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CERN Science Gateway

The CERN particle physics research centre has a purpose built museum presenting the history of CERN, our universe and quantum science at a level accessible to all. Almost all exhibits are interactive and are presented in five languages (French, English, German, Italian and Spanish). There are also workshops for children (free, 45 mins) and guided tours (90 mins) of the premises which can only be booked on site. The reception has a souvenir shop; this is your opportunity to get yourself a CERN helmet!

Address: 1, Esplanade des Particules
Hours: 9AM-5PM Tue-Sun
Price: Free
Website: visits.web.cern.ch (opens in a new tab)

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