The International Watchmaking Museum

Marvel at the world’s most extensive collection of historical timekeepers from the 16th century to the present day.  

One of Switzerland’s most popular tourist attractions, The International Watchmaking Museum in Switzerland’s La Chaux-de-Fonds is the most important treasure trove of horological history the world over. With thousands of timekeepers dating from the 16th century to the present day, the museum tells the incredible story of Swiss and international watchmaking from its very beginnings. The collection exhibits watches and clocks, as well as tools, machines, instruments, automatons, models of ancient pieces, paintings and drawings, all of which have been donated by companies and individuals since the end of the 19th century. The museum frequently has temporary exhibitions on specific themes that keep the Swiss returning time and time again.  

Entry to the museum: adults CHF 15; children over 12 years CHF 7.50; reduced tariff CHF 12.50; family CHF 30.

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A visit to the museum’s grounds, where you will find a magical chiming clock that rings every 15 minutes.  

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  • Montre Philippe IV pocket watch
    Among the many timepieces donated to The International Watchmaking Museum, by some of the world's most famed watchmakers, is this Patek Philippe pocket watch.
  • Horloge de table rectangulaire clock
    As well as wristwatches and pocket watches, other timepieces such as this table clock can be found at The International Watchmaking Museum in Switzerland.
  • Watch exhibition, Switzerland
    As well as its permanent collection of historical timepieces, The International Watchmaking Museum also has temporary exhibitions on specific themes.
  • Etabli graveur donation
    The International Watchmaking Museum exhibits watches and clocks, as well as tools, machines and more, donated by companies and individuals since the end of the 19th century. 
  • Passerelle entrée
    The International Watchmaking Museum houses thousands of timepieces and tells the incredible story of Swiss and international watchmaking from its very beginnings.
  • International Watchmaking Museum entrance
    The International Watchmaking Museum is the most important treasure trove of horological history the world over, and one of Switzerland's most popular tourist attractions.
  • Montre insecte ouverte
    This insect-inspired watch with its delicate wings and mounted dial is just one of many unique watches found at The International Watchmaking Museum.

where:

  • La Chaux-de-Fonds
  • address: Rue des Musées 29