Anhui Geological Museum
安徽省地质博物馆
A geology and paleontology museum in Hefei's Government Affairs District, where dinosaur skeletons and mineral and gemstone displays are a hit with families.
The Anhui Geological Museum's building resembles layered strata. Its galleries cover Earth's evolution, paleontology, mineral resources and gems, with fossils including Chaohu dragon and Anhui ancient mammals, as well as large dinosaur skeletons. Many interactive exhibits make it suitable for children. Admission is free, but advance booking through official channels is required, and slots fill quickly on holidays. Getting there: take the Metro to a station near Swan Lake and walk from there. It can be visited together with Tian'e Lake and the Anhui Celebrities Museum.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00; closed Mondays (check official site)
Nearby sights
- Anhui Museum
- Tian'e Lake (Swan Lake)
- Huiyuan (Anhui Garden)
- Hefei Wildlife Park
- Dashushan Mountain
- Hefei Botanical Garden
- Leijie Food Street
- Hefei City God Temple