Museums in Zürich: free admission with ZürichCARD
Archaeological Collection of the University of Zürich
Exhibition about the fascinating world of the ancient… more
Archaeological Collection of the University of Zürich
Cast collection: more than 1000 cast of ancient sculptures.
8006 Zürich
+41 (0)44 634 28 11
www.archinst.uzh.ch
Station: ETH/Universitätsspital
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The Architectural Forum offers an opportunity to discuss and debate themes related to architecture… more
8004 Zürich
+41 (0)43 317 14 00
mail@af-z.ch
www.af-z.ch
Station: Helvetiaplatz
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Tropical rainforest? Scents of the Mediterranean? Primeval forest with tree ferns? Blooming Alpine… more
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 634 84 61
botanischer.garten@systbot.uzh.ch
www.bguz.uzh.ch
Station: Botanischer Garten
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Zürich's history comes alive here: Wide-ranging exhibitions display treasures from fifteen… more
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 268 31 00
zb@zb.unizh.ch
www.zb.unizh.ch
Station: Rudolf-Brun-Brücke
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Documentary exhibitions on socio-political topics in the galleries of Zürich‘s neo-Gothic… more
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 412 31 23
ausstellungen@zuerich.ch
www.stadt-zuerich.ch/ausstellung
Station: Helmhaus
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ETH Zürich Collection of Prints and Drawings
This collection features prints by the old masters: from Schongauer, Dürer, Rembrandt, and… more
ETH Zürich Collection of Prints and Drawings
8092 Zürich
+41 (0)44 632 40 46
info@gs.ethz.ch
www.graphischesammlung.ch
Station: ETH/Universitätsspital
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Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zürich
Through changing exhibitions and a kaleidoscope of events the Ethnographic Museum of the… more
Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zürich
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 634 90 11
musethno@vmz.uzh.ch
www.musethno.uzh.ch
Station: Rennweg
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focusTerra – The Earth Science Research and Information Centre of ETH Zurich
A fascinating geological journey from the centre of the Earth to the top of the Alpine mountains:… more
focusTerra – The Earth Science Research and Information Centre of ETH Zurich
8006 Zürich
+41 (0)44 632 62 81
info_focusterra@erdw.ethz.ch
www.focusterra.ethz.ch
Station: ETH/Universitätsspital
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gta Architecture Exhibitions ETH Zürich
The Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) displays in its exhibitions… more
gta Architecture Exhibitions ETH Zürich
8093 Zürich
+41 (0)44 633 29 36
Webseite gta Ausstellungen
Station: ETH Hönggerberg
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In the beautiful baroque interior of the guild house built 250 years ago, Swiss porcelain and… more
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 221 28 07
kanzlei@slm.admin.ch
www.nationalmuseum.ch
Station: Paradeplatz
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The Haus Konstruktiv is located in the former Selnau electricity sub-station, one of the most… more
On five floors with a total of 1,200m² exhibition area, visitors discover works of art in the context of their historical background in various ways, through changing exhibitions and presentations of collections.
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 217 70 80
info@hauskonstruktiv.ch
www.hauskonstruktiv.ch
Station: Bahnhof Selnau
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Haus zum Rech: Construction History Archive
This 800 year-old house is worth a visit for its history alone: flanked by two residential… more
Haus zum Rech: Construction History Archive
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 266 86 86
www.stadt-zuerich.ch
Station: Neumarkt
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The open cloister on the ground floor of the Helmhaus was previously used as a courtroom and… more
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 251 61 77
info@helmhaus.org
www.helmhaus.org
Station: Helmhaus
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Otherwise known as "The Interdisciplinary Learning Museum!", the KULTURAMA documents and explains… more
8032 Zürich
+41 (0)44 260 60 44
mail@kulturama.ch
www.kulturama.ch
Station: Hottingerplatz
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The Kunsthalle Zürich exhibits international contemporary art. It aims to base its exhibitions on… more
Until September 2010, the Kunsthalle Zürich (Museum of Fine Art) and other cultural institutions and galleries were located on the Löwenbräu Areal, which is Zürich’s top spot for contemporary art.
The renovations of the landmarked building on the Löwenbräu Areal will be finished in 2012, then it will be partially extended and expanded with two high-rise buildings. During this time, the Kunsthalle Zürich is displaying its exhibitions at Museum Bärengasse.
