Zhejiang Travel Guide: Anji Museum of Natural History Family Trip

The Anji Branch of the Zhejiang Museum of Natural History is one of the largest natural history museums in Asia in terms of single building. Built on a mountain and integrated with the natural environment, it is known as the "Museum Growing in Nature."

The museum has 6 themed exhibition halls, with natural history as the main line. Through immersive exhibitions and interactive experiences, it leads children to explore the mysteries of the earth.

The exhibition hall is open for free, and reservations are required in advance through the official account (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, except for public holidays).
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I. Must-Visit Exhibition Halls (ranked in order)
🦖Dinosaur Hall: Giant dinosaur skeleton fossils, dynamic restoration models, and interactive projections allow children to experience the charm of prehistoric behemoths up close. Younger children can participate in fun activities such as dinosaur puzzles and fossil excavation.
🦒Beilin Hall: With the theme of African animals, realistic animal specimens and ecological scene reproductions, combined with sound and light effects, make you feel like you are in the African savannah. You can also watch an immersive film of animal migration.
🐬Ocean Hall: Through deep-sea tunnels, live jellyfish exhibitions, etc., it shows the diversity of marine life. The touch pool area allows children to feel marine life such as starfish and sea urchins with their own hands.
🌋Geology Hall: Volcano eruption simulation and ore specimen display provide an intuitive understanding of the Earth's evolution.
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II. Itinerary Planning Suggestions
1️⃣Half-Day Tour (Focus on the Museum)
⏱Morning: 9:30 Enter the museum → Dinosaur Hall → Beilin Hall → Geology Hall (approx. 2 hours)
⏱Noon: Have lunch in the museum restaurant or bring your own simple meal (picnic on the lawn outside the museum)
⏱Afternoon: Ocean Hall → Natural Art Hall → Ecology Hall (selective visit according to children's interests)
2️⃣One-Day Tour (Combined with Surrounding Attractions)
⏱Morning: In-depth tour of the Natural History Museum.
⏱Afternoon: Go to the nearby Zhongnan Baicao Garden (approx. 10 minutes) to experience animal feeding and small train tours (it is recommended to bring your own carrots).
⏱Evening: Check in to Zhongnan Resort Hotel
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III. Surrounding Facilities and Practical Information
1️⃣Accommodation
Zhongnan Resort Hotel: Lion King Hotel (lions can be seen), Tiger Hotel (tigers can be seen outside the window). The stay includes Baicao Garden tickets and a small train experience, which is suitable for families with children.
2️⃣Catering Guide
Inside the museum: The snack area provides fast food