Swiss National Museum
The Swiss National Museum, located on the left side of the main entrance of Zurich Train Station, is a stunning building displaying valuable artifacts of Swiss history and culture, from the Neolithic era to the modern age. It's worth noting that the entire museum is closed on Mondays, but the surrounding buildings can still be visited.
Museum of Beyer Clocks and Watches
Beyer Clock and Watch Museum is located in the famous shopping center Banhofstrasse in the center of Zurich. It owns the world's most fascinating private collection, including over 500 timing devices that cover the period from 1400 BC to the present. These devices include sundials, oil clocks, hourglasses, water clocks, pocket watches, wristwatches, and more, which are the few tools for measuring time and the most influential timing device collection in the world.
Museum of Zoology
The museum located in Saint-Raymond has a rich collection of ancient artworks and is situated inside a hospital built in the 11th century. The collection includes Roman sculptures made of reliefs and marble, which were discovered in the Chiragan Villa located 60 kilometers southwest of Toulouse, as well as an early Christian cemetery. The Roman emperor busts on the second floor of the museum are second only to those of the Louvre and were excavated as early as 1826. In addition, there are also some Gallic metal necklaces made of gold.
Lightbox Museum
The Museum Rietberg is located in the west of Lake Zurich in Rietberg Park, which is the third largest museum in Switzerland and is transformed from the former residence of Wagner - the Villa Wesendonck. The museum mainly exhibits artworks from Asia, Africa, and Oceania, featuring a diverse range of art forms and a strong atmosphere. Not only can you appreciate a wide array of cultural exhibits here, but you can also take a leisurely stroll in the tranquil Rietberg Park and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.
Zurich Tram Museum
The Zurich Tram Museum houses over 20 vintage trams, with the oldest one dating back to 1897. In addition, the museum displays the development and operation of Zurich's trams, making it a must-visit place.
