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Swiss Finance Museum

The Swiss Finance Museum in Zurich is the first and only financial museum in Switzerland, explaining the origins of the economic system and the role of the stock market in a multimedia exhibition. Visitors can learn about the Swiss financial market, economic history and modern innovations, and trace the development of the modern financial economy back to the 16th century through one of the world's most significant collections of historical securities. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions on financial topics.

Families and Kids

The museum offers children's workshops on financial topics, where children learn about the function and importance of money in a playful, age-appropriate way. Workshops can also be booked as a children's birthday party. Children up to 12 years old enter free of charge.

Information

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

Opening hours

Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 19:00. Closed on public holidays.
Monday
10:00-19:00
Tuesday
10:00-19:00
Wednesday
10:00-19:00
Thursday
10:00-19:00
Friday
10:00-19:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Young people aged 12-18
0 CHF
Children up to 12 years old
8 CHF
Concessions

Contact

Webpage
finanzmuseum.ch
Email
info@finanzmuseum.ch
Address
Pfingstweidstrasse 110, 8005 Zurich

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, Sportweg100 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
10m
Olten
36m
Zug
40m
Luzern
1h 0m
St. Gallen
1h 11m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible by wheelchair?
    Yes, the museum can be accessed using a wheelchair.
  • Can I take photographs inside the museum?
    Yes, taking photographs without flash is permitted in the Swiss Finance Museum.
  • Are there lockers and a cloakroom available?
    Yes, there is a cloakroom and lockers available for a CHF 1 deposit.
  • Is there an audio guide available?
    Yes, a free audioguide app is available for Android and iOS, and a browser-based webapp version is also offered.
  • Are guided tours offered in languages other than German?
    Private guided tours are offered in German, English and French. Public guided tours are held in German; English tours are available upon request.
  • Are children's workshops available?
    Yes, the museum offers children's workshops on financial topics, which can also be booked as a children's birthday party.

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