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Museum of Natural History

Morro Bay State Park Road, Morro Bay State Park, Morro Bay, CA 93442
805-772-2694
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Ranked #3 of 11 attractions in Morro Bay
Type: History Museums, Natural History Museums
Traveller Description: The fifty- year-old Museum of Natural History is the only natural history museum in the entire State Park system.  In 2002 it was completely... more »
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Atascadero, California
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118 reviews 118 reviews
22 attraction reviews
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62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The best tip I can give you is that if you have a camping reservation at the adjacent Morro Bay State Park, you get free entry to the museum. If they fail to give you the coupon, ask the park ranger at the kiosk for one & you get in free one time for your group. The museum also has... More

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Ridgecrest, California
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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Keep in mind that this is a very small museum in a very small town. However the exibits are very nice. Our teenager enjoyed it very much. The video on the seals in Morro Bay was a hit with her.

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Paso Robles CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

This is perfect for an hour for kids and adults. It is very well done with views of the ocean. We go back again and again. Great spot for picnics but get there early. You'll find the tables close to the museum.

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Titusville
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219 attraction reviews
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96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We visited the Natural History Museum and thought for $3.00 each it was a bargain. The volunteers are helpful and the exhibits are very "hands on". Young children would love this place and adults able to read will learn a great deal from the displays. There are many views of the Great Rock. There is a long walkway for the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

This was fun, easy and cheap! Perfect for young kids (4th grade and down). It's small but very hands on. Kids under 16 get in free and the price for adults wasn't bad ($4-5), no senior discount. We went here, then to the aquarium then the shell shop across the street. Took up a couple of hours.beautiful views at the... More

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Guelph, Canada
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Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Our kids loved this place, as did we! There are plenty of activities, so a good destination rain or shine. Reasonably priced as well.

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Lompoc, California
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

We hadn't been for over 20 years and we were pleasantly surprised. Lots of hands on displays, fun for the whole family.

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Atlanta
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5 attraction reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Very attentive and engaged docents! This is a good quick stop, particularly kid friendly. Really enhances teh Morro Bay experience.

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Bodfish, California, United States
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20 attraction reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

The docent staff are excellent and overly helpful with not just the museum but the entire area on what there is to do. We spent two hours touring the museum and playing with the displays. Great place to take the kids and learn more about The Rock from Rocky!

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Huntington Beach, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

Very interesting and informative with a wonderful view of the Bay. Museum has wonderful collection of native birds.

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