About
What to expect
This scavenger hunt looks at how the museum mounts animals and preserves bones.
- See a tiger and a 30,000-kilo sperm whale
- Find out how animals are mounted
- Learn how bones are preserved
- For children aged 7 to 14
- €2.50 per hunt, plus admission ticket
Questions
When does Behind the scenes start and end?
Behind the scenes runs Saturday, 31 October 2026, 11:00 until 17:00.
Where is Behind the scenes?
Behind the scenes takes place at Natuurhistorisch Museum, Westzeedijk 345, Rotterdam.
How much are tickets for Behind the scenes?
Tickets for Behind the scenes cost €2.50 on the official ticket shop.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Advance booking is required.
Reserve on the museum website: museum.nl
What happens during Behind the scenes?
You find out how the museum mounts animals and preserves bones.
Kids
Getting there
Natuurhistorisch Museum, Westzeedijk 345, 3015 AA Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, NL
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