Aarau, Switzerland

Top things to do in Aarau

3 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Museum4.5

Aargauer Kunsthaus

63 reviews

Modern art museum in Aarau with a focus on Swiss artists from the 18th century to today.

Market

Market4.5

Aarauer Wochenmarkt

45 reviews

A vibrant weekly market in Aarau's old town, offering fresh local produce, flowers, and artisanal goods every Saturday.

Landmark

Landmark4.5

Obertorturm

21 reviews

Historic medieval gate tower in Aarau's old town, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into the city's past.

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What is the most visited attraction in Aarau?

Aargauer Kunsthaus draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Aarau, with 63 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

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