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

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

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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

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

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

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

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.

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!

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.

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

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

From the farm to the cheese dairy

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

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

The crematorium, stained-glass windows and staircases are 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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Can you unmask the murderer?

Watchmaking

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

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

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

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

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

Cultural heritage

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

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.

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

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

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.