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International Museum of the Reformation

Located in Geneva, Switzerland, the International Museum of the Reformation (MIR) is the only secular institution devoted to the history of the Reformation and Protestantism. Its permanent exhibition "A History of the Reformation" unfolds across nine spaces in the 18th-century Maison Mallet, presenting paintings, objects, books, engravings and audiovisual installations, including two portraits of Luther by Cranach, a personal letter by Calvin and a testimony of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Visitors can use free audio guides in fourteen languages and augmented-reality animations of fifteen major works. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The museum offers family guided tours once a month, specially adapted for families, with activities such as discovering the details of a work and printing one's own engraving, recommended from age 7. A special family rate is available for one adult and one child.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations, Workshops

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00. Closed on 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-17:00
Wednesday
10:00-17:00
Thursday
10:00-17:00
Friday
10:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
10:00-17:00

Admission fees

13 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Reduced rate for AVS/AI pensioners and unemployed persons, on presentation of proof.
8 CHF
Students and apprentices aged 17-25.
6 CHF
Young people aged 7-16.
0 CHF
Children aged 0-6: free.
8 CHF
Groups of 15 or more people, per person.

Contact

Webpage
musee-reforme.ch
Email
info@mir.ch
Address
Cour de Saint-Pierre 10, 1204 Genève

Access

Nearby stops

  • Genève, Cathédrale50 meters walking distance
  • Genève, Molard300 meters walking distance
  • Genève, Rive450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Genève
9m
Lausanne
55m
Martigny
1h 55m
Sion
2h 10m
Neuchâtel
2h 10m

FAQ

  • Are audio guides included in the admission price?
    Yes, audio guides are free and available in fourteen languages, and augmented-reality animations of fifteen works can be activated on iPads. The devices are available on free loan at the reception.
  • Is the museum accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    Yes, access with a ramp is available from Rue de l'Évêché. Visitors should follow the signage around the building and contact the reception for assistance.
  • Does the museum offer guided tours for school classes?
    Yes, the museum offers guided visits for school classes in French, English, German, Italian and Spanish. The visit lasts about one hour. Visits are free for classes from the Geneva public instruction department (DIP) and paid for other schools.
  • What payment methods are accepted at the museum?
    The museum accepts Swiss francs and euros (change given in Swiss francs), Twint and the main bank cards (Maestro, Visa, MasterCard, Postcard).
  • Is there a combined ticket with Saint-Pierre Cathedral?
    Yes, a combined ticket called "Espace Saint-Pierre" includes admission to the International Museum of the Reformation, Saint-Pierre Cathedral, its towers and its archaeological site.