Exhibition
©Bruno Barbey/Magnum Photos
Photo exhibition "Manger dehors!"

Explore different aspects of the diversity of outdoor gastronomy through the 'Eating outside' exhibition. On display in our Discovery Area, a selection of images by Magnum photographers showcase a range of traditions and contemporary trends.

What's on
Tuesday to Sunday
Culinary demos

All audiences

Included in the price of the entrance ticket

Our chefs share their know-how with you during culinary demonstrations.

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In a single bite

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Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
Scientific animations

All audiences

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Discover the incredible story of a little square that has traveled the world and hides in almost all our foods!

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The sweet transformations: a sugar tale

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According to calendar
Escape Game

Group, from 12 years old

Flate rate from CHF 240.00

Welcome to AL2049, the escape game that thrusts you into a futuristic Alimentarium!

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AL2049

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Workshops
Roll up your sleeves!

Sharing knowledge and skills is what we do. With passion. That’s why the Alimentarium organises daily culinary workshops and classes led by qualified chefs.

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Exhibition
Nestlé
Salle Nestlé

In the only room of the Alimentarium that has preserved its historical appearance, previously serving as the headquarters for General Management of the Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company from 1921 to 1936, you will be transported back in time to experience the remarkable journey initiated by Henri Nestlé in 1867. 

Our exhibitions

The permanent exhibition « Food - the essence of life », accompanied by animations and culinary demonstrations, will take you into the world of food. As for the myriad of plants in the magnificent Alimentarium Garden, they are an integral part of the exhibition. We look forward to seeing you!

Audio guide
Audioguide
Dive into the heart of the exhibition!

Discover the permanent exhibition Eating – The essence of life with our audio guide, taking you to the heart of food and everything it implies.

What's on
Every day except Mondays
Self-guided tour

All audiences

From CHF 4.00

For over 35 years already, the world’s first-ever food-themed museum has been sharing a global and independent view of the many aspects of the human diet.

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Entrance ticket

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Wed
27.11.2024
10:00
Thu
28.11.2024
10:00
Fri
29.11.2024
10:00
Sat
30.11.2024
10:00
Sun
01.12.2024
10:00
Tue
03.12.2024
10:00
Wed
04.12.2024
10:00
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Every day except Mondays
Guided tour

From 6 years old

From CHF 120.00

Discover the fascinating history of food, from how it is produced and transported, to what and how we eat around the world.

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French guided tours

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Every day except Mondays
Special offer

All audiences

From CHF 13.00

How about visiting two extraordinary places full of fun and history, both on the same day?

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Alimentarium & Chaplin’s World

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Visiting the Museum
Self-guided & guided tours

Alone or in a group, accompanied by a guide or not: discover all our offers - single or combined with other museums...

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