Collection de Minéraux de Sorbonne Université — Attraction in Paris

Awesome mineralogical collection, probably one of the best worldwide. I really like how minerals are organised (by chemistry/ type) and the dark room with well illuminated showcases is just perfection. Entrance fee is 6€/p (cheaper for students and children). You need to enter in Jussieu (Paris VI) and follow the sign in order to access the collection (ground floor). If you're in love with minerals, do not forget to visit the two others collections in Paris: the ones from Ecole des Mines and the one from natural history...

It is a mineral museum in the Sorbonne University. It is not large, but you can see quite a few gemstones.

You can see how raw gemstones such as gold and ruby are, and in the form of stalactites or stalagmites as they are created. In addition, several pebbles and pieces of stone are available at low prices.

Please note that students of the Sorbonne can view it free of charge and you can have a discount if you have a ticket to the Musée de Minéralogie, near the...

There's no overstating how insanely cool this collection is. Many of the specimens are the best-known on earth. Absolutely beautiful arrangement and scheme of display. Also, there's the crazy "radioactive stuff" room in the back corner. Not free but 100% worth the price. Lots of good food in the area also if you're not hanging...