Rooms at the Museum of majolica Genius

A wonderful experience visiting this private home dedicated to tiles (and other small interesting collections, like of tin boxes). For 10€, the guided tour gave us a lot of input for the process of making floor tiles in history (14th century till today), we had plenty of time to look around ourselves. Added value, the 7 rescue cats of the house, one very friendly of which followed us around the tour. Very enthusiastic about this experience.

Just got back to the hotel after visiting this delightful, one-of-a-kind apartment-home-museum. It's Sunday, Sept.29, 2024. Antonio and Davide were the tour guides, and they gave us interesting details about the history of Italian ceramic tiles, of which several thousands cover the walls --- and these antique tiles were originally created for floors only. At Stanze al Genio, Via Garibaldi #11, they are treated, rightly, as Art. I bought my 10 Euro ticket at the door, and the tour took about 45 minutes, then you're free to wander around the rooms on your own. A beautiful experience!

A must see experience, completely different from other museums. This collection of tiles is a private collection, the owner kindly opens up his home so that you can view the tiles - and they are incredible. The museum has limited hours (because it’s his personal residence) and can be a little difficult to find, but that just makes the experience even better when you do find it. If you find the door near the location pin, look for the marked doorbell and ring it, then the guide will answer and let you upstairs. The other aspect that makes it an incredible experience, is that the entry includes a quick guided tour around the rooms to explain the collections, then you are free to explore in your own time. (The guide spoke great English for those who haven’t brushed up on their Italian recently). We were lucky enough to meet the owner briefly as well during our visit, and he was incredibly nice and friendly. Find the door, ring the doorbell, be glad you did!

I recently visited the Museo delle Maioliche Stanze al Genio in Palermo, and it was an unforgettable experience. The museum, located on the main floor of the beautiful Palazzo Torre Pirajno, houses a stunning collection of over 5,000 majolica tiles dating from the 15th to the 19th century. The unique aspect of this museum is that it is also a 'House Museum,' meaning the collection is arranged in a space actually inhabited by the owners, giving the visit a very personal and intimate feel. The only way to see the collection is through a guided tour, which must be booked in advance. The guide provided detailed insights about the history and artistry of the tiles, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. I highly recommend this museum to anyone with an interest in art, history, or traditional craftsmanship.

Wonderful experience, I'm not a type of person interested in art, I went there because of my girlfriend, but I definitely worth it, the guide is amazing and made it very interesting. Ps: there are adorable cats.

Delicious visit to an impressive and delicately curated collection of Sicilian and Napolitan tiles dating a few centuries back. The house holding it is a worthy visit in and of itself, not to speak of the lovely friendly cats. Our guided tour was excellent, informative and warm. l fully recommend it.

Absolutely amazing place. It is a private collection of over 5 000 tiles from Southern Italy, with a short and very interesting guided tour. Not easy to find the entrance, it is an old door, see name on the door plate. My my-visit in Palermo.

This museum is incredible! A huge collection of beautiful tiles. The guide gave us a short guided tour with lots of background information and then let us explore and wander around. Definitely recommend for anyone who's interested in art/design.