Nikola Tesla left a remarkable mark on the world of science, and his name is mentioned in almost every technical and science museum around the world. There are even several museums that bear the Serbian-American inventor’s name across the Balkan region, and you should consider visiting these three.
Nikola Tesla Memorial Center – Smiljan, Croatia
This museum is located in the tiny village of Smiljan—Tesla’s birthplace—and it’s one of the best places to explore his work and life. In addition to housing artifacts and photographs from his early years, it also features prototypes of Tesla’s inventions.
Nikola Tesla Museum – Belgrade, Serbia
In addition to being the leading institution dedicated to Tesla’s life and work, this museum also serves as the scientist’s resting place. The interactive exhibition features a short film about Tesla’s life, authentic working models of Tesla’s machines, and his personal items and artifacts.
Nikola Tesla Technical Museum – Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb’s technical museum isn’t solely dedicated to Nikola Tesla, but the replica of his study is one of its main tourist attractions. It also features several other sections, including a planetarium, a beehive exhibit, and models of planes and steam engines.