The MEG is a renowned museum dedicated to the exploration and presentation of cultural diversity from around the world. Located in the heart of Geneva, it houses an extensive collection of over 80,000 objects, including artifacts, textiles, and artworks that highlight the rich traditions and histories of various communities. The museum emphasizes interactive and immersive exhibitions, engaging visitors with contemporary issues related to culture and identity.

Cool fact: The e-MEG app serves as a digital twin of the permanent exhibition, providing an audio guide and detailed descriptions along with photographs of all displayed objects.

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Since its opening in 1994, the MAMCO Geneva (Musée d’art moderne et contemporain)  has staged 450 exhibitions with works dating from the 1960s to the present day. Mamco’s holdings include works by Christo, Martin Kippenberger, Jenny Holzer, Dan Flavin, Sarkis, Franz Erhard Walther and Sylvie Fleury, among many others.

Cool fact: The MAMCO is the epicenter of the “Nuit des Bains”, held three times a year.  During this event, the district around the museum is transformed into a large gallery and attracts thousands of art lovers and sightseers each night.

Set in an elegant neo-Renaissance building overlooking Lake Geneva, the Ariana Museum is dedicated to the arts of ceramics and glass. Its remarkable collections span centuries of craftsmanship from Europe, the Middle East and Asia, revealing the creativity, techniques and cultural exchanges behind these decorative arts.

Cool fact: On the first Sunday of each month, the Ariana Museum opens its temporary exhibitions to the public.

Maison Tavel, the oldest house in Geneva, now serves as a museum showcasing the city’s rich history. 

Cool fact: The museum’s 3D map offers a unique look at how Geneva has evolved over the centuries, providing a visual journey through the city’s transformation.

The Musée d’Art et d’Histoire is Geneva’s largest museum, with a vast collection of artwork, archaeological treasures, and historical artifacts. The museum houses over a million objects, including rare and valuable pieces from different periods of history.

Cool fact: Don’t miss their “Carte Blanche” shows where contemporary artists are invited to curate museum wide exhibitions.