Museums in Martigny
Martigny is a child-sized city of museums. The undisputed star is called Barryland: the Saint Bernard dogs melt the hearts of all generations. At the Fondation Pierre Gianadda, art meets vintage cars and a sculpture garden where visitors can roam freely.
Curious minds can continue at the Museum of Earth Sciences, among minerals and crystals from the Alps, or at the Automobile Museum for a ride that rolls.
Here is our selection of family-friendly museums to visit in Martigny.
Our selection of family-friendly museums to visit in Martigny
Discover the best Museums activities for children in Martigny.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
The Automobile Museum in Martigny: a trip that rolls
In Martigny, the Automobile Museum of the Pierre Gianadda Foundation amazes young and old alike. A stroll among vintage cars that tell the story of mobility.
Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden
In Martigny, the Pierre Gianadda Foundation combines major exhibitions, a Gallo-Roman museum, vintage cars, and a sculpture garden. A calm and curious outing, perfect for families all year round.
Barryland in Martigny: museum and Saint Bernard dogs with family
In Martigny, Barryland brings together a living museum and adorable Saint Bernard dogs. A gentle and educational outing to discover alpine history and get close to these big-hearted heroes.
Why choose Martigny for a family museum outing?
Because everything is within walking distance: four museums in a compact city, at the crossroads of the Valais valleys. It's the perfect option when the weather ruins a mountain day — we replace the peaks with the Saint-Bernard and the crystals.
And the range of themes avoids negotiations: dogs for the little ones, cars for enthusiasts, art and the sculpture garden for everyone to stroll together. Check the schedule of temporary exhibitions at the Gianadda on the official website.
