The stunning exhibitions of the Peabody Museum of Natural History are sure to amaze visitors of all ages. In addition to the Great Hall of Dinosaurs, visitors can discover Egyptian mummies, sabre-toothed cats and Native American artefacts. Multiple youth programs are held during the summer.

Address: 170 Whitney Avenue

Website: www.yale.edu/peabody

Telephone: (203) 432 5050

Transport: The Yale Peabody museum is on New Haven's "J" bus route

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 12pm to 5pm

Admission: $9 (adults), $5 (children 3-18). Other concessions available. Free individual admission on Thursday afternoons, between 2pm and 5pm, during the months of September to June