Musee d'Art et d'Histoire

1 pass, 60 activities: Discover the best of Geneva with the Geneva City Pass! A city pass is a card that allows you to enjoy a variety of activities for free or at a very low price. Visit a museum, take a cruise on the lake, go on a guided tour, go rafting: enjoy 60 free or discounted activities for both young and old in Geneva for a duration of 24, 48 or 72 hours! Examples of savings with the Geneva City Pass -One entry to MAMCO (Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art) costs CHF 15. > With the Geneva City Pass, it’s free! -The breathtaking “Geneva Tour” cruise costs CHF 19. > With the Geneva City Pass, it’s free. -A 30-minute pedal boat ride on the lake costs CHF 14. > With the Geneva City Pass, it’s free. -With the Geneva City Pass you’ll get a CHF 10 discount on the rental of a licence-free motorboat.

Your expert local city guide will show you the city's best parts, including hidden secrets you can’t find easily on your own. On this walking tour will be able to see a lot of sightseeing points within a short timeframe. Apart from explaining the sightseeing points your guide can provide insight into the history and culture of the city and the country in general. The focus of this tour is to see the city like a local. However, this private tour can be customised according to your wishes. Sightseeing points to visit can be agreed upon in advance or discussed when meeting up. ITINERARY: STANDARD Sightseeing places we can easily visit during the tour are: • Jet d’Eau: Large fountain and one of the city’s most famous landmarks. • Jardin Anglais: The English-inspired landmark park features an 1862 fountain, a flower-clock sculpture & lake views. • Geneva Flower Clock: It is an outdoor flower clock that has around 6,500 plants and shrubs used for the clock face. Several plants open and close their flowers at different times of the day. • Geneva’s Old Town: Switzerland’s largest historical city, dominated by St. Peter’s Cathedral. Historical buildings, mysterious museums and famous secret passageways are well kept by the residents. • St. Pierre Cathedral: It was a former Roman cathedral that was converted to a reformed protestant church during the Reformation. • La Tour de l’Horloge (Tour du Molard): This clocktower was mentioned as early as the 14th century, it was part of the fortified enclosure of the lower town. • L’Ancien Arsenal: A small compact artillery museum with a collection of vintage canons and colourful battle-themed mosaics. • Place du Bourg-de-Four: A fortified city and a lovely old square with restaurants and shops. • Reformation Wall: This stone wall monument honours the Protestant Reformation & its founders, including John Calvin. • Promenade de la Treille: Elevated promenade that boasts one of the longest benches in the world & scenic city views. • Palace of Nations: The Palace of Nations is the home of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Some examples of HIDDEN SECRETS we can visit include: • Île Rousseau: The Île Rousseau is an island and park in Geneva, situated in the middle of the Rhone. It was named after the philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau. On the island is a statue of Rousseau. • Bain des Paquis: Popular public bathhouse on a pier in Lake Geneva that turns into a sauna during winter. • Bâtiment des Forces Motrices: French for “Power plant building” is the powerhouse of a former hydropower plant. • Musee d’Art et d’Histoire: Largest art museum in Switzerland with monumental art pieces. Please note that it is not guaranteed to visit all the sightseeing places listed here. How many places you can visit depends on the length of the tour booked and how much time you spend at each place. After booking you can discuss the detailed itinerary with your guide.

Get the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Geneva's notoriously private art scene on this private tour with a local guide and learn why thousands of art lovers from across the globe flock to the city each year. This tour is perfect for both first-time visitors to Geneva and returning tourists who want to go beneath the surface of the city. As you wander around the streets of the city, admire impressive street art and learn more about the many galleries and museums. Learn why artists such as Christian Hunziger, Robert Frei and Georges Berthoud have made such a name for themselves in Geneva. Don't miss the opportunity to discover the most significant cultural and historical details of the colorful and multi-faced Geneva while you dive into the art and culture of the city from a local perspective.

Embark on “Geneva’s Time Capsule: A Historic Journey Through the City,” a tour crafted to unveil Geneva’s storied past through its iconic landmarks. Begin at the Musée d’Art et d’Histoire, a repository of art and history spanning centuries. Continue to St Pierre Cathedral, a cornerstone of religious and architectural heritage. Visit the Reformation Wall, a monumental tribute to the city’s pivotal role in the Reformation. Experience the grandeur of the Grand Théâtre de Genève, a cultural beacon for performing arts. Conclude your journey at L’Usine, a contemporary cultural hub housed in a historical building, showcasing the city’s vibrant arts scene.