Collezione di Geologia "Museo Giovanni Capellini"
About This Museum
People come here to get a sense of the earth's deep, dusty history, and they are never disappointed. You walk in and are immediately dwarfed by 'Dippy,' a staggering 26-meter-long diplodocus skeleton that towers in the main hall. Beyond this gentle giant, room after room is filled with beautifully preserved fossils and glittering minerals that feel like a treasure hunt through time. It’s the kind of place where you can’t help but run your fingers over a million-year-old ammonite and just wonder.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the complete diplodocus skeleton, but don't miss the intricate fossil fish and the stunning geodes that look like they're from another planet.
Visitor Information
It's right on Via Zamboni in the university district, so it's easy to pop into while exploring Bologna. The vibe is wonderfully old-school and academic, not overly crowded.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a grand, historic university building with high ceilings and creaky wooden floors that add to its authentic, scholarly charm.
Contact & Location
Address: 63, Via Zamboni, Irnerio, Santo Stefano, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40126, Italia
Phone: +39 051 209 4555
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