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Universeum, Science museum and zoo in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Universeum is a science museum combined with a zoo located in Gothenburg. It spreads across ten floors with sections on biology, physics, technology, rainforest habitats, and marine life, where visitors move between information displays, interactive stations, and living animals.

It was founded to make science accessible to the general public and serves as a leading science communication center in Sweden. Over time, its exhibits have been regularly updated to reflect current scientific developments and research.

The name reflects a space dedicated to all sciences and their connection to life. Visitors move between zones where living animals and interactive displays coexist, creating a sense that knowledge and nature belong together in one place.

The building is easily accessible and wheelchair friendly throughout. It is advisable to purchase tickets online in advance to save money and avoid waiting in long lines.

The location houses Wisdome Gothenburg, one of Sweden's largest visualization domes, which presents three-dimensional shows about space, ecosystems, and other scientific topics. This immersive technology allows visitors to experience scientific concepts from a completely new perspective.

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Wheelchair accessible
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Södra Vägen 50, 412 54 Göteborg
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57.69553,11.98928
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December 6, 2025 19:00
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