Swiss National Museum
museum · Zurich · Switzerland
- Address
- Museumstrasse 2, 8001 Zurich
- Links
- Google Maps
About
The history of Switzerland told in a castle-like building next to the main station.
History
It opened in 1898.
Good to know
- Check the opening days; many Swiss museums close on Mondays.
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