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Swiss National Museum
Museum4.6 · 9 9994.1 · 1 387≈ 2 hEntry: ~13 CHF
Switzerland's national history museum stands directly opposite Zurich's main station in a fairy-tale castle-like building of 1898 by Gustav Gull. It holds the country's largest cultural-history collection: Celtic and Roman relics, Gothic altarpieces and stained glass, armour, watches and folk costumes, plus a section on the Reformation. The easiest stop right after arriving by train — just minutes from the platforms.
Highlights
- Castle-like 1898 building by the station
- Gothic altarpieces and stained glass
- Armour, watches and folk costumes
- Under-16s enter free
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Fri | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 – 17:00 |
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