Tickets

How much do tickets cost?

Get to know Switzerland’s birdlife in a whole new way. Become a bird yourself, let yourself be ringed and find out what bird you are – welcome to the visitor centre of the Swiss Ornithological Institute!

Admission

Adults (aged 16 and over)	CHF 15.00
Children, school children, apprentices, students, disabled visitors (with disability card)	CHF 10.00
Children under 16 accompanied by their parents/grandparents	free
Friend of the Swiss Ornithological Institute 5.- CHF off admission 10% discount in our shop	CHF 10.00

Groups

Special offers

Friends of the Ornithological Institute

Reduced admission and a 10 % discount on purchases.

Special offers

Visitor Card Lucerne

20% in the visitor centre of the Swiss Ornithological Institute.

Evening visit for groups

The perfect place for a special event.

The Ornithological Institute is the perfect place for a special event. Invite friends or family to delve into the fascinating world of birds. Enjoy a tranquil evening on the banks of Lake Sempach and visit our exhibition. One of our expert staff members will be there to welcome you and remain at your service during your visit.

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Our attractions

Survival

Experience the world from a bird's perspective

Experience the world from a bird’s perspective. You will be given a ring, hatch from the egg, choose your food and migration strategy, and be confronted with a variety of dangers.

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Garden and aviaries

With us, your prospects are bright

The banks of Lake Sempach are an inviting place to relax. In the natural paradise of the Ornithological Institute’s garden, you can watch the birds both inside and outside the aviary.

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