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 272 15 15
info@kunsthallezurich.ch
www.kunsthallezurich.ch
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The Kunsthaus Zürich (Museum of Fine Art) houses the most important collection of modern art in… more
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 253 84 84
info@kunsthaus.ch
www.kunsthaus.ch
Station: Kunsthaus
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migros museum of Contemporary Art
The Migros Museum of Contemporary Art is dedicated to exhibiting, collecting and making… more
migros museum of Contemporary Art
Until September 2010, the Kunsthalle Zürich (Museum of Fine Art) and other cultural institutions and galleries were located on the Löwenbräu Areal, which is Zürich’s top spot for contemporary art.
The renovations of the landmarked building on the Löwenbräu Areal will be finished in 2012, then it will be partially extended and expanded with two high-rise buildings.
During this time, the Migros Museum of Contemporary Art is located in the new exhibition rooms of the Hubertus Exhibition in Zürich-Albisrieden.
8047 Zürich
+41 (0)44 277 20 50
info@migrosmuseum.ch
www.migrosmuseum.ch
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What is money? Where does it come from? What stories can it tell? Are there alternatives to it?… more
8006 Zürich
+41 (0)44 350 73 80
info@moneymuseum.com
www.moneymuseum.com
Station: Hadlaubstrasse
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Moulage Museum of the University and the University Hospital Zurich
This small but exceptional museum exhibits lifelike, three-dimensional wax replicas of skin… more
Moulage Museum of the University and the University Hospital Zurich
This collection of medical moulds dates back to 1917 and enjoys a worldwide reputation for the best preserved, most lifelike wax moulds.
8091 Zürich
+41 (0)44 255 56 85
michael.geiges@usz.ch
www.moulagen.ch
Station: Haldenbach
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Mühlerama - Mill Museum in the Mühle Tiefenbrunnen
The Mühlerama is an experience for all the senses. The 100-year-old industrial mill clatters and… more
Mühlerama - Mill Museum in the Mühle Tiefenbrunnen
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 422 76 60
info@muehlerama.ch
www.muehlerama.ch
Station: Bahnhof Tiefenbrunnen
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Three times a year, this museum plays host to special exhibitions focusing on works by… more
Opening times and supporting programs for the special exhibitions are available on the website.
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)43 446 44 69
www.museum-bellerive.ch
Station: Höschgasse
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The Museum of Anthropology offers an overview of human evolution and early hominid finds in… more
8057 Zürich
+41 (0)44 635 49 54
museum@aim.uzh.ch
www.aim.uzh.ch
Station: Irchel
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With the worldwide increase in armaments, particularly of nuclear weapons, the protection of the… more
For this reason, Switzerland’s Air Defense was transformed into a civil protection organization in the 1950s. Similar organizations exist today in many countries. The construction of secure shelters in residential buildings became obligatory throughout Switzerland as of 1963.
The Museum’s extensive collection includes numerous well-preserved original objects, such as blackout lamps, gas masks, field kitchens or food ration coupons.
Whether it be rescue equipment or surgical instruments, the exhibits on display convey a unique museum atmosphere.
8037 Zürich Wipkingen
+41 (0)44 411 22 11
juerg.hug@zuerich.ch
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The themes of this museum are design, visual communication, shaping of the environment, art,… more
As a partner of the Zurich University of the Arts, the museum is also important for artistic education. The museum houses four important collections (Design, Graphics, Art Collections, Posters) and a specialist library open to the public.
8005 Zürich
+41 (0)43 446 67 67
welcome@museum-gestaltung.ch
www.museum-gestaltung.ch
Station: Museum für Gestaltung
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Museum of Medical History of the University of Zürich
This University Museum is dedicated to the development of medicine since prehistoric times. It… more
Museum of Medical History of the University of Zürich
It tells the story of infectious diseases such as the plague, leprosy, syphilis, smallpox, tuberculosis, polio, and Aids. The museum shows how medicines have evolved, explains how surgery used to be performed and illustrates the advances in anesthesia, asepsis, X-raying and blood substitute products which, since the 19th century, have allowed the development of modern surgery. Attitudes to patient treatments through history are also examined.
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 634 20 71
info@mhiz.uzh.ch
www.medizin-museum.uzh.ch
Station: ETH/Universitätsspital
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The Rietberg Museum in Zürich is the only art museum for non-European cultures in Switzerland. It… more
By presenting works of art, the museum seeks not only to make visitors aware of the fascinating diversity of forms of artistic expression, but also to arouse their interest in and understanding of other cultures, ideologies and religions.
The architectural highpoint of the “Emerald”, as the new museum extension is called, is the glass pavilion, which merges perfectly with the existing buildings in one of Zürich’s most beautiful parks, the Rieterpark.
