Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reach the museum by public transport?

Yes! It’s a 5 minute walk from Tram 2 or Bus 89 (stop “Kappeli”)

Where can I park my car?

The largest parking garage is “Parkhaus Letzipark” (Parkhaus Letzipark map). Another closer by option is “Buckhauserstrasse 36 Parking” (Buckhauserstrasse 36 Parking map).

Can I drop someone off directly at the museum?

Of course! You can drive straight up the museum’s entrance to drop someone off. No parking allowed since you will risk a fine.

How accessible is your museum?

Our museum is wheelchair accessible, however please call or send an email beforehand, so that we can activate the entrance elevator close to outside stairs. Afterwards you can easily go by elevator yourself to the first floor, where the museum is located. A large part of the videogames are available seated.

Can I buy tickets online??

Yes, you can buy tickets online via our website. We advise you to book your tickets in advance, especially during busy periods such as weekends and school holidays, since we have limited space in our museum.

Can I buy tickets directly at the museum?

Of course you can! Just go up to our counter and purchase a ticket. Keep in mind, that we are not able to accept cash.

I can visit the museum for two hours?

Correct! Your ticket is valid for two hours to enjoy the museum. After those two hours you can leave through the main entrance.

Can I visit outside of a set timeslot?

You can visit the museum outside the set timeslot of two hours, however if you come outside of the set timeslot you may have less time to visit the museum.

What is Gift Voucher and how to use it?

This voucher grants admission to the interactive video game museum GamePlaza. There, visitors can play unlimited games for two hours on classic consoles, arcade machines, PCs and much more in a lively and interactive environment.

To redeem the gift voucher, please book your desired time slot in advance via our booking system (Book here). Admission is only valid for the selected date and time. Please show your gift voucher when you visit GamePlaza. You will find the ticket attached to your order e-mail.

Can I celebrate my birthday at GamePlaza?

Yes you can! We offer special birthday packages which you can easily book online (Birthday Package).

Can I book the museum for company events?

Yes! We offer customized company packages for your company. Please contact us directly via our contact from (Contact Us).

Any ticket discount for specific category?

Category Price
Students (with valid student ID)19 CHF
Adults with IV card18 CHF
Children with IV card15 CHF
Companion of IV visitor (with official companion card)FREE
KulturLegi / Social support programs Adults18 CHF
KulturLegi / Social support programs Children (6–15)15 CHF

Note: Discounts are only granted upon presentation of a valid ID

Can I donate my video game collection to GamePlaza?

We would be very happy to receive your donation! In case you are interested to donate, please contact us via our contact form (Contact Us).

Can I invest into GamePlaza?

We are more than happy to have you as an investor. Please contact us directly via our contact form (Contact Us).

Are pets allowed at GamePlaza?

No, pets are not allowed in Gameplaza unless you have a assistance dog (with official ID).

Which holidays are you opened?

Our website will indicate when we are opened on special occasions. You can find the current opening times here (Opening Hour).

Is the museum suitable for kids?

Yes, the museum is suitable for kids from 6 years old and over. Kids aged 5 and under may enter the museum for free with adult supervision & adult ticket. We have marked the video games according to the official video game age rating so that adults can see which video games are suitable for the age of their children. We have as well interactive videogames and play areas specially designed for young visitors.