All geology museums to visit in São Paulo

Discover the Earth's secrets at 5 geology museums in São Paulo. These museums feature exhibits on rocks, minerals, fossils, and the geological processes that shape our planet.

Are you fascinated by the Earth's natural history? These are the geology museums you should visit in São Paulo:

  1. Museum of Zoology of the University of São Paulo1

    Museum of Zoology of the University of São Paulo

     São Paulo
    The Museum of Zoology of the University of São Paulo, abbreviated as MZUSP, is a public natural history museum. It is situated in the historic Ipiranga district of São Paulo, Brazil. The museum is an educational and research institution that is part of the University of São Paulo. It was established at the end of the 19th century as part of the Museu Paulista and moved into a dedicated building in 1941. In 1969, the museum became a part of the University of São Paulo and received its current name.
  2. Museu Botânico Dr. João Barbosa Rodrigues2

    Museu Botânico Dr. João Barbosa Rodrigues

     São Paulo
    The Dr. João Barbosa Rodrigues Botanical Museum, also known as MBot, is a public state museum that is part of the Botanical Institute of São Paulo. It serves as a didactic-expository facility, providing educational and informative exhibits about botany. The museum is conveniently located in the Botanical Garden of São Paulo, specifically in the Cursino district of São Paulo.
  3. Museu Florestal Octávio Vecchi3

    Museu Florestal Octávio Vecchi

     São Paulo
    The Museu Florestal Octávio Vecchi is situated within the Parque Estadual Alberto Löfgren, offering visitors a chance to explore both the museum and the park during their visit. The museum is part of the organizational structure of the Instituto Florestal, a public institution dedicated to scientific research and nature conservation. It is linked to the Secretariat of Infrastructure and Environment of the state of São Paulo, ensuring its commitment to environmental preservation and education.
  4. Geosciences Museum4

    Geosciences Museum

     São Paulo
    The Geosciences Museum is situated within the University of São Paulo, more precisely on the Butantã campus. This location makes it easily accessible for visitors who are already exploring the university or those who are in the vicinity. The museum is a part of the university's Institute of Geosciences, further enhancing its credibility and appeal to those interested in geology, mineralogy, and paleontology.
  5. Museu Geológico Valdemar Lefèvre5

    Museu Geológico Valdemar Lefèvre

     São Paulo
    The museum is located in a small building that spans 340 square meters, nestled within the Parque da Água Branca in the Barra Funda district. It is home to a collection of approximately 3,500 pieces. This includes collections of minerals, rocks, and fossils, along with geological equipment, vintage photographs, and maps.