Geneva is home to some truly unique museums that will delight those who love to discover new things.
Immerse yourself in the heart of humanitarian Geneva, travel back to the time of the first watchmakers or take a whirlwind tour of artworks in the Bains district: culture is all around the city.
Embark on a captivating journey through Geneva's vibrant art and culture museums.
Art and culture museums
Step back in time to explore Geneva's rich history and heritage in captivating museums.
History and heritage museums
From the cutting-edge particle physics at A Globe of Science and Innovation (CERN) to the exploration of Earth's natural beauties at the Museum of Natural History, and the captivating world of...
Science, nature and specialized museumsGeneva features a remarkable collection of themed and historic museums. As you explore Geneva’s cultural landscape, you’ll uncover the best among them, some nestled in the lush outskirts of the city, while others reside in its bustling heart. From the iconic Musée d’Art et d’Histoire to the captivating Patek Philippe Museum, these institutions beckon both residents and visitors to embark on a captivating journey through their diverse collections.
At first sight, the Ariana Museum is an architectural marvel in a magnificent setting. The vaulted ceiling full of stars and the great hall’s audacious colonnades surprise the visitor to the sumptuous...
Musée Ariana
The Globe of Science and Innovation, representing the Earth, embodies CERN's message to society in the fields of science, particle physics, cutting edge technologies and applications. Measuring 27...
Globe de la Science et de l'Innovation - CERN
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum asks a central question: how does humanitarian action concerns us all, here and now?
Through its exhibitions and events, it questions the issues,...
Musée International de la Croix-Rouge et du Croissant-Rouge MICR
Housed in one of the most elegant town houses in the old town, next to the Cathedral, the Musée International de la Réforme presents a history of the Protestant Reformation in nine rooms. From the...
Musée international de la Réforme
The Mamco is the largest and youngest museum of contemporary art in Switzerland. It is internationally renowned as a point of reference for the contemporary art scene. Its work is based on a...
MAMCO - Musée d'art moderne et contemporain
As one of the ten most visited tourist destinations in French-speaking Switzerland, the MEG is an architectural symbol in the Plainpalais district. It is a deeply human museum that addresses the major...
Musée d'ethnographie de Genève - MEG
At the heart of the Citizen of Geneva’s birthplace, an atypical sensory experience awaits you. Texts, films, photographs, illustrations and musical pieces all come together to offer a new perspective...
Maison Rousseau et Littérature (MRL)
Since 1974, the Centre of Contemporary Art has been a friendly place for Swiss and international artists ready for new encounters, with a public which is always at the cutting edge. All sectors of...
Centre d'Art Contemporain Genève
The History of Science Museum showcases a collection of rare and ancient scientific instruments from the 17th to the 19th century. The exhibits help us to better understand the evolution of technical...
Musée d'histoire des sciences
The remains of churches pre-dating the Cathedral are hidden beneath this ancient building, the oldest dating back to the 4th century. But the ground underneath St Peter's also holds evidence of the...
Site archéologique de la Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de GenèveFrom the wonders of nature at the Museum of Natural History to reptilian encounters at Vivarium de Meyrin, and historical discoveries at La Maison Tavel, there’s something for every young explorer. Explore diverse cultures at the Ethnography Museum Geneva - MEG, learn about compassion at the Red Cross Museum.
Built by Geneva architect Marc Camoletti to bring together different public collections under one roof, it was inaugurated in 1910. Its collection is highly diversified: paintings and sculptures,...
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Three young people with a passion for snakes created the Elapsoïdea Association (named after a snake from Africa) in 1979. Its objectives: education, the preservation of species and collaboration with...
Vivarium de Meyrin
Geneva’s first botanical gardens were created in 1817 as an expression of the then prevailing naturalist trend. Today, the Botanical Gardens and Conservatory occupy roughly 28 hectares. The garden’s...
