Abstract. The article considers the role of science and technology museums in popularization of scientific and technical heritage. The purpose of the study is to identify the potential of science and technology museums in the formation of the scientific worldview of the individual through the popularization of scientific and technical heritage in the field of tourism. The main features are established and recommendations are given for determining the criteria for the effectiveness of science and technology museums in the education in the field of tourism. It is concluded that the formation of a successful concept for the participation of science and technology museums in the development of tourism in Russia requires an integrated approach based on the interaction of scientific, educational organizations, science and technology museums and representatives of creative industries. Thanks to this, the audience of science and technology museums will be expanded and additional opportunities for the development of Russian territories will be created.

Key words: science and technology museums, scientific and technical heritage, tourism, popularization, effectiveness.