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A Monaco getaway? Don’t miss a visit to the Oceanographic Museum<\/strong>! This must-see institution of the principality was inaugurated in 1910<\/strong>, in accordance with the wishes of the prince of the time, Albert I. It’s famous for its aquarium<\/strong>, but also for having been run by Commandant Cousteau<\/strong>, France’s most famous ocean explorer. Thanks to its collection of over 1,000 objects<\/strong>, the marine world will no longer hold any secrets for you! <\/p>\n\n

In this article, you’ll find some useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Why visit the Oceanographic Museum?<\/h2>\n\n

Is the museum worth it? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n

Yes, it’s well worth a visit. In fact, it’s a must-see, which is why we listed it first in our article on Monaco’s best museums<\/a>. With its impressive scale, it dominates the Rocher district, alongside the Prince’s Palace and the cathedral<\/a>. We particularly enjoyed looking for all the decorative motifs evoking the marine world in its architecture. The aquarium, with over 6,000 specimens, was awe-inspiring. Finally, we learned a great deal about ocean exploration in the stunning cabinet of curiosities and the Albert I room.<\/p>\n\n

It’s one of Monaco’s best activities<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n

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Why is it famous?<\/h3>\n\n

The museum is famous for many reasons. Firstly, it was founded by Albert I in 1889. Known as the “Navigator Prince” for his scientific campaigns, he decided to create a museum, a laboratory and a foundation, as well as the Institut Oc\u00e9anographique de Paris. Then, from 1957 to 1988, the museum was run by Commandant Cousteau, still regarded today as France’s greatest explorer. Last but not least, it features one of the world’s oldest aquariums. We therefore recommend this highly diversified tour.<\/p>\n\n

It welcomes 650,000 visitors every year! For a worry-free visit, \n book your ticket now.<\/strong>\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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Our favorite moments<\/h3>\n\n

You’ll find the details of our visit later, but we can’t resist sharing our favorites with you right now:<\/p>\n\n