Museum of Nature and Archaeology (MUNA)
About this heritage
The Museum of Nature and Archaeology (MUNA) in Tenerife is one of the most important museums in the Canary Islands. Its extensive collection covers both the fauna and flora of the Canary Islands as well as the archaeological legacy of the island's ancient inhabitants, the Guanches. It is a fundamental cultural center that offers visitors an educational experience about the natural and cultural history of the region.
To learn more
The museum houses an important collection of fossils, archaeological remains, pre-Hispanic objects, and an extensive display of the islands' biodiversity. Among its main exhibits is the Guanche mummy, one of the best-known in the Canary Islands, as well as a wide range of local animal and plant species. Additionally, MUNA organizes temporary exhibitions, educational activities, and cultural events throughout the year.
To know it better
MUNA is an essential educational resource for learning about the natural history of the Canary Islands and the evolution of its first inhabitants. It organizes guided tours, workshops, and educational activities aimed at students of all ages, promoting knowledge about archaeology, biology, and environmental conservation.
Location
- Municipality
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Province
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Country
- Spain
The asset
- Eco-destination
- Tenerife
- Environment
- Urban
- Relevance
- National
How to get there
- Access
- By land
The visit
- Visitable
- Yes
- Website
- museosdetenerife.org/muna
Coordinates
- Latitud
- 28.46411
- Longitud
- -16.24951