Gosudarstvennyy Biologicheskiy Muzey Im. Timiryazeva

The museum is located in the hysterical estate of Shukin built in pseudo Russian style at the turn of XIX-XX century and has its unique atmosphere. It's collection represents excellent taxidermy, unique objects or developmental anomalies, paleontology and botany, anthropological reconstructions, dioramas and bio groups, sea shells and mushrooms' dummies. We were at family quest in the museum (kid's ticket 250 rub., Adults buy only the entrance ticket). The tasks were varied, adapted to the different ages of participants. It was interesting and achievable. We liked it and plan to visit new events.

We went during a special event for children. Normally I'm not a fan of looking at poor dead stuffed animals, but they had lots of great activities for younger children that my daughter loved. Also live reptiles and a few other creatures that they could touch. Interesting building in itself as well. Would recommend looking at their website to see what other events are taking place throughout the year. Go early though, as the queue can get huge.

It is mostly outdated. Some parts were rennovated, but even they need improvement. Information is scarce, almost no interaction. Sad to see interesting things arranged in strange fashion and without intertaining description.

Cool place in Pressnya quarters

It was fine, not sure I think I would go back until kids were a couple years older. Was okay for my 2 and 4 year old, better for slightly older. Cafe was so so for food