National Museum Zurich (Landesmuseum Zürich)
The basics
- A must-see for first time visitors to Zurich.
- The museum regularly schedules special collections tours and events, so check the museum calendar prior to your visit.
- An admission fee is required to visit the National Museum Zurich; children under 16 are free.
- The museum is wheelchair accessible and has wheelchairs available to use during your visit.
Things to know before you go
The National Museum Zurich is conveniently located across the street from Zurich’s main train station. Public transportation is the easiest way to get around Zurich and several tram lines stop at the Bahnhofquai/HB stop right in front of the museum. Paid parking is available nearby at the Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof, but can be costly.
How to get there
The National Museum Zurich is open year-round from 10am to 5pm Tuesday through Sunday with extended evening hours on Thursdays until 7pm. The museum is closed Mondays and major holidays. Although the National Museum is one of the most popular in Zurich, it’s spacious and rarely crowded.
Trip ideas
When to get there
The National Museum Zurich is open year-round from 10am to 5pm Tuesday through Sunday with extended evening hours on Thursdays until 7pm. The museum is closed Mondays and major holidays. Although the National Museum is one of the most popular in Zurich, it’s spacious and rarely crowded.
Other Popular Zurich Museums
With over 50 museums and over a hundred art galleries to choose from in Zurich, it can be overwhelming to decide where to go. Football lovers will enjoy the FIFA World Football Museum, while the Museum Rietberg houses an impressive collection of non-European art. Considering Zurich is one of the world’s largest financial centers, the Money Museum also makes for an interesting visit.
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Paradeplatz (Parade Square)
- Lindenhof
- St. Peter Church (Kirche St. Peter)
- Grossmünster Church
- Fraumünster Church
- Limmatquai
- Kunsthaus Zurich
- Lake Zurich (Zürichsee)
- Zurich Opera House (Opernhaus Zürich)
- Dolderbahn
- Museum Rietberg
- Zurich Old Town (Altstadt)
- Zoo Zurich
- Botanical Garden (University of Zurich)