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Museo cantonale di storia naturale

Lugano , Switzerland

Last verified: Oct 5, 2025 Source confidence: Medium Sources: Google

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Hours
Monday: Closed
Phone
091 815 47 61
Website
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Address
Viale Carlo Cattaneo 4, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

About this museum

The Museo cantonale di storia naturale offers a captivating journey through natural history, showcasing an extensive collection of animal species and meticulously crafted replicas. Visitors can explore thoughtfully designed exhibits that highlight the diverse world of mushrooms and other biological specimens. Nestled in Lugano, this free museum provides an engaging visual narrative of Switzerland's rich ecological landscape.

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Free admission every day. We combine official or place-listing data with public cultural datasets when available, then flag pages that may need a fresh check before you travel.

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Visit notes

  • Free admission every day
  • Today: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM -
  • Plan for about an hour
  • Verified Oct 5, 2025

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Free admission every day; confirm with the museum or map listing if plans are time-sensitive.

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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM -

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Viale Carlo Cattaneo 4, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

Accessibility

Wheelchair access is reported for this venue.

Listing quality

  • 2 public sources linked
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  • 4.6 rating from 291 reviews

Opening hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

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Monday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Thursday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Friday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Rating 4.7