In the city is located one of the most famous and visited cultural centers of Switzerland, the Oskar Reinhart Museum. This art museum presents a unique collection of art paintings by famous European painters. It is definitely worth visiting for those who are not indifferent to the work of Cezanne, Rembrandt, Goya, Picasso, Rubens, Renoir, Monet and Van Gogh.
One of the most interesting areas for tourists in the city is Sulzerareal, a former industrial district, which today is the focus of dozens of entertainment facilities. Here in the buildings of old plants and factories, first-class restaurants, shops and entertainment facilities were opened. Several prestigious hotels are also located here. It is worth noting that in the old industrial buildings, the original appearance was almost completely preserved, which makes the atmosphere of many of the institutions unique.
Buffs of walks in interesting historical places will surely like the Old Town. Today, all of its territory is at the disposal of pedestrians. This pedestrian zone is the largest in Switzerland. One of the most beautiful architectural monuments of the city, the St. Lawrence Church, is located here. This church is a two-tower, which makes it a unique architectural monument of world significance. In Switzerland, there is still only one two-tower church - Grossmünster, and it is located in Zurich. Also, in the historic district there is a huge selection of store and souvenir shops. Many tourists come here to photograph beautiful half-timbered houses. They were built in the 17th century and today they form the basis of the unique appearance of the historical district.
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