Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is a museums & exhibits in Fukui, Japan, best suited for all ages. It is priced in the $ range. Regularly ranked among the world's three great dinosaur museums, this hall has roughly 50 full skeletons on display, including Fukuiraptor and Fukuisaurus dug up just down the road.
Regularly ranked among the world's three great dinosaur museums, this hall has roughly 50 full skeletons on display, including Fukuiraptor and Fukuisaurus dug up just down the road. Kids can watch real fossil preparation through viewing windows, and the museum sells timed tickets in peak season, so booking ahead saves a wasted trip.
- Address: 51-11 Terao, Muroko-cho, Katsuyama-shi, Fukui 911-8601
- Hours: 9:00-17:00 daily (extended in summer), closed 2nd/4th Wed and Dec 31-Jan 1
- Official website
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Good to know
- Where is Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum?
- Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is located at 51-11 Terao, Muroko-cho, Katsuyama-shi, Fukui 911-8601, in Fukui, Japan. Directions to Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps are on this page.
- How much does Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum cost?
- Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is priced in the $ range. Check the official website for current ticket prices.
- Is Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum good for kids?
- Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is best for all ages. Regularly ranked among the world's three great dinosaur museums, this hall has roughly 50 full skeletons on display, including Fukuiraptor and Fukuisaurus dug up just down the road.
- What other dinosaur activities are near Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum?
- Within 100 km you'll find 3 more dinosaur spots: Fukui Station Dinosaur Plaza, Katsuyama Station Dinosaur Statues, Kitadani Dinosaur Quarry Field Station. The map on this page shows them all.
Last verified August 2026 from official venue sources.