Art & culture

Lucerne has a lot to offer: culturally, historically and socially

Come with us on a cultural journey of discovery through the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region. Culture vultures will find what they’re looking for here, including art by Picasso and Klee and contemporary dance and drama. 

 

Museums in the city of Lucerne

Technological wonders from the history of transportation, art treasures by Picasso and Klee, a large-scale circular painting, archaeological finds from the Stone Age, regional folklore and a wealth of amazing and unusual exhibits: if you like museums, you will like Lucerne.

Lucerne Museum Pass

With the Lucerne Museum Pass you can visit ten museums for two consecutive days at the price of CHF 39.

Nine museums with one pass

Technological rarities from the history of transport, treasures by Picasso and Klee, a huge circular painting, finds from the Stone Age and folklore from the region - Lucerne's museums have a lot of record-breaking and bizarre things to offer.

Masterpieces

Besucherinnen und Besucher bei der Enthüllung des Gotthardbahnmodells im Verkehrshaus, mit grosser Modelleisenbahn und Alpenlandschaft.
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The Gotthard Railway Model – a model railway icon

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Since its opening in 1959, the model of the Gotthard Northern Ramp has been one of the highlights of every visit to the…

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Gemälde mit Blick auf L’Estaque: Häuser, grüne Bäume und Felder vor dem blauen Meer.
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Paul Cézanne: «L’Estaque, le village et la mer»

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To mark the Paul Cézanne commemorative year, the Museum Collection Rosengart is dedicating its “Masterpiece” to the…

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Churches in the city of Lucerne

The most important Renaissance church building in Switzerland is located in Lucerne. The history of the impressive churches from the Renaissance and Baroque periods is long and impressive.

Theater in the city of Lucerne

How about a visit to the theatre? The Lucerne Theatre offers a varied programme. And the smaller venues like the Kleintheater and Figurentheater puppet theatre ooze charm.

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Drei Darsteller spielen eine dramatische Szene auf einer Bühne mit Bett und blauem Licht.
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Theaterszene mit Darstellenden auf weissen Podesten, eine Person mit pinkem Flamingo-Schwimmring unter blauem Bühnenlicht.
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Tänzerin in rosa Kostüm und Maske auf einer Theaterbühne vor dunklem Vorhang.
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Theaterszene mit vielen Darstellern in bunten Kostümen während einer Generalprobe auf einer Bühne.
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Ensemble in fantasievollen Kostümen während einer Theaterprobe auf einer dunklen Bühne.
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Music festivals in the city of Lucerne

The musical offerings of the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region are second to none, with a varied programme continuing throughout the year. Hear the strains of classical music at the KKL Luzern or Alpine tones echoing around Central Switzerland’s mountains.

Music venues in the city of Lucerne

Whether it’s an old barn, a former prison or an empty swimming pool – Lucerne has the perfect dance floor for every musical genre. The line-up includes world-famous acts and new discoveries for your playlists.

Discover the city of Lucerne

Guided Tours

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City Map

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