Natural Sciences Museum Complex (Dolphinarium)
Complexul Muzeal de Științe ale Naturii
A museum complex built around Romania's first dolphinarium, with dolphin shows, a planetarium, the Microdelta wetland exhibit and an aviary of exotic birds.
The complex lies in northern Constanța on the road to Mamaia. Opened in 1972, its dolphinarium was the first in Romania and stages shows featuring bottlenose dolphins. Other attractions include a planetarium and observatory, the Microdelta exhibit that recreates the ecosystem of the Danube Delta, and an exotic bird house. It's a good option for a family half-day outing. Each attraction sells tickets separately, or you can buy a combined pass. Check the official website for show times. It's about a 15-minute bus ride from the Old Town.
Opening hours
About 10:00–18:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Aqua Magic Mamaia
- Romanian Navy Museum
- Museum of Folk Art
- Hunchiar Mosque
- Ovid Square & Old Town
- National History and Archaeology Museum
- Tomis Marina
- Roman Mosaic Edifice