Oceanographic museum #oceanmonaco
Regular readers of this blog know I would rather see the outside of a museum than inside. Honestly I have always had this idea of if I can’t take picture of it why would I go in? I am sure there are art pieces that stay with you forever but let’s be real not all are Van Gogh. Most likely after the visit I would forget 90% of the pieces hence why I love taking pictures. But most museums just want you to see, not touch or take pictures. Even though I understand I still don’t like it.
When I walked into the Oceanographic Museum this was my view. Somehow I got lost in this image right here, I had to take a minute to take it all in. Luckily with #oceanomonaco you can take pictures so once I managed to close my mouth I took a picture. I was truly transfixed at this entrance I mean what an entrance.
Entering the top floor of the oceanographical museum on the right are these skeletons. I was already hyper at this point of what’s to come and what a preparation.
The Shark Museum
When you enter the museum you’re caught off guard by the magnificent display of seaslife creatures on the ceiling. It’s just so unbelievably amazing and every piece has information about habitat, where they are found and what they eat. The museum even has seats in front of some display cabinets to give you chance to take it all in. There is a section on sharks where it’s all interactive, where there actually remains a of these creatures. A third section on this floor still same room are pieces that you can touch like shark teeth or skins which are just as sharp.
Once you done exploring the lower part of the museum: two sections with skeletons, one can touch, one can’t. The third part is the interactive part where you learn so much more about the many shark species. Once I was done reading each of the 8+ interactive sections I started to appreciate man is more dangerous than some of the most dangerous sharks in the waters. I have grown up with a great fear of sharks and this museum teaches which are definitely to be scared of and which ones are ok. Ok in the sense that you don’t mess with them they don’t mess with you kind of way. It was a truly interactive and educational tour and I am so glad I finally entered a museum.
The Voyage
The top deck of this top floor museum houses a lot of marine life species. Not only sharks like the majority of this side of the museum. It was nice going round on the top deck, checking out the shark skeletons hanging in the ceiling.
Once done with this part of the section I walked across the opposite side of the museum. This side was more dedicated to the many boats and laboratory that were used to prepare the many species being brought in. There are journals of Prince Albert I and other explorers detailing their experience exploring the seven seas. It was such an up close and personal side to the museum which I thought was a nice touch and very educational. A little glimpse of the history of the museum, the men behind helping to build the museum collection and many more.
Anosa says
It was an amazing day spent exploring this aweosme museum and the voyage was pretty interesting too
Anosa says
Hahaha glad to hear it
Valerie CottageMakingMommy says
I would love to see this in person. I love anything to do with water.
Anosa says
If opportunity knocks definitely check it out
Adriana says
This looks like so much fun! I’d love to go to a museum like this. They can be such a good time for all ages! I love this!
Anosa says
Oh absolutely, I sure had fun
Tiffany Hathorn says
I would love to go to this place with my son. Looks like it is very interesting and educational.
Anosa says
Very entertaining and educational for all ages
Tami - This Mom's Delight says
Oh, I think the shark museum would be most fascinating to see in person. I’ll have to take my family soon.
Anosa says
Hope you manage to as its so worth the visit
Ana Ojha says
The Oceanographic Museum gives the vibes of the Smithsonian Museums in the Washington D.C. as well as Field Museum in Chicago! I totally agree with you that there’re endless things to explore in the museums that it’s too difficult to remember everything. And clicking pictures does make sense!
Anosa says
Ooooh now I am curious about the Smothsonian and Field Museums
Jasmine says
The Oceanographic Museum looks awesome! I would love to go there with kids!
Anosa says
You should if/when opportunity knocks
PrimeBeauty says
A beautifully designed museum can really suck you in. The Oceanographic Museum looks incredible. I love anything to do with the ocean and the animals in it so I know I would love spending time here.
Anosa says
The design definitely had me from the start so I am not surprised it’s one of the most memorable places I have visited in 2016
Lisa Rios says
When it comes to Museums I do always wonder why they don’t allow us to take pictures though I know there are many who charge for taking pictures. The Oceanographic Museum looks amazing and the pictures are quiet stunning too!
