Things to do & places to visit in Canton of Aargau, Switzerland

Canton of Aargau #13 destination in Switzerland 2023. The average rating score is 4.31 based on 3.557 traveler reviews, of 315 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Zurich, current date and time: Monday, May 06, 2024, 10:19.

Top things to do (37)

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5.0 Time Maze (44 reviews)
- Great experience
Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

Really well designed escape room with an interesting story and a variety of tricks and methods to aid your escape. We were a mixed language team (3 German, 1 English) and the layout with all information in both languages really helped us all feel included and assisted our escape. All in all a great setup and a great team. Thanks for a great experience. See more..
5.0 Ebianum Baggermuseum & Events (25 reviews)
- Great museum of the Eberhard road works company
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

The museum shows the history of the locally well known Eberhard roadworks and minig company. They have many interactive items, a lots of baggers to climb up and play. Indoors and outdoors playground for kids. Audioguide in English, German, French. They have a huge collection of construction vehicle models. Restaurant, bar, and event venue. Great. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the region, with little kids also. See more..
5.0 Wansabai Thai Massage (17 reviews)
- Authentische Thai Massage
Monday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas

Entspannen & Wellness nach Thai-Art Sie mochten sich bei einer Massage entspannen? Sie suchen Erholung von Stress und Anspannung? Sie brauchen einen Ausgleich zur korperlichen Belastung am Arbeitsplatz? Hier sind Sie richtig. Wir bieten Ihnen eine systematisch konzipierte Auszeit von Alltagsstress und Arbeitsdruck. See more..
4.5 AdventureRooms (372 reviews)
- AMAZING
Monday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

EXPLORE, THINK, ESCAPE! Du bist mit deiner Gruppe in einem Raum eingesperrt und hast exakt 60 Minuten Zeit zur Flucht! Vollig auf euch gestellt musst ihr Raume erkunden, Verstecke und Geheimturen aufspuren und mit List und Neugier den Sinn hinter geheimnisvollen Gegenstanden, Geraten und Zeichen herausfinden. Nur so wird euch die Flucht gelingen. See more..
4.5 Wellness-Welt sole uno (325 reviews)
- Best wellness ever
Monday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM Spas

Eintauchen. Abtauchen. Auftauchen. Eintauchen in eine faszinierende Wellness-Welt. Schwerelos schweben wie im Toten Meer in der gesunden Rheinfelder Natursole(R). In der Sauna nach Tradition der Finnen und Russen relaxen. Wohltuende Massagen geniessen. Vom Alltag abtauchen im Feuer- und Eisbad, unter tropischem Regen, Alpen-Wasserfallen oder im Aromadampf. Frische tanken zu jeder Jahreszeit im herrlichen Park. Im sole uno wird Entspannung zum Erlebnis. Sie brauchen nur hier aufzutauchen. See more..
4.5 Schloss Lenzburg - Museum Aargau (157 reviews)
- 6-star castle (visit) - outstanding experience
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 31, 2023 Spent 2-3 hours Castles

Located on a rocky outcrop above the town of the same name Lenzburg Castle is one of the most beautiful hilltop castles in Switzerland. Today’s castle complex is the end result of 1.000 years of construction history. It evolved from a counts’ residence to a seat of administration of Bernese bailiffs to the private home of rich American families. Once you have negotiated the draw bridge and enter the castle courtyard through the wooden gate, you will immerse yourself in 1000 years of the castle’s history. In this original setting, history becomes an adventure. Especially for children and families: In the dragon research facility small researchers can explore much in a playful manner and visit the castle’s legendary dragon Fauchi. What child does not dream of being a princess or a knight. Secret nooks and hidden stairs invite children on a journey of discovery. Here they can play, make things and dress up as what ever they like. See more..
4.5 Hallwyl Castle (137 reviews)
- a hidden gem.... shouldn't be missed!!
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 31, 2023 Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Castles

