Archaeological Collection of the University of Zurich

The Archaeological Collection of the University of Zurich in Zurich, Switzerland is the oldest Swiss public collection devoted exclusively to the archaeology of the Mediterranean region and the Near East. Its permanent exhibition presents original works from Greek, Etruscan and Roman antiquity as well as from ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia and Asia Minor, including masterpieces of Greek vase painting, sculptures, paintings and a wide variety of small objects. The museum also houses one of the most internationally significant plaster cast collections of ancient sculpture, with around 1,500 replicas. The museum regularly hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Entrance fee: 0 CHF
    • Free entrance: Yes
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Friday from 14:00 to 18:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00; closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-18:00
Wednesday
14:00-18:00
Thursday
14:00-18:00
Friday
14:00-18:00
Saturday
12:00-17:00
Sunday
12:00-17:00

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
archaeologische-sammlung.uzh.ch
Email
archaeologische-sammlung@iaka.uzh.ch
Address
Rämistrasse 73, 8006 Zürich

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, ETH/Universitätsspital250 meters walking distance
  • Zürich, Platte350 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
12m
Zug
36m
Olten
44m
Luzern
56m
Bern
1h 8m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible for people with reduced mobility?
    Yes. The premises are equipped for people with mobility impairments. There is a wheelchair-accessible toilet on the first basement level, all floors are served by a lift, and the wheelchair-accessible entrance is located at the rear of the building, accessible via a marked gravel path from Karl-Schmid-Strasse, where a parking space is also available.
  • Can I book a guided tour for a group?
    Yes. The museum offers individually designed guided tours for groups, for example for company events, association outings or school excursions. For advice you can contact the museum by phone or email.
  • Are drawing classes possible in the plaster cast collection?
    Yes. The plaster cast collection offers many excellent models for practising and perfecting drawing skills. Visits by drawing classes require prior registration by phone or email, and course leaders must submit a completed form at reception.
  • Is the museum closed on public holidays?
    Yes. The museum is closed on Mondays and on public holidays. On some holidays there are special opening hours, for example on Maundy Thursday and the Saturday before Pentecost the museum is open with reduced hours, while on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Ascension Day and Christmas it is closed.

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