Swiss National Museum

Next to the main railway station.

The Swiss National Museum (Landesmuseum) occupies a building from 1898 beside Zurich's main station. Its exhibitions cover Swiss history, crafts, and design, and it hosts temporary exhibitions.

Swiss history Next to the station Rainy days

Essential details

Quick facts

Ticket price: Paid admission; check the official site.
Hours: Closed on Mondays; check hours.
Recommended visit: 2 hours.

Getting there

Address: Museumstrasse 2, Zurich.
Nearest transport: Zurich Hauptbahnhof.
On foot: A minute from the station.

Accessibility & comfort

Access: Lifts serve the floors.
Crowds: Quiet on weekdays.
Facilities: Cafe, shop, and restrooms.

                        
                            How to fit Swiss National Museum into your day
                        
                                Morning: Visit before the crowds.
                            
                                Midday: Lunch at the museum cafe.
                            
                                Afternoon: Walk to the Old Town.

Before you go

Check exhibitions.
Use the museum as a rainy-day stop.
Combine with the Platzspitz park.