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Explore The World of Molecular Biology in our free tours.

Visits to the exhibition are available via pre-registrations only and are suitable for school groups or all those who are curious. Visits are best enjoyed by those aged 14 years or over.

Guided tours are regularly offered in German, upon request also in English.

By visiting the EMBL Campus you agree with our terms & conditions and safety guidelines.

two young women exploring the exhibition by looking at flaps introducing research organisms

Book your visit

Are you curious about molecular biology and EMBL? Explore our exhibition and book your visit – with or without a guided tour. No background in biology needed!

Are you a teacher looking to offer your pupils an inspiring out-of-the-classroom experience? For specific information on our school tours, complementary workshops and the booking request, see the link.

Book a special tour

Are you curious about specific aspects of fundamental research at EMBL? Our special tours guide you through specific interest topics. Check our calendars for the upcoming tours!

Explore further

Four special interest themes are woven into the exhibition. You can explore the themes and discover how they are connected to EMBL research via your own mobile device during your visit.

Cancer

Genetic mutations, heredity, environment and lifestyle all play a part in causing and progressing cancer.

Big Data

Data science and artificial intelligence techniques are bringing new biological insights.

Evolution

Genetic changes have driven the evolution of species over billions of years.

Science & Society

Biological research can bring enormous benefits in treating disease, but it also raises significant ethical questions.

Facilities & Accessibility

You will find accessible toilets adjacent to the World of Molecular Biology. An accessible elevator connects the two floors of the exhibition.

All visits are in the form of booked tours, in either German or English, led by a member of staff who can accommodate the specific needs of your group.

At present, there is no publicly available catering on the EMBL Heidelberg campus.

If you have any specific needs or would like to discuss our facilities, please contact: exhibition@embl.org

Getting here

The World of Molecular Biology is situated in the EMBL Imaging Centre, which is shown on the EMBL Heidelberg campus map. Please see EMBL Heidelberg’s advice on travel to the campus.