Entering the sleek, modern galleries of the Lindt Home of Chocolate is a dream come true for chocolate lovers of all ages. This spectacular museum features interactive, high-tech exhibitions that detail the history of cocoa, the early pioneers of Swiss chocolate, and the modern production methods used to create smooth, melting truffles. The sensory journey culminates in massive tasting rooms where you can eat unlimited amounts of liquid chocolate and gourmet truffles.
The defining architectural feature of the building is the central lobby, which hosts a breathtaking, nine-meter-tall chocolate fountain circulating real, liquid chocolate.
One fun fact people love:
The incredible chocolate fountain at the entrance is the largest of its kind in the world, holding and circulating over 1,500 kilograms of real, flowing chocolate.
Where in Zurich is it?
Located on Schokoladenplatz 1 in the lakeside suburb of Kilchberg, situated on the southern shores of Lake Zurich.
How to reach:
Accessible by taking the S8 train or the 165 bus from Zurich Hauptbahnhof, or by taking a highly scenic passenger boat from Bürkliplatz to Kilchberg.
Best time to visit:
Year-round; it is the perfect indoor activity option for cold, rainy, or snowy winter days in the city.
Best time of day:
Early morning at 10:00 AM to explore the exhibition halls before the large tour groups and school classes arrive.
Entry fee:
Admission tickets cost approximately CHF 15 to CHF 17 for adults, which includes the interactive audioguide and unlimited chocolate tastings.
Commute difficulty:
Easy; a direct, comfortable public transport ride followed by a short, flat walk along paved suburban streets.
Things nobody tells you about this place:
- You must book your timed-entry tickets online several weeks in advance, as the museum is highly popular and slots regularly sell out completely.
- The tasting room features dispensers of liquid chocolate and bowls of diverse Lindor truffles, so pace yourself to avoid a sudden sugar crash.
- The on-site Lindt shop is the largest chocolate shop in the world, offering rare flavors and customizable chocolates that are not sold in standard stores.
