Winterthur city discovery
Overview
Intro
Just 20 minutes away from Zurich is the cultural city of Winterthur, with countless museums and an active music and comedy scene.
Information
Winterthur is home to 16 museums, which are often located in fabulous landscaped parks. International renown is enjoyed by the collections of Oskar Reinhart (“Am Römerholz”, “Am Stadtgarten”), the Villa Flora, and the art museum. In addition, thanks to the photo museum and the Swiss Foundation of Photography, it is reputed to be Europe’s centre of excellence for photography.
The heart of Winterthur beats in the pedestrian area of the picturesque old town: shops, restaurants, markets and festivals enliven the historical walls. The Technorama is ideal for a very special experience. The science centre, equipped with 500 experiment stations, guarantees entertainment for young and old.