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# Technorama – Swiss Science Center

> Technorama is Switzerland's only science center, located in Winterthur. It offers 500+ hands-on exhibits, labs, workshops, outdoor science installations, and shows. Open 365 days a year from 10:00–17:00.

Technorama’s mission is to inspire curiosity and enthusiasm for science and technology through interactive, hands-on experiences (“come to grips”). It serves families, school groups, and adult audiences, with all materials available in German, English, French, and Italian.

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## Visitor Information

- **Opening Hours:** Open 365 days a year from 10:00 to 17:00.  
- **Arrival:** The center recommends booking tickets in advance at booking.technorama.ch to ensure a smooth entry. Technorama is accessible by train (S-Bahn from Zurich to Winterthur, then bus 5 to "Technorama") or by car (parking available).  

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Technorama operates multiple specialized websites:  
- **technorama.ch** – Main portal with visitor info, exhibitions, shows, workshops, events.  
- **explorer.technorama.ch** – Interactive searchable database of exhibits and shows, allowing custom visit planning.  
- **booking.technorama.ch** – Handles ticket sales, reservations, and event bookings.  
- **gb.technorama.ch** – Corporate governance and annual reports with visitor statistics and institutional strategy.  
- **jobs.technorama.ch** – Careers portal with job postings and corporate culture info.  
- **technorama2050.ch** – Dedicated to the CHF 60M renovation/expansion project (2027–2030).  

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## Key Offerings

- **Indoor Exhibitions:** Thematic areas (Mindscapes, Electricity & Magnets, Mathemagic, etc.).  
- **Technorama Outdoors:** 30+ large-scale installations (wind, sun, water) around the Wonder Bridge.  
- **Shows:** Electricity and gas demonstrations. *Note:* Lightning show closed May–Nov 2025.  
- **Labs & Workshops:** Practical science labs (biology, chemistry, physics) and Tinkering Lab for creativity.  
- **Special Events:** e.g., “Night Shift” – an adults-only evening event mixing science with music, art, and entertainment.  

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## Highlights from Annual Reports (gb.technorama.ch)

- **Visitor Growth:** 364,286 visitors in 2023, 372,023 in 2024 (+25% since 2019).  
- **School Visits:** ~64,000 students per year.  
- **Website Engagement:** technorama.ch page views grew from 1.7M (2023) to 1.9M (2024).  
- **Strategic Projects:**  
  - *Technorama 2050*: Major infrastructure renovation and expansion due to crowding and aging building.  
  - *Inclusion Initiatives*: “Kultur inklusiv” label, NaviLens system for visually impaired visitors.  
  - *Content Renewal*: Revamp of Electricity & Magnets exhibit; new Tinkering Lab.  

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## Technorama 2050 Project

- **Budget:** CHF 60M (Public CHF 21.8M, Private CHF 23.9M, Own CHF 14.3M).  
- **Timeline:** 2027–2030. Main building closed for 18 months (temporary facilities open).  
- **Features:** New “Piazza” atrium (15m high) with water installation, natural light, quiet zones, and event capacity (800 guests). Expanded restaurant, improved acoustics, modernized infrastructure.  

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## Booking & Prices (booking.technorama.ch, 2025)

- **Tickets:** Adult CHF 34, Child 6–15 CHF 21, <6 free. Discounts: CHF 3 for students/seniors/IV, 50% with KulturLegi. Groups (10+) CHF 31.  
- **Annual Pass:** Adult CHF 110, Child CHF 50, Family CHF 160–270.  
- **School Classes:** CHF 19 (varies by canton).  
- **Passes:** Winterthur 2-day Museum Pass accepted; Swiss Museum Pass & Raiffeisen cards not accepted.  
- **Packages:** Includes hotel bundles and corporate event bookings.  

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## Jobs & Careers (jobs.technorama.ch)

- **Employees:** 120–147 staff, largest out-of-school learning institution in Switzerland.  
- **Roles:** Includes visitor-facing Hosts and Event Specialists (technical support for shows/events).  
- **Culture:** Emphasizes creative freedom and teamwork. Mixed external reviews cite high pressure and low pay.  

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## Explorer (explorer.technorama.ch)

A planning tool and searchable database of all exhibits, workshops, and shows. Includes detailed descriptions and categories (Exhibits, Shows, Activities, Workshops). Examples:  
- **Wave Machine:** Optical caustics phenomena.  
- **Rotating Tunnel:** Illusion challenging balance.  
- **Ames Room:** Height perception illusion.  
- **Chaotic Pendulum:** Demonstrates chaotic motion.  
- **Falling Water:** Outdoor Wonder Bridge installation (5 tons of falling water).  
- **Digital Sundial:** Displays time with sunlight only.  

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## Docs

- [Main site](https://www.technorama.ch): Visitor info, exhibits, opening hours, events.
- [Explorer](https://explorer.technorama.ch): Database of exhibits and visit planning.
- [Annual Reports](https://gb.technorama.ch): KPIs, strategic developments, governance.
- [Jobs](https://jobs.technorama.ch): Open positions, application process.
- [Booking](https://booking.technorama.ch): Tickets, group bookings, corporate events.
- [Technorama 2050](https://technorama2050.ch): Renovation and expansion project details.

## Optional

- [Special Events](https://www.technorama.ch): Night Shift and seasonal events.
- [Wonder Bridge](https://www.technorama.ch): Outdoor installations and architecture.