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Oceanographic Museum
A museum and aquarium built into a sea cliff, once led by Jacques Cousteau.
Paid entry about 2 h
For storytellers
Why Oceanographic Museum matters
This grand building clings to the cliff above the sea. It was founded in the early twentieth century by Prince Albert I, and the explorer Jacques Cousteau directed it for decades. Inside you find a large aquarium, a shark lagoon and displays on ocean science, and the rooftop terrace has views.
Talking points
- It clings to a sea cliff.
- Cousteau directed it for decades.
- The roof terrace has views.
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