It is only a short hop from the romantic moated castle to the nature reserve on Lake Hallwil. Combine history, culture and nature to create an exciting experience! Travelling through time and space with the von Hallwyl family. Throughout its eight hundred-year history, the von Hallwyl dynasty, as part of the Argovian squirearchy, distinguished itself in a variety of ways: on confederate battlefields, at European courts, in science and politics, in trade and in the world of finance. On your tour of the castle premises you will discover medieval and post medieval areas of life divided into 11 themes. By means of an audio guide, selected family members will tell you the stories of their lives. However, the ordinary people, the farmers and subjects of the Lords of Hallwyl also have a voice. See more..
4.5 Stein Castle (88 reviews)
- Bracing walk rewards with panoramas
Historic Sites • Castles

It was great to see this former stronghold of the Habsburg empire. Reputedly first built on the strategic peak during the 1000s. Since then it has had a storied history. In the grand afternoon sunshine it was a pleasant walk from the lowlands. On reaching the pinnacle, great panoramas of the city were to be seen, enhanced by the clarity of the light. After relaxing and savouring the vistas for about an hour, descent was via a multitude of steps, leading back to the Old Town. See more..
4.5 Wildegg Castle (85 reviews)
- An excellent afternoon spent at Schloss Wildegg
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 31, 2023 Castles • History Museums

Surrounded today by gardens, pastures and vineyards, the castle was founded by the Habsburgs in the first half of the 13 century. Along with its domain the castle was owned by eleven generations of the Effinger dynasty. Immerse yourself in an authentic experience of historical gardening culture and comfortable living. Between 1483 and 1912 Wildegg Castle was the seat of the Effinger dynasty. The family was part of the landed gentry and had been admitted to the Bernese patriciate. During this time the castle and its outbuildings were repeatedly adapted to suit the changing requirements. The prestige of the dynasty was illustrated by the spoils of war that Bernhard Effinger brought back in 1683 from fighting the Turks outside Vienna, and by Holderbank Church which contains the family vault. An audio guide introduces selected members of the family and tells their life stories. See more..
4.5 Aargauer Kunsthaus (59 reviews)
- Nice to visit if you have time
Monday: Speciality Museums

Founded in 1959, the Aargauer Kunsthaus is one of the leading art museums in Switzerland. It derives its appeal in particular from its exhibition programme, in which contemporary art takes a central place, and from its outstanding permanent collection, arguably the most important public collection of Swiss art from the 18th century to the present. In 2003 the museum building was expanded based on designs by Herzog & de Meuron Architects in collaboration with the artist Rémy Zaugg. Each year the Kunsthaus presents about ten exhibitions, showcasing major national and international artistic approaches. Particular attention is also paid to young artists and to artists from the Argovian region. An innovative, wide-ranging art education programme serves to foster public appreciation, particularly on the part of a younger audience, of the exhibitions and the permanent collection, with the latter regularly being presented in new arrangements. See more..
4.5 Swiss Children's Museum (58 reviews)
- Games and fun
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Children's Museums

Das Schweizer Kindermuseum in Baden AG thematisiert Kindheit, die Welt des Kindes und ihre Veränderungen durch die vergangenen Jahrhunderte bis in die Gegenwart. Anhand historischer Objekte, interaktiven Stationen und im gemeinsamen Spiel erleben kleine und grosse Gäste generationenübergreifend, wie sich das Leben der Kinder in den letzten 300 Jahren gewandelt hat. Es ist das einzige Museum in der Schweiz, das sich in dieser Form mit der Thematik «Kindheit» auseinandersetzt. In den Sonderausstellungen des Museums werden aktuelle Themen kindgerecht aufbereitet. Die kindliche Perspektive ist massgeblich für die Gestaltung der Ausstellungen. Auch hier werden Möglichkeiten zum Spielen, Ausprobieren und Experimentieren geboten. See more..
4.5 Naturama Aargau (51 reviews)
- Global happiness
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums

Curious people love the Naturama! The journey through time through the canton of Aargau begins with dinosaurs and mammoths in the basement. Those who want to explore the present-day Aargau habitats in all weathers will find traces of the beaver, living mice, frogs and fish on the ground floor or feel like a beetle in a gigantic meadow. The upper floor offers a glimpse into the future. With the help of interactive films, games and listening stations, the Naturama provides interesting information about the constantly changing environment. Changing special exhibitions take up current nature and environmental topics and encourage visitors to find their own answers to pressing questions. Throughout the year, events are held for children, families and nature lovers. Feel, listen, touch, smell, build, try out In the nature lab, children and adults can independently satisfy their curiosity with all their senses. There is a lot of material to discover in 18 thematically different drawers. See more..
4.5 Museum Langmatt (48 reviews)
- Hidden Jewel
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Art Museums

