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Historical Museum Bischofszell

The Historical Museum Bischofszell is located in the centre of the old town of Bischofszell, Switzerland, next to the Bogenturm tower and just five minutes from the railway station. Housed in two listed 18th-century buildings, it offers insight into domestic culture and town history across more than 20 rooms. The permanent exhibition presents bourgeois living culture from the late Gothic period to the 20th century, including a ceramics collection, a drugstore room, a pharmacy and toys from the 19th and 20th centuries. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The museum's extensive toy collection delights young and old, and the permanent exhibition is suitable for families. Children's activities include trying out old instruments and a flashlight tour for children aged eight and over.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open every Sunday from 14:00 to 17:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
14:00-17:00

Admission fees

8 CHF
Adult admission
5 CHF
Students and apprentices
0 CHF
Children and young people up to 16 years
0 CHF
Free admission for museum members and with Raiffeisen bank cards

Contact

Webpage
museum-bischofszell.ch
Email
info@museum-bischofszell.ch
Address
Marktgasse 4/6, 9220 Bischofszell

Access

Nearby stops

  • Bischofszell Stadt250 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
St. Gallen
24m
Zürich HB
1h 19m
Chur
1h 52m
Zug
1h 52m
Olten
2h 2m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    Yes, both houses of the museum are wheelchair accessible.
  • Can guided tours be booked outside the regular opening hours?
    Yes, guided tours for private groups can be booked outside the opening hours by contacting the museum.
  • Is there a café at the museum?
    Yes, the museum café is open during the official opening hours and, in good weather, also outdoors on the Marktgasse.
  • Can the museum rooms be rented for events?
    Yes, the Schniderbudig, the rose garden and the vaulted cellar can be booked, and the museum rooms can be used for photos or videos on request.