Explore detective mysteries at Sherlock Holmes Museum
Meiringen, Switzerland • USD 7 approx.• 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
13°C – 25°C, warmest month; regular thunderstorms; very lush and vibrant, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 25°C, warmest month; regular thunderstorms; very lush and vibrant, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Museum is in a historic basement; stairs required for entry, no lift available.
Museum is in a historic basement; stairs required for entry, no lift available.
Value for money
Medium
Enjoyable but short visit for the admission price.
Enjoyable but short visit for the admission price.
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Summarised by AI
Charming Details
Couples loved the intimate setting and the recreation of 221B Baker Street.
Perfect Date
Visitors felt it was a unique and memorable experience to share.
Authentic Setting
Couples enjoyed the Victorian era artifacts and immersive atmosphere.
Quick Visit
Travelers felt the museum was small, not a long experience for the price.
Limited Access
Visitors noted the stairs and lack of accessibility could be challenging.
Small Space
Some couples felt the limited space made it hard to enjoy the exhibits.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Tuesday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Wednesday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Thursday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Friday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Saturday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Sunday
01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-3-4°C
Cold, with frequent snow or rain; short days and wintery atmosphere.
Cold, with frequent snow or rain; short days and wintery atmosphere.
Open
Winter schedule: open only Saturdays and Sundays, 1:30 pm – 5 pm.
Winter schedule: open only Saturdays and Sundays, 1:30 pm – 5 pm.
Not recommended
December brings winter conditions and minimal crowds, with the museum on its restricted winter timetable; best suited for dedicated fans or local visitors.
December brings winter conditions and minimal crowds, with the museum on its restricted winter timetable; best suited for dedicated fans or local visitors.
January
LOW
-7-3°C
Cold and often snowy, with frequent overcast days and moderate precipitation.
Cold and often snowy, with frequent overcast days and moderate precipitation.
Open
Museum is open only Saturdays and Sundays from 13:30 to 17:00; closed on weekdays.
Museum is open only Saturdays and Sundays from 13:30 to 17:00; closed on weekdays.
Not recommended
Winter in Meiringen is tranquil but cold. The Sherlock Holmes Museum is open weekends, making visits possible but limited. Public transport is available even in winter, though some outdoor attractions like Reichenbach Falls may be less accessible.
Winter in Meiringen is tranquil but cold. The Sherlock Holmes Museum is open weekends, making visits possible but limited. Public transport is available even in winter, though some outdoor attractions like Reichenbach Falls may be less accessible.
February
LOW
-6-5°C
Cold, with snow and rain showers; some sunny days but mostly winter conditions.
Cold, with snow and rain showers; some sunny days but mostly winter conditions.
Open
Open Saturdays and Sundays, 13:30 to 17:00; closed on weekdays. Public transport is reliable.
Open Saturdays and Sundays, 13:30 to 17:00; closed on weekdays. Public transport is reliable.
Not recommended
Winter continues with limited museum opening hours. Accessibility is good for indoor exhibits, but outdoor Sherlock sites may be affected by weather.
Winter continues with limited museum opening hours. Accessibility is good for indoor exhibits, but outdoor Sherlock sites may be affected by weather.
March
LOW
-3-10°C
Cool, with increasing sunshine and less snow; rain more frequent than snow.
Cool, with increasing sunshine and less snow; rain more frequent than snow.
Open
Museum open weekends only, 13:30 to 17:00; most local transport and hotels operational.
Museum open weekends only, 13:30 to 17:00; most local transport and hotels operational.
Recommended
Spring starts, making travel easier and outdoor activities more pleasant. Museum remains on winter schedule.
Spring starts, making travel easier and outdoor activities more pleasant. Museum remains on winter schedule.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Cable Car
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 6-99