Culture & museums

The towns and cities of the area boast a rich cultural heritage and countless architectural treasures – some of which can be discovered by means of a guided tour. The rich and diverse cultural scene includes museums, exhibitions, UNESCO World Heritage sites, festivals, and much more.

Museums

An open-air museum showcasing international murals and graffiti, offering a fresh perspective on the UNESCO-listed city of Le Locle through urban art.

The art centre in Biel/Bienne brings together contemporary art, photography and cinema.

The biggest museum specialised in clock-making in the world: 4,000 exhibits to see!

Rich, colourful collections that invite you to discover... Humanity!

The museum of art and history in Biel/Bienne has quite a mixture, but also captivating.

From the farm to the cheese dairy

Immerse yourself in the colourful and playful world of the Swatch brand, whose museum is located on the second floor of the new Cité du Temps.

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

The mammals and birds of Switzerland in their habitat and original temporary exhibits.

Discover and visit one of the last absinthe drying shed in the Val-de-Travers.

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

A listed historical monument, this museum houses an impressive collection of art.

The Camille Bloch Visitor Center takes you on a journey of flavours and discovery.

Printmakinf, photography, installation, painting: exhibitions demultiplying points of view.

A short excursion into the heart of Neuchâtel history from the perspective of movement

Discover the lovely peninsula of St. Peter's Island in Lake Biel. Visit a late medieval monastery or the remains of prehistoric settlements and Roman buildings.

Discover chamois and wild marmots at the Chasseral with a guide.

Relive the Belle Époque in Neuchâtel during a guided tour and enjoy some unique experiences!

This medieval town by the Doubs is a treasure of the Jura just waiting to be discovered.

Can you unmask the murderer?

Guided tour of the astronomical observatory and solar and wind power stations.

The crematorium, stained-glass windows and staircases are to be discovered.

A city built by and for the watchmaking industry, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

During this tour you gain insight into urban living, the economy and the combination of city and nature in Biel.

Tour of the old town of Delémont dedicated to the history of sovereignty of Switzerland’s youngest canton, including a visit to the Musée d’art et d’histoire.

Explore the magical atmosphere of the historical old town, and discover Biel’s history and the most important places to visit.

With a guide, discover the early works of Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, the future Le Corbusier.

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

On this wine hike, you will discover the diversity of Lake Biel wines and learn exciting facts about the wineries during three wine tastings.

Watchmaking

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

Le Pays de Neuchâtel donne l'heure au monde depuis 1705

Enjoy the unique experience of a visit of a genuine, world-renowned Swiss watchmaking manufacture.

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Step in the shoes of a watchmaker and discover the fascinating world of Swiss mechanical watchmaking in a unique way!

Build one's own watch with the help of a watchmaker.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

Bring a mechanical watch to life in a micromechanics workshop in Le Locle

Cultural heritage

A small architectural gem at the heart of a watchmakers’ village.

Relive the Belle Epoque in Neuchâtel and enjoy some unique experiences: urban escape game, scavenger hunt and guided city tours.

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

Theaters & Cinemas

The Theatre Orchestra Biel Solothurn TOBS! is a cultural meeting place at the heart of the regions of Biel and Solothurn, for their audiences.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

UNESCO World Heritage

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

Prehistoric pile-dwelling sites featured on UNESCO's World Heritage List.