December 18th, 2009
Geneva Museums
Looking for an intro to Swiss culture? Geneva’s museums are a great place to start. Here are our top picks for a thorough overview:
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
Head over to MAMCO (Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art) for a fascinating look at art since the 1960s. Also, admission is free every first Sunday and Wednesday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 6 pm.
Maison Tavel
Visitors to the Tavel House will gain a vast understanding of life in Geneva throughout history— from the middle ages to the present. As another interesting sight, the house’s basement is inscribed with medieval graffiti.
Patek Phillipe Museum
The Swiss are, of course, famous for their intricate and trusted timepieces. Now you can see some wonderful examples of these engineering marvels— from the rare and antique, to the current and beyond.
The Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
Learn the interesting history of the world’s first humanitarian organization. From engaging multimedia presentations to traditional museum offerings, visitors leave with a full understanding of how the Red Cross truly did change the world.
