Portail des Nations
The future United Nations visitor center in Geneva presents the one-hour immersive experience "Together" on multilateralism and the work of the United Nations.
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About the museum
Portail des Nations goes back to an initiative by Ivan Pictet, who comes from international finance and, together with the then Director-General of the UN Office in Geneva, wanted to create a public center at the Palais des Nations. The Fondation Portail des Nations was established in 2019; in 2020 the UN General Assembly approved the donation. Construction began in 2024, and the opening took place on June 7, 2026.
The complex of nearly 2,000 square meters consists of pavilions set into the terrain below the Allée des Drapeaux; they were designed by the Geneva architects Charles Pictet Baptiste Broillet Associés. The foundation operates the Portal until the end of 2027; from 2028, the UN Office in Geneva (ONUG) is to take over as the official visitor center of the United Nations.
At its heart is the roughly 60-minute immersive experience "Together" in three pavilions. In "Langage," a 270-degree projection tells the story of the UN languages; "Connaissance" is about collective knowledge and the successes of international cooperation; and in "Réponse," guests take on the role of a member state and vote on a fictional resolution. There is also the Café des Nations and a shop.
Highlights
- Immersive experience "Together" in three pavilions (about 60 minutes)
- Available in eight languages, with an audio guide or as a cinema version
- 270-degree projection and interactive vote on a resolution
- At the historic entrance of the Palais des Nations, below the Allée des Drapeaux
- Café des Nations with terrace and garden
Permanent exhibition
- Together – die immersive Erfahrung – A one-hour journey through three pavilions (language, knowledge, response) that shows how the United Nations works and ends with a vote on a resolution.
- Founded
- 2026
- Operated by
- Fondation Portail des Nations
Admission & discounts
| Adults | CHF 31.80 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | CHF 26.50Students, senior citizens, people with reduced mobility, unemployed people |
| Children & teens | CHF 10.60free up to age 9 · Ages 11 to 13; ages 14 to 17 pay CHF 15.90; children under 10 free. |
| Seniors | CHF 26.50 |
| Visitors with disabilities | CHF 26.50People with reduced mobility |
| Students & apprentices | CHF 26.50 |
| Groups (15+ people) | –Group packages for a full session (max. 40 people): companies CHF 969.85, non-profit organizations CHF 570.50, schools CHF 285.50. |
| Young people aged 14–17 | CHF 15.90 |
Tickets online only. Rebooking is possible up to 10 working days before the visit; afterwards there is no refund, and the full price is charged for no-shows. Groups of at least 15 people are recommended.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The entire route is accessible; visitors with reduced mobility should get in touch beforehand.
Kids & families
Only partly suitable for kidsRecommended for ages 11+
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
|---|---|
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 9 |
- Hands-on stations
Recommended from age 11; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Nations
Tram 15 and buses 5, 8, 11, 20, 22 and 60 to "Appia" or "Nations"; nearest railway station Sécheron (SBB). From the airport about 10 minutes by public transport or taxi.
By car
No on-site parking at the museum.
There is no parking on the grounds; Parking des Nations is on Rue de Varembé.
Entrance at the historic access to the Palais des Nations, below the Allée des Drapeaux.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
- Museum shop
- Coat check: not available
- Lockers
Café des Nations (70 seats indoors, 35 on the terrace, in the garden and the agora), run by Eldora; gift shop. No cloakroom, but 65 free lockers. It is best to travel without luggage.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
Private hire of an entire session and events for groups on request.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | no |
|---|---|
| Audio guide | yes (EN, FR, ES, RU, ZH, AR, DE, IT) |
| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography without flash is tolerated in the common areas; it is strictly prohibited in the immersive pavilions. |
| Good to know | The experience lasts about 60 minutes, preceded by a 15-minute introduction in the reception pavilion. Choose between the cinema version and the multilingual version with audio guide. Access is via the historic entrance of the Palais des Nations; entry works like a border control with a passport or Schengen ID. Flat, closed shoes are recommended, as the route is done standing. Leaving and returning during a session is not possible. |
