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Strauhof

The Strauhof in Zurich, Switzerland, is a museum without a collection that presents and communicates literature in diverse ways. It stages exhibitions, Wild Cards and events devoted to literary works, authors and thematic focuses. The museum is housed in a baroque townhouse in Zurich's old town and also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The Strauhof offers comic workshops for children and young people aged 7 and up, where participants draw their own stories. Some workshops are open to parents as well. Children under 16 receive free admission.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Performing arts and literature
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Friday from 12:00 to 18:00 (Thursday until 22:00) and Saturday to Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. The museum is currently closed until early September due to renovation.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00-18:00
Wednesday
12:00-18:00
Thursday
12:00-22:00
Friday
12:00-18:00
Saturday
11:00-17:00
Sunday
11:00-17:00

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
6 CHF
Reduced admission
0 CHF
Free for under 16s
0 CHF
Annual pass, Museumspass/Raiffeisen card, Zürich Card, VMS/ICOM free
6 CHF
Kulturlegi, ISIC/ITIC/IYTC CHF 6

Contact

Webpage
strauhof.ch
Email
info@strauhof.ch
Address
Augustinergasse 9, 8001 Zürich

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, Rennweg250 meters walking distance
  • Zürich, Rathaus300 meters walking distance
  • Zürich, Paradeplatz350 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
8m
Zug
33m
Olten
39m
Luzern
53m
St. Gallen
1h 3m

FAQ

  • Is the Strauhof currently open?
    The Strauhof is temporarily closed until early September due to renovation work on the stairwell to improve fire safety.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    The historic Strauhof building is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Visitors are asked to contact the museum to find out which parts of the current exhibition are accessible by wheelchair. Accompanying persons of visitors with disabilities receive free admission.
  • What kind of museum is the Strauhof?
    The Strauhof is a museum without a collection that presents and communicates literature in diverse ways. It stages exhibitions, Wild Cards and events devoted to literary works, authors and thematic focuses.
  • Are there guided tours available?
    Yes, the Strauhof offers public guided tours, which last about 50 minutes and require registration. Private guided tours are also available for groups of up to 15 people, both during and outside opening hours.
  • Does the museum offer activities for school classes?
    Yes, the Strauhof offers interactive workshops for school classes, primarily outside regular opening hours. There is also a digital platform for teachers with videos, audio recordings and texts related to the exhibitions.