The Museum Langmatt in Baden is unique in the Swiss museum landscape. The Art Nouveau villa of the industrialist couple Sidney and Jenny Brown-Sulzer houses one of the most important private collections of French Impressionism in Europe. Together with the villa and the park, the unique art collection forms an incomparable historical ensemble and a magical time capsule where inspired exhibitions combine the collection with contemporary art. In recent years, the museum has developed into a hotspot for contemporary painting and opened up to a wide range of events, from spoken poetry, pop concerts and classic car gatherings to picnics, yoga and drawing classes in the park. The Langmatt is a house of discoveries for all generations from near and far. See more..
4.5 Brauerei Feldschlösschen (45 reviews)
- Feldschlösschen Open Day 2017
Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Breweries

If you can, visit this brewery during its annual open day. It's very well organized, great friendly staff who explain a lot about beer in general and give you a chance to taste lots of different flavors. It also has good options for food and entertainment is provided for young and old. We were lucky enough to get some sunshine to make it a perfect day! P.S. Open day dates will be communicated via their own website. See more..
4.5 Inseli (44 reviews)
- fantastic littel gem in between to cities
Historic Sites

It is a nice place to go and have a look at between Rheinfelden germand and Rheinfelden switzerland. there is a nice places to get your feet wet or some others, more bold, swimm in the river there. There is nice shade and a few benches to sit on. See more..
4.5 Aarauer Wochenmarkt (44 reviews)
- Great
Monday: Speciality & Gift Shops

Not very big but colourfull and a lot of nice and very fresh food, drinks and flowers. You have to be there early in the Saturday morning. About 11 a.m. the most is sold out. See more..
4.5 Stapferhaus (44 reviews)
- Exhibition - FAKE.The Whole Truth.
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

Im Stapferhaus stehen die grossen Fragen der Gegenwart im Mittelpunkt: was unser Leben prägt, was unser Land beschäftigt und die Welt bewegt. Die relevanten Themen unserer Zeit macht das Stapferhaus in sinnlichen Ausstellungswelten erlebbar. An diesem Ort des Dialogs, der Inspiration und der spielerischen Erkenntnis sind alle willkommen: Jung und Alt, Expertinnen und Laien, Befürworter und Gegnerinnen. Alle, die unsere Zeit und sich selbst verstehen wollen. European Museum Award of the Year 2022 See more..
4.5 Wildpark Roggenhausen (41 reviews)
- Great place to visit with the kids
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos

It's a great place to go for a half day picnic with the kids. Near to the arau train station ( 2 bus stops). You can take a walk in the nature and see different animals( deers, peacocks, pigs, ponies...). This wild park is huge and we'll maintained. There is a small restaurant in the park. There are many benches randomly placed. You can even pack your lunch & eat. Toilets are also available for use. The small decent children's park next to the restaurant will also keep the kids busy playing. There were coin operated toy cars also..so save some coins or kid are going to be real upset. See more..
4.5 Verein Militar- und Festungsmuseum Full-Reuenthal (33 reviews)
- A well spent day! Traveled by train and bus from Zurich.
Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums

The military museum is well organized and very interesting to see. The military and fortress museum is apart from each other and a steep walk between them. Fortunately for me one of the guys working in the military musem was very kind and drove me to the fortress museum up the hill. Also the fortress museum was very interesting to see with the tunnels, weapons an exhibitions. See more..
4.5 Legionaerspfad Vindonissa (33 reviews)
- Romans allover
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 31, 2023 Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums

We came only for a brief stop but due to the great presentations and our active involvement we did stay around 3 hours. Having said that we did not even see all and we also did not participate in the various possible excursions with audio guides included. A great experience and first hand experience of Roman living around 90 AC for the complete family! Need to return to check all the other options. See more..
4.5 Muri Abbey (30 reviews)
- The biggest nave in Switzerland
Historic Sites

