Le Musée des Minéraux de la Sorbonne

Inside Sorbonne University’s historic Jussieu campus lies one of the city's most fascinating and underrated treasures.

Smart Tips Before You Go

Prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience

Bring cash

The museum does not accept credit or debit cards

Join a free guided tour

The second Thursday of every month from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (reservation required).

Photography

Allowed

Smart Tips Before You Go

Prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience

Bring cash

The museum does not accept credit or debit cards

Join a free guided tour

The second Thursday of every month from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (reservation required).

Photography

Allowed

Work Schedule

Tuesday to Saturday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays
Summer schedule may vary.

Quick Tips

Best Visit Times: Weekday afternoon

Suggested Duration: Allocate 1 hour

Visiting with children: Ask for the free activity booklet designed for young visitors. During Paris school holidays, the museum also organizes free workshops and guided activities for children aged 5–12.

On-site Amenities

Accessibility available

Restrooms available

Gift shop with mineral-themed books and souvenirs

Price

Full price

6€

Reduced price

3€

Free admissions

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History

Discover how this historic landmark evolved over centuries

The Musée des Minéraux de la Sorbonne traces its origins to 1823, when French mineralogist François-Sulpice Beudant began assembling a scientific mineral collection for educational and research purposes.

Over the following two centuries, the collection grew through scientific expeditions, donations, acquisitions, and exchanges with institutions worldwide. Today, it houses nearly 16,000 mineral specimens, making it one of France’s most important university mineral collections.

History

Discover how this historic landmark evolved over centuries

The Musée des Minéraux de la Sorbonne traces its origins to 1823, when French mineralogist François-Sulpice Beudant began assembling a scientific mineral collection for educational and research purposes.

Over the following two centuries, the collection grew through scientific expeditions, donations, acquisitions, and exchanges with institutions worldwide. Today, it houses nearly 16,000 mineral specimens, making it one of France’s most important university mineral collections.

How to get there

Address

4 Pl. Jussieu, 75005 Paris

Website

https://mineraux.sorbonne-universite.fr/

Tel

0144275288

How to get to the Musée des Minéraux de la Sorbonne in Paris: metro lines 7 and 10 at Jussieu; buses 67 and 89 at Jussieu.

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