If you are interested in Swiss history and culture, this excellent museum next to the Zurich HB train station is a great place to start. It is full of excellent multimedia presentations and interactive displays that walk you from the ancient origins of this land all the way to modern days.
Free with Zürich Card.
Open: Tue-Sun 10:00 – 17:00 / Thurs open until 19:00 / Closed Mondays
Website: www.landesmuseum.ch