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Novartis Pavillon

The Novartis Pavillon in Basel, Switzerland, is an exhibition, meeting and event centre on the Novartis Campus. It is home to the interactive exhibition 'Wonders of Medicine', which explores the past, present and future of medicine, healthcare and science. The building features a zero-energy media façade with over 30,000 LED cores powered by solar panels. The Pavillon also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and life science events.

Families and Kids

Children are welcome at the Novartis Pavillon, and baby-changing facilities are available. The exhibition is aimed at a general audience from about age 12 and older. Children under 12 receive free entry.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Lockers: True
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Science and technology
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-18:00
Wednesday
10:00-18:00
Thursday
10:00-18:00
Friday
10:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-18:00
Sunday
10:00-18:00

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
0 CHF
Free entry for children under 12, students/apprentices with student ID, Swiss Museum Pass, Raiffeisen Member Plus
7.5 CHF
BaselCard: CHF 7.50

Contact

Webpage
campus.novartis.com
Email
pavillon@novartis.com
Address
St. Johanns-Hafen-Weg 5, 4056 Basel

Access

Nearby stops

  • Basel, Novartis Campus200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Basel SBB
18m
Olten
52m
Zürich HB
1h 20m
Bern
1h 23m
Luzern
1h 33m

FAQ

  • Is the Novartis Pavillon fully wheelchair accessible?
    Yes, the Novartis Pavillon and the Wonders of Medicine exhibition are fully accessible for all visitors. Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
  • Are there lockers or a cloakroom available on site?
    Yes, visitors can leave coats and bags in the cloakroom located next to the welcome desk, or make use of the lockers on site.
  • Is there a café or restaurant at the Novartis Pavillon?
    Yes, the Novartis Pavillon has a café offering snacks, light bites and hot and cold drinks, with food made from local suppliers. It is open Tuesday to Friday from 8:00 to 18:00 and Saturday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.
  • Is there a gift shop at the Novartis Pavillon?
    Yes, the Novartis Pavillon shop is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. Only card payments are accepted.
  • Is free Wi-Fi available at the Novartis Pavillon?
    Yes, all visitors are invited to make use of free Wi-Fi at the Novartis Pavillon.