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Musee Ariana

10 Ave de la Paix, Geneva 1202 , Switzerland
41 022 418 54 50
Ranked #20 of 39 attractions in Geneva
4.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums
Description: This museum displays a comprehensive collection of ceramic creations from several artistic genres.
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Cebu City, Philippines
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

A huge collection of wares from around the world. I saw lots of porcelains from China, etc. Entrance is free of charge. More

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norwich uk
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

modern glass blowing exhibition a bonus. The range and delicacy of the china , exquisite was the word that coming to mind. The building is gradiose too. More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

Went with a new friend to see the ceramic bowl exhibit, will return another time to see the rest. A quick walk from the un and near the red cross museum. The grounds and building are gorgeous. Since it is free, you can come and go as you wish, not a big commitment. Probably boring for children and husbands. More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

For those who like ceramics, it must be superb. For all the others, it's just interesting. If you have 2 or more days in Geneva, it may be worth visiting, otherwise, I'd say there are other places in Geneva more interesting. One good thing is that it is right in front of the UN building and opposite the Red Cross. More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

Take a break sitting in the small café outdoors (terrace, second floor (or European first). Pastries are amazing. Entry is free.. nothing to lose! More

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India
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

A beautiful museum set in a beautiful building, where you can see various china, crystal ware. Not crowded. Can enter with your rail pass if you have one. One to two hours worth visit. The garden is also good. There is a Gandhi statue outside. More

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gva
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
86 helpful votes 86 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

You can combine the visit easily with UN Palais des Nations, International Red Cross Museum, etc all in the same area, easiest walking distance from each other. Museum itself is located in the park of the same name Airian, so nice walk. Don't expect world class museum like Le Louvre or D'Orsay. Good thing. Like all the other museums run... More

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Asuncion, Paraguay
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2011

It was very pleasant wandering around the beautiful gardens and seeing beautiful artifacts in the museum. I enjoyed very much my visit there. More

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Manila, Philippines
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70 reviews 70 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

If one likes porcelain , crystal and glass, visiting the Ariana is a good way to spend an hour or two. There are no signs in English though. The day I went the place was busy preparing for a video shoot of the museum scheduled for the following day. Probably not the best time to go, with all kinds of... More

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London, UK
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2010
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I decided to visit after reading Tripadvisor reviews and was glad I did. My daughter and I whizzed round the gallery on our final day in town and found plenty that caught our eyes - Lalique and Art Nouveau glass in my case; china pigeons in her case. We were both intrigued to learn that white cockerels were good for... More

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