Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum)

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Visitor Information

Is Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) is free. Free entry; donations welcome at the exit by cash or TWINT.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum)?

Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 17:00, Thursday evening 17:30 to 20:00 (adults only). Closed Monday, 24 to 26 December, 31 December to 2 January, Easter Monday, Whit Monday, Sechselaeuten Monday, 1 May, 1 August and Knabenschiessen Monday.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum)?

Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) is located at Karl-Schmid-Strasse 4, 8006 Zürich, Switzerland, in the Fluntern area of Zurich.

What can I see at Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum)?

Free university natural history museum with 1,500 animals, Monte San Giorgio fossils and four dinosaur skeletons. Current highlights include Diversity of nature.

Do I need to book Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) in advance?

Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free entry; donations welcome at the exit by cash or TWINT.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum)?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

Is Naturhistorisches Museum der Universität Zürich (Zoologisches Museum) accessible?

Wheelchair accessible. Strollers should be left at home where possible due to limited space.