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Swiss Science Center Technorama

The Swiss Science Center Technorama in Winterthur, Switzerland, is one of the largest science centers in the world, featuring over 500 interactive experiment stations across three floors. Visitors can explore a wide range of natural phenomena through themed exhibitions on topics such as light and sight, electricity and magnets, mathematics, sound, perception, and mechanics. The center also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers daily science shows, workshops, and open labs.

Families and Kids

Technorama is very suitable for children of all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. There are many hands-on exhibits, a Tinkering lab, and special workshops adapted for children. The 'The Sound of Wood' exhibition is especially recommended for small children.

Information

  • Visit duration: 240min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Lockers: True
  • Pushchair accessible: True
  • Price range: $$$
  • Topic: Science and technology
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Exceptional
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Play area, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
Monday
10:00-17:00
Tuesday
10:00-17:00
Wednesday
10:00-17:00
Thursday
10:00-17:00
Friday
10:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
10:00-17:00

Admission fees

34 CHF
Adult admission
21 CHF
Children 6–15 years
0 CHF
Children 0–5 years
31 CHF
Students, trainees (3 CHF discount)
31 CHF
Senior citizens AHV, recipients of invalidity benefits IV (3 CHF discount)
31 CHF
Groups over 10 people

Contact

Webpage
technorama.ch
Email
info@technorama.ch
Address
Technoramastrasse 1, CH-8404 Winterthur

Access

Nearby stops

  • Winterthur, Technorama100 meters walking distance
  • Winterthur Wallrüti800 meters walking distance
  • Oberwinterthur850 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
28m
St. Gallen
46m
Zug
1h 0m
Olten
1h 15m
Luzern
1h 20m

FAQ

  • Is the Technorama suitable for small children?
    Yes, small children are welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The 'The Sound of Wood' exhibition is especially recommended for small children.
  • Can I bring a stroller into the Technorama?
    Yes, strollers can be taken into the exhibition. The entire exhibition and the restaurant are pushchair-friendly. Changing tables are available by the toilets next to the cloakroom.
  • Are dogs allowed in the Technorama?
    Dogs and other animals are not permitted in the exhibition. Exceptions are made for certified guide dogs and assistance dogs.
  • Is there a restaurant or picnic area at Technorama?
    Yes, there is a restaurant open daily from 10:30 am to 3 pm (warm kitchen 11 am to 4 pm). There is also a picnic area in the atrium with seating for about 150 people, and a food trailer in the park (seasonal).
  • Are lockers available for storing baggage?
    Yes, lockers are available in the entrance area for storing baggage (with deposit). Please enquire at the Information Desk.