Museums

Swiss Transport Museum (Verkehrshaus der Schweiz) offers an interactive journey through the history and future of transportation, covering rail, road, water, air, and even space travel.

The Natural History Museum is home to an impressive collection of over 1,500 animal species and 1,000 fossils. Entrance is free and it is located at the University of Zurich.

At the Glasi Hergiswil Glass Factory  enjoy a museum tour, watch artisans blow glass, navigate the glass labyrinth, interact with child-friendly exhibits, race marbles on the glass marble run, and shop in the stores.

Ramseier World (Erlenniswelt) is a family-friendly interactive museum about this iconic Swiss beverage brand located close to Lucerne. 

Kunsthaus Zürich is Switzerland’s largest art museum, offering an impressive collection including works by van Gogh, Renoir, Monet, and Picasso.

Winterthur Nature Museum is an affordable two-story museum which  features interactive exhibits for children, several fossils, and many animal exhibits.

Aathal Dinosaur Museum (Sauriermuseum) offers an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils, interactive exhibits, and playground

Zurich Opera House enjoy a private guided tour which explores the tailoring area, orchestra pit, props, costume departments, and the stage itself.

At the Landesmuseum (Swiss National Museum), explore Swiss history with family friendly interactive stations and free audio guides

Villa Patumbah is a unique example of 19th-century architectural eclecticism with its captivating Asian-inspired glass dome and beautiful English style garden

focusTerra offers a free and educational experience with interactive exhibits on geology and Earth sciences, making it an ideal family outing in Zurich.

The Museum Lucerne features interactive exhibits on nature, geology, and insects, making it a great rainy-day activity

Trauffer World of Experience near Brienz offers a charming, interactive family-friendly museum showcasing handcrafted Swiss wooden toys.

Schilthorn offers a memorable family-friendly mountain adventure combining stunning alpine views, interactive James Bond history, and fun outdoor activities.

Museum Burg Zug offers families an interactive journey through the rich history of Zug with hands-on exhibits and kid-friendly activities.