Maison Tavel, Geneva

Name: Maison Tavel
Address: Rue du Puits-St.-Pierre 6, Geneva, 1204, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 22 418 37 00

#51 among attractions in Geneva

Museum, History museum, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Maison Tavel is a Geneva museum and the oldest residential building still in existence in the city. It is part of the Musées d'Art et d'Histoire and displays exhibits on the history of the city of Geneva. Dating back to the 14th century, the building is an example of civil architecture of the Middle Ages in Switzerland. It is located at 6 rue du Puits-Saint-Pierre, in the heart of Geneva's old town.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°12'5"N, 6°8'49"E

Address

Rue du Puits-St.-Pierre 6Centre-Plainpalais-Acacias (Cité)Geneva 1204 Switzerland

Contact

+41 22 418 37 00

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Day trips

Maison Tavel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Pierre Cathedral, Pont du Mont-Blanc, Reformation Wall, Jardin Anglais.

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Bridge
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~450 ftSE
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~890 ftW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Maison Tavel open?

Maison Tavel is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Maison Tavel?

Nearby attractions include House of Rousseau and Literature, Geneva (1 min walk), Musée Barbier-Mueller, Geneva (1 min walk), St. Pierre Cathedral, Geneva (2 min walk), Calvin Auditory, Geneva (3 min walk).

How to get to Maison Tavel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Maison Tavel:

Bus

Hôtel-de-Ville • Lines: 36 (1 min walk)
Cathédrale • Lines: 36 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

Palais Eynard • Lines: 3 (3 min walk)
Molard • Lines: 10, 2, 7 (5 min walk)

Tram

Molard • Lines: 12, 17 (4 min walk)
Place de Neuve • Lines: 12, 17, 18 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Molard • Lines: M1 (6 min walk)
Genève-Jardin-Anglais • Lines: 3150, 3154 (8 min walk)

Train

Geneva Railway Station (17 min walk)
Genève-Champel (18 min walk)