Musée Requien: A Natural History Treasure
Explore the natural history of Avignon and the Vaucluse region at the Musée Requien, home to over a million specimens and a vast library.
The Musée Requien in Avignon is a natural history museum founded in 1840 by naturalist Esprit Requien. Housing over 1.2 million specimens, the museum showcases the diverse flora and fauna of the Vaucluse region from prehistoric times to the present, with collections spanning geology, zoology, and botany.
A brief summary to Musée Requien
- 67 Rue Joseph Vernet, Avignon, 84000, FR
- +33413605120
- Visit website
Local tips
- Entrance to the Musée Requien is free.
- The museum is open from Tuesday to Saturday.
- Allow at least one to two hours to explore the museum's collections.
- The museum's signage is primarily in French.
Getting There
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Walking
The Musée Requien is located at 67 Rue Joseph Vernet in Avignon's city center. From the Place de l'Horloge, walk south on Rue de la République, then turn left onto Rue Joseph Vernet. The museum will be on your right. Walking from Musée Calvet takes approximately 15 minutes. Admission is free.
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Public Transport
The Musée Requien is accessible by bus. From the Avignon Centre train station, take a local bus towards the city center. Get off at a stop near Rue Joseph Vernet and walk a short distance to the museum. A single bus fare costs approximately €1.50. Admission to the museum is free.
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