Roman Museum of Nyon

Roman Museum of Nyon
Archaeological museum housed in the foundations of the forum basilica of the Colonia Iulia Equestris, founded by Julius Caesar. The museum presents archaeological finds from Roman Nyon (Noviodunum), including statues, pottery, and everyday objects, with exhibitions on the amphitheatre and Roman daily life.

Families and Kids

The museum offers workshops for children aged 7-12 during school holidays (mosaics, ceramics, shields, oil lamps), gladiator training sessions (from age 8), and birthday parties with shield-making (ages 7-12). The 'Du pain et des jeux' educational activity (ages 8-10) explores Roman spectacles. Children under 16 enter free.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History

    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays

    • Entrance fee: 12 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

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

12 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Senior admission
8 CHF
Student admission
8 CHF
Group admission
0 CHF
Children under 16: Free
0 CHF
Free admission for everyone every first Sunday of the month

Contact

Webpage
mrn.ch
Email
musee.romain@nyon.ch
Address
Rue Maupertuis 9, 1260 Nyon

Access

Nearby stops

  • Nyon, Musée du Léman350 meters walking distance
  • Nyon650 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Genève
14m
Lausanne
28m
Martigny
1h 28m
Sion
1h 43m
Neuchâtel
1h 43m

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