Museum of Islamic Civilisations

The Musée des civilisations de l'Islam (MUCIVI) in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, is a museum dedicated to the civilisations of Islam and their histories. Its permanent reference exhibition spans two floors with six themed spaces covering chronological periods from ignorance to reinvention. The museum presents 15 centuries of Islamic civilisations through an innovative staging combining images, sounds, light atmospheres and technological devices. Housed in a listed Art Nouveau building, the museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and conferences.

Families and Kids

The museum welcomes children and families, with reduced admission for children up to 16 years old. It offers storytelling and reading workshops for younger visitors. The permanent exhibition is designed to appeal to the curious and the young as well as experienced visitors.

Information

  • Visit duration: 75 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: Culture and ethnography

    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops

    • Entrance fee: 15 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 14:00 to 18:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-18:00
Wednesday
14:00-18:00
Thursday
14:00-18:00
Friday
14:00-18:00
Saturday
14:00-18:00
Sunday
14:00-18:00

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
7 CHF
Children up to 16 years old
7 CHF
Student admission
7 CHF
AVS/AI/AC
0 CHF
Members of ICOM and AMS
10 CHF
Carte Avantages Jeunes – adults
5 CHF
Carte Avantages Jeunes – students
12 CHF
Adult groups from 12 people
5 CHF
School groups and young people from 12 people

Contact

Webpage
mucivi.ch
Email
accueil@mucivi.ch
Address
Avenue Léopold-Robert 109, 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds

Access

Nearby stops

  • La Chaux-de-Fonds, Grand-Pont100 meters walking distance
  • La Chaux-de-Fonds550 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
27m
Bern
1h 16m
Olten
1h 46m
Lausanne
1h 52m
Thun
1h 53m

FAQ

  • Is the audio guide included in the admission price?
    Yes, the audio guide is included in the price of the visit. It is available in French, German, English, Italian, Arabic and French sign language (tablet).
  • How long does a visit to the museum last?
    A visit lasts between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Can I book a guided tour of the museum?
    Yes, guided tours are available on reservation. The museum also offers services such as storytelling workshops, reading workshops, conference organisation and private corporate events including a guided tour and on-site catering.
  • Is the museum open on Mondays?
    No, the museum is closed on Mondays. It is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 14:00 to 18:00.
  • Does the museum offer a virtual tour?
    Yes, a virtual tour of the museum is available on the museum's website.

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