Fotomuseum Winterthur – Museum of Photography and Photographic Media
With its pictures ranging from art to documentation of the ordinary, this Swiss Mecca of photography captivates more than just hardened fans. The Winterthur Museum of Photography enthuses fans with contemporary collections in addition to the temporary exhibitions for which it is renowned.
The museum operates in collaboration with the Fotostiftung Schweiz association. It also includes a bistro, library, lounge and shop.
And it's good to know that these Winterthur museums are just 20 minutes away from Zurich City.
Winterthur Museum Pass
Experience this and many other museums with the Winterthur Museum Pass: CHF 29 for 1 day (excluding Technorama), CHF 44 for 2 days (including Technorama). The Museum Pass can be purchased at the Tourist Information at Winterthur Train Station, in the museums, or online.
Price
| Entrance | |
|---|---|
| According to the exhibition | CHF 12 (reduced price CHF 10) |
| Admission to all exhibitions | CHF 19 (reduced price CHF 15) |
| Children 0 – 16 years old | free entrance |
| On Wednesday, 5pm – 8pm | free entrance |
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11.00am – 6.00pm |
| Wednesday | 11.00am – 8.00pm |
| Thursday | 11.00am – 6.00pm |
| Friday | 11.00am – 6.00pm |
| Saturday | 11.00am – 6.00pm |
| Sunday | 11.00am – 6.00pm |
From June 2023 to spring 2025, the exhibition rooms will be closed for renovation and conversion work. During this time, events and workshops as well as mediation offers for schools and groups will continue to take place.
Address
| Distance | Travel time | |
|---|---|---|
| Zürich Main Station | 19.9 km | 35 min |
| Zürich Airport | 14 km | 27 min |
Grüzenstrasse 44+45
8400 Winterthur
CH