Anosa says
I know right, I don’t want to commit it all to memory I want physical pictures of the inside of the museum lol
Ami Bhat says
Argh….a museum that I knw my better half would enjoy more than me. Interesting and unusual is what he would call it. For me it would be just another zoology class :).
Anosa says
Hahahaha I know the feeling but this really took me in and captivated me
Lilinha Espindula says
What a fantastic museum, I would love to visit it. I’m sure little man would love it too! 🙂
Anosa says
I loved every minute of it and I am sure y’all would too
everythingcurvyandchic says
The Oceanographic museum is a must see, adding this to my list of adventures
Anosa says
Glad to hear it
chubskulit says
What a beautiful and interesting place to explore! My kiddos would love that!
Anosa says
It sure is and I bet they would love it. It’s definitely family friendly
Terri Ramsey Beavers says
What an interesting museum. I’ve never been to an oceanographic museum before but would love to take the grand kids. It would be a great learning experience.
Anosa says
It sure would and it was my first time too
Divya @ Eat. Teach. Blog. says
Thanks for sharing a peek into the museum. I always like to get a sense of a place before I actually walk into it to make sure that it’s worth our time! This looks like a great place 🙂
Anosa says
I agree too, hence why I miss out of most because I don’t normally have the insight to the place so I dont normally like to risk it
jillconyers says
My kids love to visit museums and aquariums. We started going before they could even walk and they still love it.
Anosa says
Awww sounds absolutely lovely, I am only learning/loving them now
Mai C. says
WOW! I live for places like this when we travel! I just came from Japan and missed going to something similar. It’s nice to go to places where you can learn about marine life and more!
Anosa says
Awww bless hope on your next visit to Japan you can visit for sure. And yes it’s important to learn about marine life and how we can help protect our oceans
Our Family World says
I’m pretty sure that my kids would love to go in a museum like this! They’re really love seeing thing from a ocean.
Anosa says
Awww I bet they would totally love it
Victoria Heckstall says
What a stunning museum! When I was young, I likely go to a museum that full of history stories.
Anosa says
Awww sounds lovely. I was never one for museums but loved this one
Norah Salazar says
This museum would make a perfect family outing. I could see my kids really into the shark area.
Anosa says
It would be awesome family outing which would be entertaining and educational
Julie Porter says
I so agree with you about the magnificent entrance of this museum, it is completely spectacular! The entire building is gorgeous. The exhibits sound very interesting as well. I’m so glad most sharks do leave you alone as I once found myself quite near one while snorkeling in Jamaica!
Anosa says
Oh wow I would have either totally panicked or frozen lol
Briana Marie says
That shark museum seems so cool! This would be a really fun place to visit.
Anosa says
It is so worth a visit, its cool, fun and educational
kelly recci says
I used to bring my kids to a museum, im sure they will love Oceanographic museum!
Anosa says
I am sure they would enjoy this visit
Amber says
This place is awesome! My daughter LOVES sharks so she’d love the shark museum.
Anosa says
Awww I bet she would love it here then
Ola Broom says
Who new an oceanographical museam could be so exciting? And yes I agree, the entrance is breathtaking.
Anosa says
Not me that’s for sure until this visit
Eileen Mendoza Loya says
That is one of the grandest museum entrances I have ever seen! I would stand there open-mouthed too. The Oceanographic museum would be a place I would love to visit this coming 2017. I’m adding this to my planning list!
Anosa says
I couldn’t believe how huge the door was, so breathtaking and amazing place to visit
TinaBowling says
Wow, I don’t think I’ve ever seen such an opulent museum! What a fun and educational trip, thank you for sharing.
Anosa says
You’re most welcome, it was such an amazing experience
T-Nicole Johnson says
The Oceanographic museum looks like a must see. My son would love seeing the section on sharks. Thanks for sharing!
Anosa says
You’re most welcome, I was captivated by the sharks section too