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What to do and see in Canton of Neuchatel, Canton of Neuchatel: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Canton of Neuchatel, Switzerland including Creux du Van, The Collegiale Church, Jardin Botanique de Neuchatel, Lac de Neuchatel, Chaumont Panoramic Funicular Railway, Latenium Parc et musee d'archeologie, Watch Museum of Le Locle, International Museum of Watches, Moulins souterrains du Col-des-Roches, Zoo du Bois du Petit-Chateau.
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1. Creux du Van
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 693 reviews
Reviewed By Calliopehk
Well worth the trip out here - we did the circuit hike. First half pretty steep up and a bit muddy. Most descriptions didn’t mention but there are quite a few places to have a meal on the way including the farm at the top, as well as to refill water. Also great scenic picnic spots so worth coming for the day.
2. The Collegiale Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By Scrappywalker - Cardiff, United Kingdom
A stunning very well maintained church in the old town that one needs to visit. You also get beautiful views looking down over the town. Due to Covid and the number of groups we didn’t go inside but I’m sure would be worth a visit.
3. Jardin Botanique de Neuchatel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By wellnesscoach007 - Phoenix, United States
The Jardin Botanique de Neuchatel offers a wide variety of plant life from several different regions, including the local species. The plants and trees are carefully labeled as is the garden itself. There is an indoor terrarium that offers a wide variety of plantlife as well. there is also a cafe on site.
4. Lac de Neuchatel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 460 reviews
Reviewed By beatrizm115 - Dortmund, Germany
Really beautiful lake promenade in the center of Neuchatel, it is possible to sit on concrete or also in the pebbles of the pebbles beach. Directly access to the water from the center so you can swim! But limited space. Visited in winter, a sunny and warm day and everyone was sitting outside enjoying the sun, it was an awesome feeling. Amazing sunset too.
5. Chaumont Panoramic Funicular Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By 9tania1616 - Bristol, United Kingdom
For me the ride in the funicular up to Chaumont is just part of visiting Neuchatel, it's essential and something I've done since being a small child! It never disappoints. The funicular is reached easily by bus (no 107) from the town centre. It's 4.20 CH francs each way and takes about 10 minutes to ascend and descend and the views, in both directions, are lovely. Once at the top, there's a small restaurant and various walks. You can also drive up to Chaumont. The view is fabulous and particularly if you go up the viewing tower. It's one CF franc per person and there's a change machine in the funicular station. The view from the top of lake Neuchatel and the alps is so worth the few steps up the tower as it takes you right above the trees. Even on a foggy day, when we couldn't see across the lake in Neuchatel, once in Chaumont and above the clouds, you see the whole Alps range including Mont Blanc to the right and the Matterhorn and the Eiger to the left. It's beautiful and spectacular.
6. Latenium Parc et musee d'archeologie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By Discmac - Switzerland, null
Both outside exhibits and museum are very well presented and explained. Inside the are interactive card game like quiz questions that are appealing to kids. Very pleasant atmosphere and enough information for two visits. Lots of interesting archeological findings, methods and insights to discover. Playgrounds outside, cafeteria and museum shop. Outstanding lake and mountain views.
7. Watch Museum of Le Locle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By 66justinea - Wengen, Switzerland
An amazing collection in a beautiful setting! Loved the house, it has been arranged with great care and perfect furniture for the setting. An iPod was available to rent (CHF 3) which gave a huge amount of information, allow plenty of time for this visit! There are also a couple of 3D films to watch, one showing in detail the pieces in the museum with all their mechanical pieces working, just brilliant! Have left the museum with a burning desire to have a few such clocks and watches myself, but managed not to attempt to take any home with me!
8. International Museum of Watches
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By cathyc19520 - Elverson, United States
This is a must-see in this region of Switzerland, especially on a Sunday when most of the country is shut down. Admission price is modest and gains you entrance to surrounding museums. The exhibits are rich in detail, easily accessed, and full of information, especially if you use the audio option, which only requires ID for use. Our eyes were opened to the wide world of timepieces and care in which they were crafted throughout the ages.
9. Moulins souterrains du Col-des-Roches
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By 66justinea - Wengen, Switzerland
Although the information on the boards was mainly in French with some in German additionally; we were given audio handsets with English which guided us through the caves with a good balance of history and humour so didn’t feel we missed anything at all. Was very evocative and could imagine them in working conditions vividly! The caves were fascinating and thought the reconstruction was very well done, only thing I could suggest is a photo display of the renovation as would have loved to have seen this! The exhibition upstairs was interesting and a few extras to give entertainment. This part would have nice to have an English translation.
