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Archéolab

The Archéolab in Pully, Switzerland, is an archaeological museum dedicated to the young public, families, people with disabilities and schools, showcasing the remains of a Roman villa and regional archaeology. Through participation and mediation, it offers a playful and interactive approach to archaeology and the discovery of Antiquity. The museum comprises two sites: the Lab, a mediation space, and the Roman villa of Pully, which houses a 15-metre-long mural fresco. It also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The Archéolab is a museum in Pully where children can discover life in Roman times through interactive workshops and activities. Birthday parties are offered with themed workshops for children aged 4 to 13, and there are also workshops specifically designed for children with intellectual disabilities. The museum is well suited to families and school groups.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Exceptional
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

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Contact

Webpage
archeolab.ch
Email
musees@pully.ch
Address
Avenue du Prieuré 4, 1009 Pully

Access

Nearby stops

  • Pully, Clergère200 meters walking distance
  • Pully, gare300 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
9m
Martigny
1h 3m
Genève
1h 4m
Sion
1h 18m
Neuchâtel
1h 24m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    The Lab entrance has a short threshold and the reception and activity space are on one level, but there are no wheelchair-adapted toilets on site (the nearest are in the Prieuré building, 70 m away). Access to the Roman villa exhibition room is via a staircase of 8 steps, with no ramp or lift; visitors should contact the museum for access.
  • Are there activities for children with intellectual disabilities?
    Yes, the Archéolab offers a programme of workshops specifically designed for children with intellectual disabilities, developed in collaboration with the École pour Enfants Atteints d'Autisme (EEAA). The museum holds the Culture inclusive label from Pro Infirmis and can welcome children with varying levels of comprehension.
  • Can I book a birthday party at the museum?
    Yes, birthday parties can be booked at the Archéolab. Several themed workshops are offered for children aged 4 to 13, each lasting 2 hours (1h30 of workshop and 30 minutes of snack) for up to 12 children, at a price of CHF 180.
  • Are school visits free?
    The educational programme (workshops and guided tours) of the Archéolab is free for public school institutions throughout Switzerland. For private institutions, the programme costs CHF 180.
  • What are the workshop prices for children?
    Mini archéos workshops for children aged 4 to 7 (1 hour) cost CHF 5 per child, while archéos juniors workshops for children aged 8 to 12 (1h30) cost CHF 10 per child.