All nature & natural history museums and attractions to visit in Carinthia

Carinthia (Austria) has a lot to offer for people that like animals, plants and anything else related to nature and its history. Below we list all 18 nature and natural history museums that are located in Carinthia.

Is nature and the natural world something that interests you and are you looking for the best nature museums to visit in Carinthia? These are the ones:

  1. Affenberg Landskron1

    Affenberg Landskron

     Villach
    Affenberg Landskron, located in Villach, is Austria's largest open-air monkey enclosure, housing approximately 160 Japanese macaques. This unique zoo offers a semi-free environment for the monkeys, allowing them to live within a fenced, forested area that provides a 40,000 m² habitat.
  2. Tierpark Rosegg2

    Tierpark Rosegg

     Sankt Lambrecht
    Tierpark Rosegg, situated in the market town of Rosegg, holds the title of being the largest animal park in the Austrian state of Carinthia. This expansive park offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore a diverse range of animal species in a natural and spacious environment.
  3. Adlerarena Burg Landskron3

    Adlerarena Burg Landskron

     Villach
    Adlerarena Burg Landskron is a unique bird of prey and owl park that offers daily flight demonstrations. This provides an opportunity for visitors to witness these magnificent creatures in action and learn about their behaviors and habits. The demonstrations are not only entertaining but also educational, aiming to bring people closer to these birds and impart valuable knowledge about them.
  4. Reptilienzoo Happ4

    Reptilienzoo Happ

     Klagenfurt
  5. Granatium Radenthein5

    Granatium Radenthein

     Radenthein
    The Granatium in Radenthein is an adventure museum that provides a comprehensive insight into the history, extraction, and use of the garnet stone. This unique museum offers an interactive experience, allowing visitors to learn about the significance of this precious stone in a fun and engaging way.
  6. Alpen Wildpark Feld am See6

    Alpen Wildpark Feld am See

     Feld am See
    The Alpen Wildpark Feld am See is a wildlife park that also houses a museum. It is situated in Feld am See, close to the winter sports resort of Bad Kleinkirchheim in Carinthia, Austria. This location offers visitors the opportunity to explore the wildlife park and museum, and also enjoy the nearby winter sports resort.
  7. Klagenfurt Botanical Garden7

    Klagenfurt Botanical Garden

     Klagenfurt
    The Klagenfurt Botanical Garden, established in 1862, is situated in a former quarry at the foot of Kreuzberg. This unique location provides a distinctive backdrop for the diverse plant life that the garden nurtures. Visitors can enjoy the blend of natural and man-made beauty that the garden offers.
  8. Reptilienzoo Nockalm8

    Reptilienzoo Nockalm

     Reichenau
    Reptilienzoo Nockalm is situated in the district of Patergassen, within the municipality of Reichenau in Carinthia, Austria. This location is easily accessible and provides a unique opportunity for visitors to explore one of the most diverse exhibitions of living venomous snakes in Europe.
  9. kärnten.museum Klagenfurt9

    kärnten.museum Klagenfurt

     Klagenfurt
    The kärnten.museum, previously known as the Carinthian State Museum, is a cultural and natural science museum situated in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Carinthia, Austria. The museum is a significant cultural and scientific institution that offers a wide range of exhibits and collections, providing a comprehensive insight into the history, culture, and natural sciences of the region.
  10. 1. Osterreichisches Fledermaushaus10

    1. Osterreichisches Fledermaushaus

     Feistritz an der Gail
  11. Alpengarten Villacher Alpe11

    Alpengarten Villacher Alpe

     Villach
    The Alpengarten Villacher Alpe is a botanical garden that offers a unique experience for nature lovers. It is situated on the Dobratsch mountain in the eastern Gailtal Alps, standing at an impressive 1500 meters above sea level. This location provides a stunning backdrop for the diverse plant life that the garden houses.
  12. Bergbaumuseum Klagenfurt12

    Bergbaumuseum Klagenfurt

     Klagenfurt
    The Bergbaumuseum Klagenfurt was situated in a 500-meter-long tunnel. This tunnel was originally created in the middle of 1942 as an air-raid shelter, driven into a quarry used for the extraction of green slate into the Kreuzbergl.
  13. Bonsai Museum13

    Bonsai Museum

     Seeboden am Millstätter See
    The Bonsai Museum is a unique destination for those interested in Japanese culture and garden art. Situated in the picturesque market town of Seeboden am Millstätter See in the Austrian state of Carinthia, the museum offers a deep dive into the world of bonsai and Japanese aesthetics. It's a private institution, which adds to its charm and exclusivity.
  14. Obir Tropfsteinhöhlen14

    Obir Tropfsteinhöhlen

     Eisenkappel-Vellach
    The Obir Dripstone Caves, also known as Obir-Tropfsteinhöhlen, are situated in the region of the market town Eisenkappel-Vellach in Carinthia, Austria. This location is known for its unique geological features and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for tourists interested in nature and geology.
  15. Biosphärenpark-Zentrum Nockalmhof15

    Biosphärenpark-Zentrum Nockalmhof

     Krems in Kärnten
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    Eselpark Maltatal

     Fischertratten
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    Vogelpark Turnersee

     Sankt Kanzian am Klopeiner See
    Vogelpark Turnersee is a bird park situated in the district of Sankt Primus, within the municipality of Sankt Kanzian am Klopeiner See in Carinthia, Austria. This location offers a serene environment for visitors to enjoy the beauty of various bird species.
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    Museum of Mushrooms

     Äußere Einöde
    The Mushroom Museum Treffen, situated in the district of Winklern in the market town of Treffen on Lake Ossiach in Carinthia, holds the unique distinction of being the only mushroom museum in Austria. This location offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore a niche aspect of Austria's natural history.