase and historic library.
Check the official website before visiting, as the museum frequently hosts temporary scientific exhibitions that change seasonally.
The museum is relatively compact; plan to spend time appreciating the architecture of the host building as well.
Do not confuse this location with the larger city-run museums; this is a university-managed facility with a specific academic focus.
Closed on Mondays and major public holidays; typically closed during specific university academic recesses.
Maintain a quiet tone, as the Paraninfo building also houses administrative offices and library spaces where academic work is conducted.
