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

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

A mythical descent 23 m underground to discover a unique industrial heritage.

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

Housed in the Cité du Temps building, the OMEGA museum invites visitors to discover the highlights of the famous brand, using a wide range of interactive experiences.

Rich colourful collections taking you on a discovery of... Man!

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.

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

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

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

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

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!

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

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

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

Watchmaking

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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 mechanical watch to life in a micromechanics workshop in Le Locle

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

Cultural heritage

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.

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

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

Theaters & Cinemas

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

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

UNESCO World Heritage

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

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