Swiss National Museum

Museum · Oberstrass

Swiss National Museum

Museum · Oberstrass

Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Highlights

Nestled near Zurich's main railway station, the Swiss National Museum showcases Swiss history and culture through fascinating exhibits in a stunning setting.

Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland Get directions

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"During the winter, Zurich's Landesmuseum transforms its inner courtyard into a captivating spectacle of lights, enchanting displays, and interactive exhibits for a magical ambience that visitors of all ages will enjoy. One highlight is Illuminarium, a mesmerizing show with music, synchronized lights, and intricate projections." - Omenaa Boakye

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"Swiss concrete construction is the best in the world and Christ & Gantenbein is one of the top Swiss studios designing with the powerful material. Its 2016 extension to the Swiss national museum – an 1898 structure inspired by the historicist frippery of chateaux – is a starkly beautiful addition."

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Zoheir Touaibia

Google

The Swiss National Museum offers a solid overview of Swiss history and culture, but it feels somewhat generic. While the exhibits are well-curated, the experience lacks a unique defining feature to make it stand out. Unlike the Vienna Museum, with its extensive collections and interactive options, or the Munich Museum’s captivating scientific approach, the Swiss National Museum could benefit from a more distinctive focus or innovative presentation to elevate the visitor experience. It’s a good visit, but not particularly memorable.

Emilija Angelovska

Google

Very very good museum where you can see and learn a lot about the Swiss history. Swiss history is permanent exhibition, and there are few other temporary ones. We were there for 5 hours, and what is a point for improvement is allowing the backpacks, so the visitors can bring with them water bottles or snacks…

Ankita Roy

Google

The Swiss National Museum is a must-visit during any trip to Zurich. It’s one of the most beautiful places, showcasing Swiss history and culture in a stunning, atmospheric setting. The exhibits are fascinating and well-curated, offering a deep dive into the country’s heritage. Visiting in late November, we were treated to a picturesque snowfall that added an extra layer of magic to our experience. The peaceful winter vibes and stunning architecture make it the perfect spot to spend a few hours. A highlight of our vacation!

Chan Bak

Google

The entrance to this museum was free with a Swiss Travel Pass, and the museum was located right across the street from Zurich station. The museum's guided path allowed me to enjoy the collection from the older to the newer pieces, as each section was separated by their designated century. I enjoyed having a glimpse into Switzerland's past. I would recommend it to anyone who visits Zurich.

incognito ali

Google

Wonderful place to spend a day particularly a rainy one when you cannot enjoy outdoors. Variety of exhibits and a load of interactive displays that kids enjoy a lot. Next to the main railway station so very easy access.

Merges R.

Google

The museum showcases the history of Switzerland from its early beginnings until the present day. Is one of the attractions of the city and enjoys a central position, just a minute walk from the main railway station in Zurich. It takes approx. 2 hours to visit. The pendulum clocks were amazing 😍

Fiona Jäger

Google

The light show at the Landesmuseum Zurich was absolutely stunning! It’s a perfect way to experience art in a unique and immersive way. The only drawback was the long wait in front of the museum to get in. It would have been nice if the entry process were quicker or more organized. Despite that, it was a memorable experience and definitely worth seeing.

Rebecca Herrera

Google

I'm on vacation with my sister and this was on her bucket list and it did not disappoint! The Museum is huge and we definitely needed another day to get through it all. It had modern exhibits along with older exhibits that were amazing. It was not busy and we were able to explore without being rushed because of crowds! It is definitely a must see for anyone who loves museums.