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Vivarium de Meyrin

Vivarium de Meyrin
The Vivarium de Meyrin, located in Meyrin near Geneva, Switzerland, is a vivarium displaying more than 200 animals from around the world representing about 50 species. Its 70 landscaped terrariums are planted and decorated to reproduce the natural habitat of their inhabitants, with a focus on reptiles and amphibians. The site also hosts an educational reptile school and offers animal sponsorship. The vivarium hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Zoo
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open every day except 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January: Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00. During all school holidays, open continuously from 10:00 to 17:00.
Monday
14:00-17:00
Tuesday
14:00-17:00
Wednesday
14:00-17:00
Thursday
14:00-17:00
Friday
14:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
10:00-17:00

Admission fees

11 CHF
Adult admission
6 CHF
Children aged 6 to 16
9 CHF
AVS, AI, students, unemployed
8 CHF
Groups (min. 10, max. 20 people), over 16 years
5 CHF
Groups (min. 10, max. 20 people), aged 6 to 16

Contact

Webpage
vivariumdemeyrin.ch
Email
info@vivariumdemeyrin.ch
Address
32a, rue Cardinal-Journet, 1217 Meyrin

Access

Nearby stops

  • Meyrin, Jardin-Alpin-Vivarium50 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Genève
15m
Lausanne
1h 3m
Martigny
2h 4m
Sion
2h 19m
Neuchâtel
2h 19m

FAQ

  • Is the Vivarium de Meyrin accessible to people with disabilities?
    Yes, the website states that the Vivarium is accessible to people with disabilities.
  • What payment methods are accepted at the Vivarium de Meyrin?
    The Vivarium accepts Mastercard, Maestro, Visa and Postcard payment cards.
  • Can I sponsor an animal at the Vivarium de Meyrin?
    Yes, visitors can sponsor one or more animals from a list of species including turtles, snakes, lizards, frogs and tarantulas to contribute to their care.
  • Does the Vivarium de Meyrin offer guided tours?
    Yes, guided tours are available upon reservation for a supplement of 50 CHF.