5 cool excursions for families in the Winterthur region

Whether action-packed adventures, educational discoveries or leisurely moments in nature: the Winterthur region also offers countless exciting experiences for families. Here you will find the best excursion destinations in Winterthur for an unforgettable family day out. For more excursion tips with children, the children's region is the perfect place to go.

Thurauen Nature Center

A great destination for families who want to experience nature: The Thurauen Nature Center in Flaach offers an exciting exhibition on the floodplain landscape, a varied adventure trail and a wide range of guided tours. Ideal for an educational and relaxing day in the countryside.

Workshop in the museum

During the school vacations, many of Winterthur's museums are transformed into creative adventure spaces for children. Whether it's handicraft tinkering in the Gewerbemuseum, exciting discoveries in the Nature Museum 's vacation workshop or creative family workshops in the Fotomuseum - there's something for everyone here. An ideal mix of learning, amazement and participation!


Swiss Science Center Technorama

The motto here is: Touch, try, marvel. Over 500 interactive stations make natural phenomena tangible and tangible - perfect for curious minds of all ages and an exciting excursion in any weather!
The Technorama package also includes an overnight stay in a hotel and a public transport ticket.


Llama trekking at Wyland Usziit

Get up close and personal with the fluffy llamas in the middle of nature. Whether leisurely through the forest or actively across meadows and fields: The relaxing tours not only make children's eyes light up, but also help adults forget the stress of everyday life in no time at all.


Skills Park

A real action paradise awaits you and your family in the Skills Park! Trampoline, skateboard, parkour or freestyle - you can really let off steam here. The huge hall offers areas for all levels and is ideal for practising new tricks, having fun and getting rid of energy.