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Musée historique de Vevey

The Musée historique de Vevey is a history museum located in Vevey, Switzerland, housed in the 16th-century Château de Vevey. Its permanent collection presents regional themes across eight exhibition rooms, including archaeology, medieval objects and manuscripts, paintings, prints, posters, photographs, silverware, pewter, weights and measures, crafts and furniture. Notable holdings include a collection of antique keys, locks and caskets assembled by David Doret, as well as works by the Vevey painter François Aimé Louis Dumoulin (1753-1834). The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers activities mainly for young audiences and families.

Families and Kids

The museum offers activities mainly aimed at young audiences and families, including creative workshops and family events. A free mediation activity for children aged 6 and over lets them explore the temporary exhibition and continue the adventure outdoors.

Information

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

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00; closed on Mondays (open on public holiday Mondays) and closed on 25 December and 1 January.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00-17:00
Wednesday
11:00-17:00
Thursday
11:00-17:00
Friday
11:00-17:00
Saturday
11:00-17:00
Sunday
11:00-17:00

Admission fees

5 CHF
Adult admission
4 CHF
Reduced admission for AVS/AI (seniors and people with disabilities).
0 CHF
Free admission for young people up to 18 years old.
14 CHF
Combined '3 museums' ticket valid for the Musée Jenisch Vevey, the Swiss Camera Museum and the Musée historique de Vevey; reduced price 9 CHF.

Contact

Webpage
museehistoriquevevey.ch
Email
musee.historique@vevey.ch
Address
rue du Château 2, 1800 Vevey

Access

Nearby stops

  • Vevey, Clara-Haskil200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
23m
Martigny
43m
Sion
58m
Genève
1h 17m
Bern
1h 33m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    The museum is located on the second floor of the Château and is reached via two flights of 25 steps each, equipped with a handrail. Inside, steps and thresholds separate the different rooms, and chairs are placed along the route for visitors to rest.
  • Are guided tours available at the museum?
    Yes, the museum organises guided tours for adults and school groups on request, as well as workshops adapted to different audiences. Reservations can be made by phone at +41(0)21 925 51 64 or by email at musee.historique@vevey.ch.
  • Is there a shop at the museum?
    Yes, the museum has a boutique selling posters, books and reproductions. Orders can also be placed by email at musee.historique@vevey.ch.
  • Is there a restaurant or café at the museum?
    Facing the lake, La Brasserie de la Confrérie and its gardens welcome visitors for a coffee break or a meal.
  • Are there activities for children and families at the museum?
    Yes, the museum organises activities mainly aimed at young audiences and families, including workshops and family events. A free mediation activity for children aged 6 and over is available in connection with the temporary exhibition.