Universiteitsmuseum, Utrecht

Name: Universiteitsmuseum
Address: Lange Nieuwstraat 106, Utrecht, 3512 PN, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 30 253 8008

#41 among attractions in Utrecht

Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum

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Facts and practical information

Universiteitsmuseum (address: Lange Nieuwstraat 106) is a place located in Utrecht (Utrecht province) and belongs to the category of museum, specialty museum, science museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 26 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 52°5'5"N latitude and 5°7'34"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Universiteitsmuseum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Universiteitsmuseum (bus, 1 min walk), Utrecht Maliebaan (train, 8 min walk), Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn (tram, 12 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: dick bruna huis (museum, 2 min walk), Centraal Museum (museum, 3 min walk), Morren Galleries (museum, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 52°5'5"N, 5°7'34"E

Address

Lange Nieuwstraat 106Binnenstad (Lange Nieuwstraat)Utrecht 3512 PN Netherlands

Contact

+31 30 253 8008

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Universiteitsmuseum open?

Universiteitsmuseum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Universiteitsmuseum?

Nearby attractions include dick bruna huis, Utrecht (2 min walk), Centraal Museum, Utrecht (3 min walk), Morren Galleries, Utrecht (4 min walk), Sint-Martinus, Utrecht (6 min walk).

How to get to Universiteitsmuseum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Universiteitsmuseum:

Bus

Universiteitsmuseum • Lines: 2 (1 min walk)
Centraal Museum • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)

Train

Utrecht Maliebaan (8 min walk)
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn (12 min walk)

Tram

Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn • Lines: 22 (12 min walk)
Centraal Station Jaarbeursplein • Lines: 60, 61 (24 min walk)