Museum of the World Ocean Tourism

The Museum of the World Ocean is a unique cultural institution located in the city of Kaliningrad, Russia. Nestled along the picturesque banks of the Pregolya River, the museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the diverse aspects of the world's aquatic environments and maritime heritage. Spread across several locations, its main exhibit is the Vityaz, a legendary research vessel that has been converted into a museum ship. Visitors can explore the ship's various laboratories and living quarters, getting a feel for life at sea. The museum's collection is vast and multifaceted, including everything from aquariums rich with marine life to exhibits on oceanography, marine ecology, and naval history. Other than Vityaz, the museum grounds feature a submarine, the B-413, and a space communication ship, the Cosmonaut Viktor Patsayev, open for exploration. With an emphasis on education and research, the Museum of the World Ocean also engages in important scientific work. It is an invaluable resource for understanding the complexities of oceanic ecosystems and the history of human interaction with the sea.