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Best Museums in Switzerland: An Indulgent Introduction to Indigenous European Journeys
Switzerland is home to a wide range of attractions, both natural and institutional, that pull in tourists from far and wide. Among these are the most popular, various acclaimed museums in Switzerland, which are known for their outstanding displays from across a range of interests and faculties. The likes of prominent science as well as art institutions are known for their expansive collections of displays.
You can also find various specialised museums in Switzerland, which house exhibits focused on a vast range of topics like chocolate, transport, cartoons, etc. Some of the most popular museums in Switzerland include the likes of the Swiss National Museum, Fondation Beyeler, Museum Rietberg, Swiss Transport Museum, Swiss Science Center Technorama, FIFA Museum, Chaplin’s World, Olympics Museum, and others.
Explore the Diverse Museums of Switzerland
Art Museums
1 - Kunsthaus Zurich
Known as one of the biggest art museums in Switzerland, Kunsthaus Zurich is home to some of the rarest art collections and artefacts sourced from various timelines. Here, you can find exhibits that span about 800 years of the history of art and creativity in the country. The museum is also home to one of the biggest art collections, donated by Zurcher Kunstgesellschaft. Housed in two different buildings with an underpass connection, this museum houses masterpieces from the likes of Monet, Van Gogh, Manet, Canaletto, etc.
- Address: The museum is situated in Heimplatz, Zurich and getting here is easy via tram through lines 5, 8, 15, etc. You have to get down at the Kunsthaus stop and walk a few minutes from there to reach this museum.
- Hours of Operation: The museum remains open from Tuesday to Sunday with varied timings. It remains closed on Mondays.
2 - Museum Rietberg
A museum focused on displaying non-indigenous pieces of art, Museum Reitberg is the largest of its kind in Switzerland. The various non-European cultures from which the artworks have been sourced for display at this museum include African, Asian, Oceanian and American pieces of art. One of the best museums in Switzerland for art lovers, it houses about 250 Indian paintings created between the 15th and 19th centuries, along with magnificent collections from other non-European origins.
- Address: Located in Rieterpark at Gablerstrasse, Zurich, the museum can be reached easily via tram line 7 or bus line 38 with museum stops for both means of commute.
- Hours of Operation: Usual hours to visit the museum are between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm, with extended hours up to 8:00 pm on Wednesdays. The museum remains closed on Mondays.
History Museums
1 - Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum
One of the unique open-air museums in Switzerland, Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum, houses some of the most wonderful historical buildings. In the museum are also displayed various crafts, farm animals and means of occupation related to the locals here. It spans across a massive area of 64 hectares and is home to about 100 commercial and historical buildings designed across different architectural styles of Switzerland.
- Address: It is located at Museumsstrasse, in Hofstetten bei Brienz, and is well-connected with various means of public transportation, like train, PostBus, etc.
- Hours of Operation: The museum remains open daily. Opens at 10:00 am with seasonal variations in closing time.
2 - Swiss National Museum
Among the most popular history and culture museums in Switzerland, the Swiss National Museum is home to rare artefacts from the country’s cultural history that trace its evolution and lineage. There are about 870,000 artworks related to craftsmanship and other details of the culture displayed in this museum across 14 display segments.
- Address: Situated just adjacent to the Central Station and near the Platzspitz Park, the museum located in Museumstrasse, Zurich, is easily accessible via the main train station Zurich HB, also called the Central Station.
- Hours of Operation: Open from Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm; closed on Mondays.
Science & Technology Museums
1 - Swiss Science Center Technorama
The largest interactive science centre of Europe and a popular science and technology museum in Switzerland, this one displays about 500 interactive exhibits for hands-on experience and learning. It also houses about 7 laboratories in which visitors can carry out science experiments in real life. Attractions like indoor scientific stations and Wonder Bridge are a hit among visitors here.
- Address: Located at Technoramastrasse, Winterthur, the museum is well-connected with multiple means of public transport. You can get down at Oberwinterthur station by train and walk about 10 minutes to reach this museum. Direct bus connectivity is also available up to this museum.
- Hours of Operation: Remains open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
2 - CERN Science Gateway
CERN Science Gateway is one of the top science museums in Switzerland known for its innovative science and technology experiences that are authentic and innovative. It is known for its advanced scientific facilities put on display, especially related to the world of astronomy and pulls large crowds of science nerds and geeks.
- Address: Located in Meyrin at Esplanade del Particules and is easily accessible through various means of transport, like Tram line 18 and bus lines 67/68.
- Hours of Operation: Open from Tuesday to Sunday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Remains closed on Mondays.
Cultural & Speciality Museums
1 - FIFA Museum
A speciality museum for football fans, the FIFA Museum is a football museum with ownership and operational rights remaining with the FIFA association. The museum highlights all the FIFA greats across the history of the associations, including trophies won by countries, best players, descriptions of competitions held, and so much more. One of the unique museums in Switzerland, it protects the culture and heritage of football globally.
- Address: The museum is located at Seestrasse in Zurich and is easy to reach via tram lines 5, 6 and 7.
- Hours of Operation: Open from Tuesday to Sunday; hours are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
2 - Swiss Transport Museum
A rare significator of Swiss culture, heritage and speciality, it is one of the rare museums in Switzerland known for transportation exhibits. You can find various means of transport put on exhibit here across railways, roadways and airways, including the latest and the earliest technologies used.
- Address: The museum in Lucerne is located at Haldenstrasse. You can reach here easily via bus or train, each available just 10 minutes away.
- Hours of Operation: Remains open daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Children’s Museums
1 - LEbrickGO Museum
Take your kid/s to explore one of the rare children’s museums in Switzerland known for its diverse range of creative installations. Here, kids can explore the extent of their creativity with an extensive LEGO set’s collection. It also has an impressive private collection, wherein the LEGO models are contributed by various LEGO enthusiasts.
- Address: In Binningen, the museum is located at Oberwilerstrasse and is easily accessible via multiple means of public transport like bus and local Binningen connectivity.
- Hours of Operation: Opens from Tuesday to Friday with varied timings and remains closed on Mondays.
Special Events and Night Tours in Museums of Switzerland
Long Night of Zurich Museums
The Long Night of Zurich Museums is a popular recurring event in which museums in Zurich participate, featuring various performances, installations, activities, special tours and a lively atmosphere at night. It is one of the rare events in which the Zurich museums in Switzerland come out to show their rare exhibits not displayed on a daily basis.
Transport Exhibit-inspired Events
At the Swiss Museum of Transport are hosted various unique events and gatherings are hosted in transport exhibits inspired by original setups. You can also find various celebratory events and tours organised here from time to time.