Conservatoire et Jardin botaniques de GenèveThe Globe of Science and Innovation, representing the Earth, embodies CERN's message to society in the fields of science, particle physics, cutting edge technologies and applications. Measuring 27...
Globe de la Science et de l'Innovation - CERN
Through landmark exhibitions and temporary scenographies, the Museum of Ethnography of Geneva (MEG) explores the diversity of cultures and the richness of their differences. Equipped with a structure...
Musée d'ethnographie de Genève - MEG
The Maison Tavel is a unique testimony to medieval civil architecture in Switzerland. Destroyed by fire in 1334, it was rebuilt by the Tavels, a noble Genevan family who gave the house its character...
Maison TavelThe remains of churches pre-dating the Cathedral are hidden beneath this ancient building, the oldest dating back to the 4th century. But the ground underneath St Peter's also holds evidence of the...
Site archéologique de la Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Genève
Geneva has a large number of cultural institutions and an exciting programme of events throughout the year. Music, dance, theatre, ephemeral exhibitions, vernissages, culture in Geneva offers art lovers a stay rich in discoveries.
A true cultural hub, Geneva unfolds its numerous museums and myriad galleries, theatres and concert halls in a relatively small area. Modern or contemporary art, oriental marvels, flights of lyricism or historical treasures, the city pampers the arts and offers a plethora of events throughout the year that will delight aesthetes of all backgrounds. Time has come to awaken the senses…
Housed in one of the most elegant town houses in the old town, next to the Cathedral, the Musée International de la Réforme presents a history of the Protestant Reformation in nine rooms. From the...
Musée international de la Réforme
Who was John Calvin ? What journey did he go on ? How did he contribute to the development of Protestantism, a movement that changed the history of Europe ? Why did
the Reformation play such an...
Visite guidée: La Réforme et CalvinThe Globe of Science and Innovation, representing the Earth, embodies CERN's message to society in the fields of science, particle physics, cutting edge technologies and applications. Measuring 27...
Globe de la Science et de l'Innovation - CERNThe International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum asks a central question: how does humanitarian action concerns us all, here and now?
Through its exhibitions and events, it questions the issues,...
Musée International de la Croix-Rouge et du Croissant-Rouge MICR
Discover the role of Geneva on the world stage with its international organisations, diplomatic missions and non-governmental organisations.
Take a stroll through iconic parks and admire works of...
Visite guidée: La Genève internationale
The Patek Philippe Museum is located in the heart of the Plainpalais district. Opened in 2001, it gathers the most prestigious creations of the brand’s master watchmakers as well as an extraordinary...
Patek Philippe Museum
On Saturday afternoons, benefit from the knowledge of a guide to discover 500 years of watchmaking history. The magnificent watchmaking and enamelware collections of Swiss, Genevan and European...
Visite guidée : Patek Philippe MuseumThe Old Town of Geneva has many stories to tell. Enter the magical atmosphere of its historical museums!
Built by Geneva architect Marc Camoletti to bring together different public collections under one roof, it was inaugurated in 1910. Its collection is highly diversified: paintings and sculptures, graphic arts, archaeological collections, furniture and domestic objects, weapons, musical instruments, textiles, watches, enamelware and jewelry. Only a small proportion of…
The Reformation that changed the history of Europe.
Discover the museums of the Bains district, a vibrant neighbourhood where culture is at every corner.
The Mamco is the largest and youngest museum of contemporary art in Switzerland. It is internationally renowned as a point of reference for the contemporary art scene. Its work is based on a collection of 4,000 items, a third of which is owned by the museum. Since its opening in 1994, the museum has held over 450 exhibitions, reflecting the diversity and dynamism of…
The Patek Philippe Museum is located in the heart of the Plainpalais district. Founded in 2001, it showcases the most prestigious creations of the brand’s master watchmakers. Visitors can also admire an extraordinary collection of watches, musical automata and enamel miniatures from the 16th to the 19th centuries, created in Geneva, Switzerland and Europe. The museum…
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