Retro IT Museum
Retro IT Museum
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Retro IT Computer History Museum hosts a big collection of vintage computers, portables, laptops and around 2000 different CPUs. A lot of history and many stories about the beginning of the technology. Visiting is possible ONLY WITH A PREVIOUS BOOKING, everyday after 5 PM and in the weekends any time. Please make your booking a day before your arrival.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Diana D
1 contribution
Dec 2019 • Friends
We visited this unique romanian museum on saturday when the majority of the attractions in Arad are closed. Spent 1 hr being fascinated about all the computers and laptops from 10, 20 30 and 40 years ago (neither large IT universities in Romania could bot gather such a nice collection). Got some very nice souvenirs: calendars and mini IT boards as key chains. The person founding the museum from his personal money is definitely a passionate IT fan and he wants to further developp the museum. The bookings for visit (free entrance) can be prior made through phone or facebook page very easy.
Written January 10, 2020
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Adrian C
1 contribution
Sep 2018 • Family
This museum is a real trip in the past of PC industry. My daughter was amazed to see what did have to pass through (and I mean you can find all the steps in here) to get to her smart phone.
I loved the experience.
I loved the experience.
Written October 19, 2018
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Catalin S
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Jul 2018 • Solo
One of the best things to do in Arad if you are not a big fan of deprecated state museums. The owner is a passionate collector and you can find out interesting details about the history of computers.
Written October 19, 2018
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Noemi S
Bristol, UK10 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
Is a privately owned by an amazing and very knowledgeable, ambitious individual, Florin, very impressive retro computer collection.
2 big rooms with beautifully presented old computers. Is a must see when you visit Arad.
2 big rooms with beautifully presented old computers. Is a must see when you visit Arad.
Written January 5, 2019
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Nick
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Dec 2018 • Solo
Great place, which gives you an insight of how modern computing started. Including tech pioneering companies such as Epson or Intel but also local rip-offs made by the former communist countries from Europe including Romania. Florin, the owner and the host of this exhibition, is an awesome person with whom I had a great time talking not only about his passion for computers but also had the chance to discuss over other topics including other hobbies of mine. I'm looking forward for another visit sometime soon.
Written December 17, 2018
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Bradescu T
2 contributions
Nov 2018 • Business
A very immersive experience into the world of old electronics. This is a must visit for every electronics student/passionate.
Highly recommend this visit!
Highly recommend this visit!
Written November 4, 2018
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fizeau7
Arad, Romania1 contribution
Sep 2018 • Friends
It is not easy to search in memory your first computer and how it was, and then the next one. This museum bring back our memories on computer and more. If you ar visiting Arad you have to visit this museum.
Written October 19, 2018
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Catalin B
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Aug 2018 • Family
It is a fun place to be just to remember the dawn of technology. Friendly english speaking host, lots of interesting stuff to see and much more to learn. Definitely a must see place.
Written October 19, 2018
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Relax588558
1 contribution
Oct 2018 • Family
The most amazing collection of computer history. Was nice to see my childhood devices. Has some really unique additions like processor chips and wafers. Liked it a lot. I visited the museum with my kid he was amazed how hard it was to compute back in the days. Congrats for the owner making such a great effort collecting all this stuff.
Written October 19, 2018
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Raul M
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Aug 2018 • Friends
History of Interesting & cool old computers and It gadgets to see! I had a great experience! Friendly and always smiling staff, and very precisesd and detailed information!I highly recommend to all people! Not boring like most museums, it takes just 10-15 minutes! Free Entry!
Written October 19, 2018
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Passport00844514675
Polignano a Mare, Italy
Mennyibe kerül a belépő diákoknak és felnőtteknek??
Written September 27, 2019
florin marcus
Arad, Romania
There is free entrance to the museum. You can visit us on Saturdays with no andvance booking. We are looking forward to see you there.
Written September 30, 2019
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