KULTURAMA Museum of Human Evolution

The KULTURAMA Museum of Human Evolution in Zurich, Switzerland, is an interdisciplinary learning museum dedicated to human evolution, human biology, cultural history and learning psychology. Its permanent exhibitions cover the evolution of life and humans up to early cultures, the human life course from conception to death, and how humans learn, complemented by a hands-on discovery trail. The museum also hosts a changing temporary exhibition each year and offers a wide range of museum-pedagogical programmes for schools, families and adults.

Families and Kids

The museum offers family tours, children's workshops and birthday parties, as well as a hands-on discovery trail where children can touch, listen, look, smell and try things out. A visit from school age accompanied by an adult is recommended, and an adult companion is required for guided tours and workshops.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: Natural history
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays
    • Entrance fee: 14 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

Open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 1 pm to 5 pm, Wednesday from 1 pm to 8 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 1 pm to 6 pm. The museum is temporarily closed for refurbishment from 13 July to 3 August 2026.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
13:00-17:00
Wednesday
13:00-20:00
Thursday
13:00-17:00
Friday
13:00-17:00
Saturday
13:00-18:00
Sunday
13:00-18:00

Admission fees

14 CHF
Adult admission
11 CHF
In education (16-25 years with Legi) and IV
9 CHF
6-16 years
0 CHF
PHZH students, lecturers and staff with valid ID

Contact

Webpage
kulturama.ch
Email
mail@kulturama.ch
Address
Englischviertelstrasse 9, 8032 Zürich

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, Hottingerplatz150 meters walking distance
  • Zürich, Englischviertelstrasse350 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
9m
Zug
35m
Olten
45m
Luzern
55m
St. Gallen
1h 3m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    The main building is accessible via a few steps or a platform lift, and all floors of the main building are reachable by lift. All exhibition rooms in the main building are barrier-free. However, the 'How we learn' exhibition in the annex building is not wheelchair accessible due to stairs.
  • Are dogs allowed in the museum?
    Animals are not allowed in the museum, with the exception of clearly marked assistance dogs. A fenced dog area with a dog house is available directly next to the museum.
  • Is photography allowed in the museum?
    Photo and video recordings are permitted exclusively for private purposes, without flash, tripod or selfie stick.
  • Are there refreshment facilities in the museum?
    A drinks and snack vending machine as well as a coffee machine with seating are available in the foyer. The museum shop is located in the entrance area and is also accessible without a museum visit.
  • Is there a recommended age for visiting children?
    The museum is aimed at adults, teenagers and children. For children, a visit from school age accompanied by an adult is recommended. An adult companion is also required for guided tours and workshops.
  • Are there reduced admission prices for people with disabilities?
    People with an IV disability card pay a reduced admission price of CHF 11. With the KulturLegi of the Canton of Zurich, visitors receive a 50% reduction on the regular admission price.

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