Musée d'histoire des sciences de la Ville de Genève — Attraction in Geneva

Informatic, useful and rich museum of science. Different sections, give the opportunity to meet the first equipment in the past. Sun watches, weather forecast instruments, science and much more. The museum is free of charge. It's situated in the middle of the park. Amazing view and atmosphere. Strongly recommend. The museum was established in 1964 by the enthusiasm of l'Association du Musée et de la Revue d'histoire des sciences (the Museum and review of the History of Science Association), following an exhibition of science history at the Musée Rath. Once opened the Swiss Institute of Physics and Observatory donated their historic instruments to the collection. Early director, the astronomer Margarida Archinard, was succeeded by chemist, Marc Cramer.[4] Jacques Ayer has been director since 2012.[3]

Initially affiliated to the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, since 2006 the museum has been linked to the Natural History Museum...

We came to the museum on a Monday morning and we were alone in the museum. I brought my 2 nephews with me (2 kids/ 2 adults) and as any normal 7 & 10 year old they were happy to discover the place, ask questions and interact together in a peaceful way. We were told off by the security guard for making too much noise, which is completely false, unfair and out of line. I emphasize the fact that we were alone in the museum and the kids were acting 100% normal for kids their age. On the first floor, we were told off by the second security guard for not following the arrows (order of rooms) - again we were alone on the floor to visit. The guard proceeded to follow us around in each room after that. I am baffled by such rudeness and poor service. Otherwise the museum is quite interesting although it would benefit from more interactive...

I visited here with my A-Level Physics class, and we were all very interested in everything here. There was lots of history in the old scientific equipment here. There was lots to learn about everything here. I think it could have been a bit more immersive with more than just printed signs.

Outside, there are hands-on experiments. These are a great way to learn about the physics and are accessible even when the museum is closed.

For those who don't have so much of an interest in science, there is an amazing view over Lake Geneva from the balcony.

For anyone who has even the slightest interest in physics, this is definitely...