Explore detective mysteries at Sherlock Holmes Museum
Meiringen, Switzerland • USD 7 approx.• 
Popular
PopularMeiringen, Switzerland
• USD 7Popular
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.
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
In-depth experience
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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
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.
April
MEDIUM
2-14°C
Mild temperatures, more sunshine, occasional rain showers; snow rare.
Mild temperatures, more sunshine, occasional rain showers; snow rare.
Open
Museum transitions to daily opening (from late April), 13:30 to 18:00; most local transport and hotels fully available.
Museum transitions to daily opening (from late April), 13:30 to 18:00; most local transport and hotels fully available.
Recommended
Spring is in full swing, and attractions around Meiringen re-open. Museum hours expand towards the end of the month, making it an excellent time to visit.
Spring is in full swing, and attractions around Meiringen re-open. Museum hours expand towards the end of the month, making it an excellent time to visit.
May
MEDIUM
7-18°C
Mild spring with moderate rain; fresh greenery and variable sunshine.
Mild spring with moderate rain; fresh greenery and variable sunshine.
Open
No major restrictions; museum open daily 13:30-18:00.
No major restrictions; museum open daily 13:30-18:00.
Recommended
May is a pleasant month to visit, with the museum fully open and good transport links. The weather is variable but comfortable for exploring Meiringen and the museum.
May is a pleasant month to visit, with the museum fully open and good transport links. The weather is variable but comfortable for exploring Meiringen and the museum.
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