We visited the former Benedictine monastery, with cloister, crypt and the biggest nave in Switzerland. Alongside the fascinating monastery, we viewed the collection by Caspar Wolf, Switzerland’s most prominent painter of Alpine landscapes. See more..
4.5 Mystery Game (28 reviews)
- Alles 10/10
Monday: 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Escape Games

Feel like in the movie. Games like the movie classics of Sherlock Holmes, Hobbit and SAW are waiting for you. Visit our Escape Rooms in Oftringen. See more..
4.5 Die Cinema 8 AG (27 reviews)
- Kinobesuch mit Freunden
Spent More than 3 hours Movie Theaters

Wow! Dieses Kino/Restaurants/Bars/Hotel...... ist der absolute Hammer!!!!! So was findet man nicht so schnell wieder!
Personal überall sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend! See more..
4.5 Seeuferweg Hallwilersee (27 reviews)
- Excellent hike with many things to do
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Hiking Trails

Lake Hallwil is a terrific place for a good hike with various worthwhile things to visit along the way. There is also extensive boat transportation available. We really enjoyed our visit to restaurant Schifflände in Birrwil who serve authentic Knusperli. There are also a number of public beaches where you can swim or do stand up peddling, a favorite activity of the Swiss it appears. See more..
4.5 Historisches Museum Baden (27 reviews)
- Spas and more
Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Crossing the terrific historic Gedeckte Holzbrücke leads to the home of this museum. Within the great atmospheric Landvogteischloss and its more recent extension dating from the early 1990s. There is much to encompass for this fascinating city. Famous for its many spas over centuries, this is very well covered. But the city is much older that its high profile waters health giving properties. Multitude of artefacts from its impressive back-story amply illustrate these aspects in its longevity. See more..
4.5 Stadtmuseum Aarau (27 reviews)
- A place to learn the history of Aarau
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Science Museums • History Museums

A very informative museum located in central Aarau where you get to see the history and some great facts about Aarau and Switzerland. See more..
4.5 Holzbrücke (26 reviews)
- Atmospheric crossing
Spent 1-2 hours Bridges

It’s a remarkable route across the Limmat. Seen in its entirety from further along, two portholes and a grill aperture within the wood covers are marvellous. Interesting to learn that there were at least five predecessors extending across the river. All either washed away or destroyed in battles. This gem dates from 1809. Walking through is to see the robust wooden structures holding the whole assembly in place. Emerging on the eastern side the great Governor’s Castle is unmistakable. See more..
4.5 Heiternplatz (24 reviews)
- The most beautiful ground in Switzerland
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

A beautiful course, where many extraordinary events take place during the year, such as the well-known "Heiteren Open Air". See more..
4.5 Kloster Königsfelden (24 reviews)
- Top monastery
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Speciality Museums • Religious Sites

Once you enter this mystical location on what was formerly Roman soil, you will walk in the footsteps of a powerful world dynasty that once produced kings and emperors. Let yourself be inspired by the Habsburg concept of paradise! A family quarrel with a fatal outcome The murder of King Albrecht I led to the construction of Königsfelden Abbey Church. As was appropriate in the medieval concept of salvation and the afterlife, the king’s widow Elisabeth and her daughter Agnes created a place of remembrance for the Habsburg dynasty. After the Battle of Sempach, the fallen knights were also buried here. Visit the five stations where you will learn more about the history of Königsfelden Abbey from its foundation to modern times. See more..
4.5 Vindonissa Museum (20 reviews)
- Lego Temporary exhibit
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums

The only Roman museum in Switzerland, which specialises in the history of the Roman legions, is the Vindonissa Museum in Brugg. At that time, the first attempts to read and write started in Switzerland, and the latest permanent exhibition invites visitors to learn more about the first 100 years of reading and writing in the Upper Rhine Region. 2,000 years ago, public and private news was written on Roman slates. Now they guide the visitors through the different sections of the exhibition and inform about history and everyday lives of the Roman legions. On the ground floor, visitors find pieces that showcase the power of Rome. The first floor hosts the new permanent exhibition that illustrates the everyday lives of the legionnaires in the legion camp Vindonissa. See more..