Swiss Museum of Transport

The Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne, Switzerland, is the most visited museum in the country, featuring interactive exhibitions on transport, mobility, and energy. The museum showcases original vehicles across rail, road, air, and water transport, along with the Hans Erni Museum, a planetarium, a film theatre, and the Swiss Chocolate Adventure. It also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

Children from about 2 years old will find numerous hands-on activities in every themed area, including a traffic garden, a construction site playground, flight simulators, and an auto theatre. The museum also offers a VeRo KidsClub with special programmes and birthday parties for children aged 6-10.

Information

  • Visit duration: 180 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Lockers: Yes
  • Topic: Transportation
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Exceptional
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Play area, Events and birthdays
    • Entrance fee: 37 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$$

Opening hours

Open daily from 10:00 to 18:00 during summer time (end of March to end of October) and from 10:00 to 17:00 during winter time (end of October to end of March).
Monday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))
Tuesday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))
Wednesday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))
Thursday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))
Friday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))
Saturday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))
Sunday
10:00-18:00 (Summer time (30.03. - 26.10.2025))
10:00-17:00 (Winter time (27.10.2025 - 29.03.2026))

Admission fees

37 CHF
Adult admission
27 CHF
Students/apprentices under 26 years
16 CHF
Children under 16 years
0 CHF
Toddlers under 6 years

Contact

Webpage
verkehrshaus.ch
Address
Haldenstrasse 44, CH-6006 Luzern

Access

Nearby stops

  • Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido300 meters walking distance
  • Luzern Verkehrshaus400 meters walking distance
  • Verkehrshaus-Lido450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Luzern
6m
Zug
32m
Olten
49m
Zürich HB
54m
Bern
1h 12m

FAQ

  • Is the museum suitable for children and are there special activities for them?
    Yes, children from about 2 years old will find numerous exciting and educational offerings in every themed area, including a traffic garden (from age 4), a construction site playground, a Swiss flight simulator, a lock model, and an auto theatre.
  • Can I bring luggage or bags into the museum?
    Yes, luggage can be stored in lockers next to the ticket counter or at the entrance to the planetarium (deposit CHF 2). Large lockers (approx. 1x1x1.5 m) are also available for groups. However, luggage is not permitted in the planetarium, film theatre, or Swiss Chocolate Adventure.
  • Are dogs or other pets allowed in the museum?
    Bringing pets is generally not permitted, including in carrying bags. Only guide or assistance dogs that are appropriately identified may be brought into the museum.
  • Is there a restaurant or café on site?
    Yes, there are several dining options: the Brasserie, the self-service restaurant Mercato, the Mishio Bistro, and the Café Bar. Access to the restaurants is possible without an admission ticket. There are also designated picnic areas outdoors and a railway carriage for picnics in bad weather.
  • Is photography allowed inside the museum?
    Filming and photography are permitted in all areas accessible to visitors, except in the film theatre and planetarium. Recordings may be used for private purposes. Commercial filming or photography requires contacting the media office.

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