Rating
4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
Luke Goh (2 years ago)
Free admission with the Swiss pass with lockers to put your things in the basement. No backpacks allowed while on the visit. I found the antique collection on the 3rd and 2nd floor more relatable since I am not a fan of the Patek Philippe watches which are displayed on the first floor. Learning about the history of portable watches and looking at the last specimens that exist in the world from the 14-15th century was a big draw. No photos allowed usually but I couldn't help but snap a few of the more impressive clocks.
Free admission with the Swiss pass with lockers to put your things in the basement. No backpacks allowed while on the visit. I found the antique collection on the 3rd and 2nd floor more relatable since I am not a fan of the Patek Philippe watches which are displayed on the first floor. Learning about the history of portable watches and looking at the last specimens that exist in the world from the 14-15th century was a big draw. No photos allowed usually but I couldn't help but snap a few of the more impressive clocks.
Mr P (2 years ago)
An incredible experience showcasing a historic timeline of watch making. Opened at exactly 2pm..on time! Friendly welcome at reception. Be prepared to store your belongings into a locker on the lower ground and no, you are not able to take any photographs. A shame but understandable. For the avid watch fans, perhaps there should be small souvenir shop to make the visit a little more memorable. Note: The staff inside will not smile and appear extremely arrogant. One assumes they feel superior to others in their suits working in such a prestigious location. We are all human, remember that!
An incredible experience showcasing a historic timeline of watch making. Opened at exactly 2pm..on time! Friendly welcome at reception. Be prepared to store your belongings into a locker on the lower ground and no, you are not able to take any photographs. A shame but understandable. For the avid watch fans, perhaps there should be small souvenir shop to make the visit a little more memorable. Note: The staff inside will not smile and appear extremely arrogant. One assumes they feel superior to others in their suits working in such a prestigious location. We are all human, remember that!
Diệp Vũ (2 years ago)
This is a great place but for my experience as a person going many luxury museums, it should allow visitors to take pictures insides. The museum doesnt include only its collection but also various items in the world. In general, nothing negatively affect my experience here.
This is a great place but for my experience as a person going many luxury museums, it should allow visitors to take pictures insides. The museum doesnt include only its collection but also various items in the world. In general, nothing negatively affect my experience here.
Stephan Müller (3 years ago)
I really enjoyed this museum. It has a VERY BIG collection of watches from Patek Phillipe's history. You start from the top floor and work your way down. With every floor you get too see almost exponentially more watches. It's incredible how many different designs were made throughout time as styles and fashion changed. There are even some interesting experimental ones. On the ground floor you can see their little workshop. The normal entrance price is only 10 CHF and they also offer a complimentary audio guide in the form of a tablet with headphones. If you have a backpack or bigger bags you have to stow them in their lockers (you only need a coin or can get a free token with the staff). The only thing I thought was unfortunate is the fact that you can't take any photos of the watches/clocks (probably for a good reason).
I really enjoyed this museum. It has a VERY BIG collection of watches from Patek Phillipe's history. You start from the top floor and work your way down. With every floor you get too see almost exponentially more watches. It's incredible how many different designs were made throughout time as styles and fashion changed. There are even some interesting experimental ones. On the ground floor you can see their little workshop. The normal entrance price is only 10 CHF and they also offer a complimentary audio guide in the form of a tablet with headphones. If you have a backpack or bigger bags you have to stow them in their lockers (you only need a coin or can get a free token with the staff). The only thing I thought was unfortunate is the fact that you can't take any photos of the watches/clocks (probably for a good reason).
Agata Fratczak (3 years ago)
Trully sanctuary of watchmaking. Great museum, best of the best. Located in an elegant four-storey building that was constructed in the early 20th century in the heart of Geneva. Here you can admire wonderful collection of watches (over 2000 pcs), jewellery and other beautiful belongings. There is the oldest manufactured watch and the most complicated. How to visit museum: 1. Begin at the ground floor (auditorium), where you can see old horologic machines, watch the film about founders (Antoni Patek, Franciszek Czapek and later Adriene Philippe) and company's history (ca.15 min, english/french). Here you can also see watchmaker during work, chapeau bas master ?. 2. Go to the 3rd floor where is the library and archive. 3. Go down to the 2nd floor, there are the oldest watches (1500-1850) and jewellery and other decorative belongings. 4. Go down to the 1st floor, there are amazing collection of Patek Philippe (1839- present). If you want you can take auto-guide (iPad). Ticket costs: 10 CHF per adult Unfortunattely photo is forbidden, you have to leave bag (even small), camera, mob.phone at cloackroom. In my opinion on of the best museum wherever I've visited.
Trully sanctuary of watchmaking. Great museum, best of the best. Located in an elegant four-storey building that was constructed in the early 20th century in the heart of Geneva. Here you can admire wonderful collection of watches (over 2000 pcs), jewellery and other beautiful belongings. There is the oldest manufactured watch and the most complicated. How to visit museum: 1. Begin at the ground floor (auditorium), where you can see old horologic machines, watch the film about founders (Antoni Patek, Franciszek Czapek and later Adriene Philippe) and company's history (ca.15 min, english/french). Here you can also see watchmaker during work, chapeau bas master ?. 2. Go to the 3rd floor where is the library and archive. 3. Go down to the 2nd floor, there are the oldest watches (1500-1850) and jewellery and other decorative belongings. 4. Go down to the 1st floor, there are amazing collection of Patek Philippe (1839- present). If you want you can take auto-guide (iPad). Ticket costs: 10 CHF per adult Unfortunattely photo is forbidden, you have to leave bag (even small), camera, mob.phone at cloackroom. In my opinion on of the best museum wherever I've visited.
