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

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

Cité du Temps - French for the City of Time - is nestled in the heart of Biel, the world's watchmaking capital.

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

From the farm to the cheese dairy

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

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

Watchmaking

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!

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

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

Cultural heritage

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

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

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.

Theaters & Cinemas

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

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

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.