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In Zurich, museums range from iconic spots to local favorites. Below are some of the best options to explore.

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museums in Zurich

Discover 19 museums in Zurich. Real reviews, verified locations, and practical details to plan your visit to Switzerland.

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10 Museums in Zurich

Swiss National Museum
Popular
Zürich

Displays on aspects of Switzerland's history, plus handicrafts, homewares & an armory tower.

History Buffs
Culture Seekers
Families
Swiss History Exhibits
Armory Tower
Traditional Handicrafts
Varies
Kunsthaus Zürich
Popular
Zürich

Art museum with major European collections from 15th century to the present, plus temporary shows.

Art Enthusiasts
History Buffs
Culture Seekers
European Art Collections
Masterpieces from Various Eras
Temporary Exhibitions
Varies
Museum Rietberg
Popular
Zürich

Non-European artworks displayed within a 19th-century villa & landmark modern extension.

Art Enthusiasts
Culture Seekers
Travelers
Non-european Art Collection
Historic Villa & Modern Extension
Global Artistic Expressions
Varies
Lichthalle MAAG
Popular
Zürich

Lichthalle MAAG is a unique museum experience that seamlessly blends contemporary exhibitions with immersive light installations.

Art Lovers
Culture Seekers
Families
Contemporary Exhibitions
Light Installations
Immersive Art Experiences
Varies
Pavillon Le Corbusier
Popular
Zürich

Famed architect Le Corbusier's final building, a steel-&-glass color-block box, open to the public.

Architecture
Design Enthusiasts
Art Lovers
Le Corbusier's Final Building
Steel-and-glass Design
Color Block Aesthetics
Varies
focusTerra
Popular

focusTerra

4.6(417)
Zürich

Contemporary, multi-level earth science museum with geology exhibits & an earthquake simulator.

Science Enthusiasts
Families
Students
Earthquake Simulator
Geology Exhibits
Mineral Displays
Varies
Museum für Gestaltung Zürich
Popular

Museum of 19th & 20th-century design, with collections of posters, everyday & artistic objects.

Designers
Art Lovers
History Buffs
Posters
Everyday Objects
19th & 20th Century Design
Varies
Helmhaus
Popular

Helmhaus

4.5(277)
Zürich

Gallery with contemporary works mainly by Swiss artists, or artists who have lived in Switzerland.

Art Lovers
Culture Seekers
Tourists
Contemporary Swiss Art
Thoughtfully Curated Exhibits
Vibrant Art Scene
Varies
Heimatschutzzentrum in der Villa Patumbah
Popular

A museum dedicated to Swiss architectural heritage housed in a stunning 19th-century villa.

Architecture Enthusiasts
History Buffs
Culture Seekers
Swiss Architectural Heritage
Cultural Preservation Efforts
19th-century Swiss Craftsmanship
Varies
Moulagen
Popular

Moulagen

4.7(98)
Zürich

Unique museum with wax-model reproductions of diseased body parts, including many skin diseases.

Medical Students
History Buffs
Curious Travelers
Wax Models of Diseased Body Parts
Skin Disease Depictions
Unique Medical History Perspective
Varies

Plan Your Trip to Zurich

Now that you've explored the best museums in Zurich, it's time to start planning your trip. Here are some tips to make the most of your visit:

  • Create a personalized itinerary based on your interests.
  • Check opening hours and admission fees for each attraction.
  • Consider purchasing a city pass for potential discounts.
  • Plan your transportation between attractions.
  • Read recent reviews for up-to-date information.
  • Book accommodations in advance, especially during peak season.
  • Learn a few basic phrases in the local language.
  • Pack comfortable shoes for walking and exploring.