Thermometer

★★★★★ 4.7/5 (71,550 reviews) Excellent

About This Museum

You won't find another museum like this anywhere else. Tucked away on Kharkiv's main drag, this quirky little spot is a shrine to the humble thermometer, celebrating the science and artistry behind how we tell the temperature. It’s a surprisingly captivating dive into an object we all use but rarely think about. From colossal industrial gauges to delicate, jewel-like antique pieces, the variety here is astounding.

Collection Highlights

The collection is a fascinating timeline of temperature-taking, featuring everything from early medical thermometers to massive Soviet-era meteorological instruments. One of the coolest things is seeing just how many different ways humans have figured out to answer the simple question, 'How hot or cold is it?'

Visitor Information

It's a small museum, so you don't need to block out your whole day—a perfect one-hour detour while exploring Sumska Street. The staff are genuinely passionate and love sharing stories about their unique collection.

Architecture & Building

Housed in a classic Kharkiv building that blends right into the historic streetscape, with an unassuming facade that makes the treasure inside all the more delightful.

Contact & Location

Address: 61000, Височанська селищна громада, Харківський район, Харківська область, Україна

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