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

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

The secrets of time nestled in a magic place: the Château des Monts

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the peat bogs of the Jura by visiting the new centre dedicated to these fragile natural environments rich in biodiversity.

A journey to the centre of the earth to see how the miners of yesteryear worked.

A front door to the Jura and to the history of an entire region.

A beautiful setting and exceptional displays immersing you in a distant past.

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

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

Museum, an old-fashioned cheese dairy, a cafe and a store selling local specialties revolving around Tête de Moine AOP cheese.

Discover the pictorial and literary art of Dürrenmatt in a beautiful setting.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

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

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

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.

Watchmaking

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

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

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

Bring a watch to life in a workshop in Le Locle.

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Cultural heritage

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

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

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

Theaters & Cinemas

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

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

UNESCO World Heritage

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

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