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Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)
The Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG), located in Geneva, Switzerland, is an ethnography museum whose permanent exhibition 'The Archives of Human Diversity' presents over 1,000 objects selected from its collections of more than 75,000 items representing cultures from the five continents. The museum also houses an ethnomusicology section with musical instruments from around the world and the International Archives of Popular Music. It hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers a rich program of activities, guided tours and workshops.

Families and Kids

The MEG offers guided tours and workshops specially designed for children and school groups, adapted to their age and school level. The temporary exhibition is designed to be accessible to young audiences, with content understandable from age 8. Strollers are welcome in all museum spaces, and high chairs and changing tables are available.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Yes (partly)
  • Lockers: True
  • Pushchair accessible: True
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Culture and ethnography
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Interactive exhibits

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00. Closed on Mondays, 25 December and 1 January.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00-18:00
Wednesday
11:00-18:00
Thursday
11:00-18:00
Friday
11:00-18:00
Saturday
11:00-18:00
Sunday
11:00-18:00

Admission fees

12 CHF
Adult admission
0 CHF
Free for visitors up to 25 years old.
8 CHF
Reduced rate for AVS (old-age pension) recipients.
8 CHF
Reduced rate for groups of 12 or more people.
0 CHF
Free admission on the first Sunday of each month.

Contact

Webpage
meg.ch
Email
meg@geneve.ch
Address
Boulevard Carl-Vogt 65, 1205 Genève

Access

Nearby stops

  • Genève, Musée d'ethnographie150 meters walking distance
  • Genève, Uni-Mail450 meters walking distance
  • Genève, Plainpalais600 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Genève
12m
Lausanne
56m
Martigny
1h 57m
Sion
2h 12m
Neuchâtel
2h 12m

FAQ

  • Can I visit the museum with a stroller?
    Yes, you can move around with a stroller in all areas of the museum, including the exhibition rooms.
  • Are animals allowed inside the museum?
    Animals are not allowed inside the museum, except for service dogs (guide dogs and/or assistance dogs).
  • Can I take photos inside the exhibition rooms?
    Photography and video are allowed for visitors inside the museum, except for certain works in temporary exhibitions marked 'no photo'. Professional photography requires prior authorization.
  • Is there a breastfeeding space available?
    Yes, a quiet breastfeeding space is available on request from the reception team.
  • Can I leave my luggage in a cloakroom during my visit?
    Yes, you can store your luggage in the large lockers available on the first basement level (floor -1), subject to availability.
  • Are wheelchairs available for loan at the museum?
    Yes, wheelchairs are loaned for your visit inside the MEG spaces, in exchange for a valid ID, subject to availability. Simply request them at the museum ticket counters.