8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 206 31 31
museum.rietberg@zuerich.ch
www.rietberg.ch
Station: Museum Rietberg
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Museum Strauhof Literature Exhibitions
The Museum Strauhof has four temporary exhibitions every year on literary themes. The building… more
Museum Strauhof Literature Exhibitions
The building is situated right in the heart of Zürich and has retained the character of an 18th century residence down to the present day.
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 216 31 39
literatur@prd.stzh.ch
www.strauhof.ch
Station: Rennweg
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North American Native Museum (NONAM)
In the North American Native Museum, you will find fascinating insights into the cultural… more
North American Native Museum (NONAM)
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)43 499 24 40
nonam@ssd.stzh.ch
www.nonam.ch
Station: Bahnhof Tiefenbrunnen
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Paleontological Museum of the University of Zürich
This university museum houses an important collection of marine saurians and fish species from the… more
Paleontological Museum of the University of Zürich
8006 Zürich
+41 (0)44 634 38 38
hfurrer@pim.unizh.ch
www.pim.uzh.ch
Station: ETH/Universitätsspital
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At the Shedhalle close to the “Rote Fabrik” contemporary art and sociopolitical issues are linked… more
8038 Zürich
+41 (0)44 481 59 50
info@shedhalle.ch
www.shedhalle.ch
Station: Rote Fabrik
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Visit the City Gardens to see flowers, a large show garden with botanical rarities as well as two… more
8047 Zürich
+41 (0)44 492 14 23
gsz-stadtgaertnerei@zuerich.ch
www.stadt-zuerich.ch/stadtgaertnerei
Station: Hubertus
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The Swiss National Museum was built by Gustav Gull in 1898 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the… more
Book your ticket now online or at the Tourist Service at the Main Railway Station. Free admission with the city card ZürichCARD.
Guided tour (max 20 people)
Experience the highlights of Zürich’s history at the Swiss National Museum in Zürich on a guided tour. > more Information
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 218 65 11
kanzlei@slm.admin.ch
www.landesmuseum.ch
Station: Bahnhofquai/Hauptbahnhof
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Thomas Mann Archive, ETH Zürich
Manuscripts and original furnishings from Thomas Mann’s study in… more
Thomas Mann Archive, ETH Zürich
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 632 40 45
tma@tma.gess.ethz.ch
www.tma.ethz.ch
Station: Kantonsschule
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This is where you can gain exciting insights into the history of Zürich’s streetcars. Original… more
On the museum’s own no. 21 line, you can ride as they did in the good old days in historic streetcars: year-round (except December), on the last weekend of the month
Go to the streetcar schedule for the Museum no. 21 line
8008 Zürich
+41 (0)44 380 21 62
info@tram-museum.ch
www.tram-museum.ch
Station: Burgwies
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Voliere Zürich / HelpBird bird sanctuary
About 100 mostly exotic birds to amaze visitors. Also in the building: the sanctuary for young… more
Voliere Zürich / HelpBird bird sanctuary
8002 Zürich
+41 (0)44 201 05 36
www.voliere.ch
Station: Rentenanstalt
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Watch and Clock Museum Beyer Zürich
The Beyer Clock and Watch Museum in Zürich is home to one of the most significant private… more
Watch and Clock Museum Beyer Zürich
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)43 344 63 63
www.beyer-ch.com
Station: Bahnhofstrasse/Hauptbahnhof
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Zoological Museum of the University of Zürich
The Museum of Zoology will transport you into the animal kingdom through sight, touch, and… more
Zoological Museum of the University of Zürich
Here both grown-ups and children can look through microscopes to study the beauty of tiny invertebrates or listen to the sounds of over 300 animals - from humming insects to whale songs. The variety of shapes, colors and structures in the animal world creates a sensation of awe and pleasure. The skeleton of a mammoth and the many models of rare and extinct species remind us of the changes taking place in the animal kingdom and of our responsibility for nature. Slide-shows, films and videos complete the exhibition.
8006 Zürich
+41 (0)44 634 38 38
zminfo@zm.uzh.ch
www.zm.uzh.ch
Station: ETH/Universitätsspital
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The „Zürich City of Guilds – moving pictures that move you” exhibition presents Zürich’s… more
Zürich Succulent Plant Collection
Since 1931, the Zürich Succulent Plant Collection has housed one of the largest and most important… more
Zürich Succulent Plant Collection
8002 Zürich
+41 (0)43 344 34 80
gsz-SukkulentenSammlung@zuerich.ch
www.stadt-zuerich.ch/sukkulenten
Station: Sukkulentensammlung
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Housed in one of the oldest corners of the old town, this beautiful collection of European toys… more
8001 Zürich
+41 (0)44 211 93 05
www.zürcher-spielzeugmuseum.ch
Station: Rennweg
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