The VR hands-on birdly (R) in action in the exhibition "In motion".

Birdly® – The VR flight experience

You would like to fulfil your dream of flying and float through the air like a bird?

For everyone

Age 10+

Guide / Action

Impressive virtual reality experience and innovative robotics technology enable visitors to explore cities, underwater worlds and the age of dinosaurs in a vivid full-body experience!

A spectacular new arrival awaits all daring and thrill-seeking visitors in our permanent exhibition In motion: Birdly^® gives visitors the opportunity to fly like a bird and discover fantastic perspectives in a realistic virtual reality experience. For an even more immersive full-body experience, users control their flight by moving their arms while they can even feel the wind on their faces. In addition, accompanying visitors can watch the Birdly^® flight on a large-format screen.

Duration of the VR flight: ca. 3–4 minutes
Location: exhibition In motion, level 1
Tickets: You can book your ticket within a 30-minute time slot both online and at the museum’s ticket counter.
Procedure: Please arrive on time for your time slot. You will be familiarised with the handling of Birdly^® by our staff and then select your desired programme. Our ground crew will also coordinate the order of take-off and landing permissions among the participants within the 30-minute time slot.

You can choose between six virtual reality experiences:

Chicago
Spread your wings and enjoy the spectacular skyline of Chicago. Feel the beating heart of the city while you rush over the Chicago River, or just enjoy the breeze around your beak as you glide over Grant Park.

Birdly Insects
In our latest VR experience, you can immerse yourself in the wondrous world of insects. Explore the world from the perspective of a butterfly or a bee, experience dramatic scenes and marvel at the diversity and abilities of these little heroes. A unique full-body experience for young and old - only real is more beautiful!

Jurassic Flight
In this VR experience, visitors can discover the world 150 million years ago from a pterosaur’s eye view and experience prehistorical landscapes and various dinosaurs up close.
Reef Dive
Fancy admiring colourful coral reefs and swimming with dolphins and manta rays? This VR experience allows more than just literally “plunging into” the fascinating underwater world.

Zurich
On this extraordinary “city trip”, visitors can explore the narrow, winding alleys of the historic city centre or cross Lake Zürich.

Wingsuit
Experience the adrenaline kick of a "wingsuit flight" for yourself? The new VR experience at TMW shows a whole new side of the Swiss Alps: Users start on the terrace of the mountain station and race along mountain slopes and gorges down into the valley.A unique full-body experience for young and old – only reality is even more beautiful!

Please note that this activity has limited accessibility.

Meeting point: In Motion exhibition, Level 1

Duration: 30min

Group size: 4

Adult € 3,90
Under 19 years € 3,90

Important Information

Age +10

Minimum height: 130 cm
Required arm length (fingertips to armpit): min. 60 cm

The VR station is supervised throughout the operating hours and disinfected after each use.

Sat 07.11.11:00–11:30