FAQ

General information about the House of Switzerland

What is the House of Switzerland?

What is the purpose of the House of Switzerland?

Who are the organisers of the House of Switzerland?

Who are the partners supporting the House of Switzerland?

How much does the House of Switzerland cost and how is it funded?

Who is the House of Switzerland’s target group?

Is the House of Switzerland also going to be open during the Paralympic Games from 29 August to 09 September 2012?

I would like to play a part in the House of Switzerland project. How can I apply for a job there?

Visiting the House of Switzerland

Why should I visit the House of Switzerland?

When is the House of Switzerland UK 2012 operating and what are its opening times?

Is the House of Switzerland going to be open whatever the weather?

What time can be most recommended for visiting the House of Switzerland?

Whereabouts in London is the House of Switzerland UK 2012?

How do I get from the airport to the House of Switzerland?

Is the route to the House of Switzerland going to be signposted?

Is there an admission charge for the House of Switzerland?

Is the whole of the House of Switzerland open to the public?

Is the House of Switzerland accessible for wheelchairs?

Am I allowed to visit the House of Switzerland with my dog?

How many visitors are expected at the House of Switzerland?

Am I likely to have to queue before I can to get into the House of Switzerland?

Activities in the House of Switzerland

What organised events are taking place in the House of Switzerland? Where can I find out more about them?

Do I need a special ticket to be able to attend concerts or medal celebrations?

What possibilities exist for obtaining information about the House of Switzerland?

Is there a local source of information about the House of Switzerland?

Can I acquire typical Swiss souvenirs in the House of Switzerland?

If overnight accommodation available in the House of Switzerland? 

Catering in the House of Switzerland

What catering arrangements are there in the House of Switzerland?

Am I allowed to consume my own food and drinks in the House of Switzerland?

Sport in the House of Switzerland

Is it possible to encounter Swiss athletes in the House of Switzerland?

Is the Swiss delegation going to be spending the night in the House of Switzerland?

Can I follow the Olympic contests directly in the House of Switzerland?

Can I obtain admission tickets for Olympic Park in the House of Switzerland?

How do I get from the House of Switzerland to Olympic Park?