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Pisa’s Natural History Museum: the Museum in the Chartusian Monastery

Pisa’s Natural History Museum is located in the magnificent Certosa (Carthusian Monastery) di Calci and is one of the most ancient museums in the world.

It was founded in the 16th century and today it hosts several collections: minerals, dinosaurs, animals from the world and a beautiful aquarium.

Natural History Museum Calci

Natural History Museum Calci

A huge collection in a wonderful building, a XIV century Monastery of incalculable historical-architectural value

Natural History Museum of Calci

Natural History Museum of Calci

All animals are in perfect conditions and offer a unique opportunity to travel the world within 2 hours…

Natural History Museum Calci

Natural History Museum Calci

…even the unexpected ones

Natural History Museum Calci

Natural History Museum Calci

Natural History Museum Calci

Natural History Museum Calci

But the Monastery is not just the Museum: it’s a magnificent building with gardens and spectacular views

Natural History Museum Calci

Natural History Museum Calci

30 Minutes drive from MSM

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