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Universeum

Welcome to 9,000 m2 of adventure

Universeum is the national science centre of Sweden and a powerful arena for education and popular education in science, technology and sustainable development.

The large building in the middle of Gothenburg houses science and experiences about the whole world – from large world oceans and the Amazon rainforest to a chemistry lab, technology lab and space. Here, children and adults gain knowledge and power to make the earth a better and more sustainable place to live.

The rainforest at Universeum

18 000 cubic metres of adventure – Welcome to The green rainforest. A 25 meter tall kapok tree with suspension bridges take you on adventures and offers impressive views of the rainforest.

Reptilariet at Universeum

Explore a unique exhibition of venomous snakes and lizards. The exhibition “Reptilariet” lets you get really close to a unique collection of venomous snakes and lizards, while at the same time you explore inspiring discoveries in for example medicin and technology.

The chemistry lab at Universeum

Explore the magic of chemistry like a real chemist. Chemistry is all around – and in – us, all the time. In the Chemistry Lab you can conduct thrilling experiments and find out more.

Aquarium at Universeum

Among the biggest aquariums in the world. Altogether the Universeum aquariums houses over three million litres of water.

Space exhibition at Universeum

Try the life of an astronaut. There are 40 different stations to see at the exhibition. Try to bicycle to the moon or take a space walk.

The rainforest at Universeum

18 000 cubic metres of adventure – Welcome to The green rainforest. A 25 meter tall kapok tree with suspension bridges take you on adventures and offers impressive views of the rainforest.