Schweizerisches Landesmuseum
Quick Facts
- Location
- Switzerland, Zurich
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 1.5 – 2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Monday Closed · Tuesday 10:00-17:00 · Wednesday 10:00-17:00 · Thursday 10:00-17:00 · Friday 10:00-17:00 · Saturday 10:00-17:00 · Sunday 10:00-17:00 · The visit pages give museum, boutique and bistro as Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00 with Monday closed and the library Tuesday to Friday 10:00-18:00 with Saturday to Monday closed; public holidays are closing days. Exceptions are listed day by day: 15 November 2026 until 18:00, 21 and 22 December 2026 and 1, 1 and 2 January 2027 at 10:00-17:00, the 2027 Easter days, Labour Day, Ascension, Whitsun and the National Holiday likewise at 10:00-17:00, while Sechseläuten on 19 April 2027 and Knabenschiessen on 13 September 2027 close, and the Long Night of Museums adds 18:00-23:59 on 4 September 2027. The reservation desk answers weekdays 09:00-12:30.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Adults 13 CHF · Student: Concessions 10 CHF for AHV, IV and RAV recipients, pupils and students · A RailAway offer runs from 1 to 31 October 2026 with up to 50 percent off the journey and 10 percent off admission. Public tours are booked online per tour, private groups go through the reservation desk on +41 44 218 66 00, and the museum sits at Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zurich, main number +41 44 218 65 11.
- Address
- Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zürich
- Coordinates
- 47.3780, 8.5410
Introduction
The Swiss National Museum sits by Zurich's main station, Switzerland's largest and most important cultural-history museum. The building itself is striking—a fairytale-castle-like main hall from 1898, cleverly linked to a modern exposed-concrete extension, old meeting new. Inside, it systematically shows Swiss history and culture from prehistory to the present: medieval religious art and armor, fine watchmaking, traditional costume and folklore, Swiss political and economic development—rich and clear. Through these exhibits, visitors vividly understand the roots, culture and identity of this diverse country. The castle-like building and substantial collection make it Zurich's best window into Switzerland.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00-17:00 |
The visit pages give museum, boutique and bistro as Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00 with Monday closed and the library Tuesday to Friday 10:00-18:00 with Saturday to Monday closed; public holidays are closing days. Exceptions are listed day by day: 15 November 2026 until 18:00, 21 and 22 December 2026 and 1, 1 and 2 January 2027 at 10:00-17:00, the 2027 Easter days, Labour Day, Ascension, Whitsun and the National Holiday likewise at 10:00-17:00, while Sechseläuten on 19 April 2027 and Knabenschiessen on 13 September 2027 close, and the Long Night of Museums adds 18:00-23:59 on 4 September 2027. The reservation desk answers weekdays 09:00-12:30.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Adults 13 CHF |
|---|---|
| Student | Concessions 10 CHF for AHV, IV and RAV recipients, pupils and students |
| Child | Children up to 16 years get free admission |
| Senior | Pensioners take the AHV concession at 10 CHF |
| Free Admission | The Simply Zurich exhibition is free admission, and an annual pass at 35 CHF gives unlimited entry to all museums of the Swiss National Museum |
A RailAway offer runs from 1 to 31 October 2026 with up to 50 percent off the journey and 10 percent off admission. Public tours are booked online per tour, private groups go through the reservation desk on +41 44 218 66 00, and the museum sits at Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zurich, main number +41 44 218 65 11.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Schweizerisches Landesmuseum?
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00-17:00; Wednesday: 10:00-17:00; Thursday: 10:00-17:00; Friday: 10:00-17:00; Saturday: 10:00-17:00; Sunday: 10:00-17:00; The visit pages give museum, boutique and bistro as Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00 with Monday closed and the library Tuesday to Friday 10:00-18:00 with Saturday to Monday closed; public holidays are closing days. Exceptions are listed day by day: 15 November 2026 until 18:00, 21 and 22 December 2026 and 1, 1 and 2 January 2027 at 10:00-17:00, the 2027 Easter days, Labour Day, Ascension, Whitsun and the National Holiday likewise at 10:00-17:00, while Sechseläuten on 19 April 2027 and Knabenschiessen on 13 September 2027 close, and the Long Night of Museums adds 18:00-23:59 on 4 September 2027. The reservation desk answers weekdays 09:00-12:30.
How much is the admission for Schweizerisches Landesmuseum?
Adult: Adults 13 CHF; Student: Concessions 10 CHF for AHV, IV and RAV recipients, pupils and students; Child: Children up to 16 years get free admission; Senior: Pensioners take the AHV concession at 10 CHF; Free Admission: The Simply Zurich exhibition is free admission, and an annual pass at 35 CHF gives unlimited entry to all museums of the Swiss National Museum; A RailAway offer runs from 1 to 31 October 2026 with up to 50 percent off the journey and 10 percent off admission. Public tours are booked online per tour, private groups go through the reservation desk on +41 44 218 66 00, and the museum sits at Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zurich, main number +41 44 218 65 11.
Any practical tips for visiting Schweizerisches Landesmuseum?
The castle-like building is a sight itself—worth a courtyard photo. For a full understanding of Swiss history and culture, this is the best window.
How long should I spend at Schweizerisches Landesmuseum?
A typical visit takes 1.5 – 2 hours.
