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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

A fantastic multimedia space dedicated to the Watchmaking town planning.

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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?

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

Guided visit of astronomical observatory and solar or wind power plants.

Watchmaking

The "Garde Temps" invites you to put yourself in a real watchmaker's shoes.

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.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

Biel Solothurn Theatre and Orchestra (TOBS) is a theatre and orchestra company producing opera, plays and concerts in the cities of Biel and Solothurn.

UNESCO World Heritage

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

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.