Museum

The Tour du Fantastique

Place
- Neuchâtel
Ort

In a historic old-town setting, a unique museum invites you to escape: immersive John Howe exhibition, café with a view, shop and workshops for all.

Nestled within the former prison and medieval tower of Neuchâtel’s old town, the Tour du Fantastique emerges as a new space devoted to imagination and art. This museum transforms the historic site into a true realm of cultural and fantastical escape. Its inaugural exhibition showcases over 250 drawings and paintings by artist John Howe, spread across four floors in an immersive scenography. Beyond exhibitions, the Tower features a shop, a café with lake views, events, masterclasses, and workshops for all ages. An unmissable destination for lovers of fantasy, science fiction, and visual creation — a place where imagination comes to life.

Opening hours

Tuesday - Wednesday
- 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday
- 10:00 - 20:00
Friday - Sunday
- 10:00 - 18:00

Prices

Prices per person
Adults
- CHF 15.-
Seniors, students
- CHF 10.-
Children (between 6 and 16 years old)
- CHF 8.-
Children (under 6 years old)
- Free
Schools
- CHF 5.-
Single price
Family (2 adults and 2 children)
- CHF 38.-
Additional child
- CHF 5.-

Good to know

- Access possible via the public elevator of the Prison Tower located on Rue de l’Évole.
- Last admission to the exhibitions: 45 minutes before closing time
- Languages: French, German and English
- Open on public holidays
- The lift leading to the prison tower is open every day from 6.30am to 7pm and until 8.30pm on Thursdays. Entrances on Rue de l'Evole (opposite No. 13) and Rue Jehanne-de-Hochberg 3

On site

Accessibility
- No parking available
- Accessible by public transport
- Suitable for families
- Wheelchair accessible
Activities
- On-site catering
- Animations for children
- Guided tours
- Exhibition / explanations
Services
- Credit/debit card accepted
- Suitable for groups
- Shop
- WC
- Cloakroom
- Wifi