Location: Geneva
Top Things to do in Geneva
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The shores of Lake Geneva have attracted visitors and invaders for millennia. The cheerful city of Geneva sits on the lake's western shore, lofty snowcapped peaks creating a gorgeous backdrop on all sides. The city is perfect for exploring on foot; rent a bike to venture further. The top of any itinerary should be visits to Geneva's lakefront and its famed water fountain, the Flower Clock in the English Garden, St. Peter's Cathedral, Reformation Wall, Place Neuve and the birthplace of the U.N.
Restaurants in Geneva
1. Maison Tavel
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4.5 based on 443 reviews
This historic building, the foundations of which date back to the 12th century, houses a museum that documents the history of the city.
Reviewed By 588phis - Bangkok, Thailand
This is a free museum highlighting the history of Geneva. The 3D model of the city on the top floor was fascinating. Do not miss it.
2. Place Bourg du Four
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4.5 based on 665 reviews
This historic town square is situated at the heart of Old Geneva.
Reviewed By greekcypriot2009 - Athens, Greece
The cosmopolitan City of Geneva has a well preserved picturesque old town testimony to its 2,000-year-old history. By stepping onto the cobbled stone streets we were kind of instantly transported back in time. After the stop we had at the 12th-century St Pierre Cathedral with its lofty neoclassical façade features of several architectural styles, we wandered through the labyrinthine paved streets. We visited the Art and History Museum and Maison Travel, the oldest house in the city. The cobblestone alleys of old town wind through lovely buildings that exude old world charm. The alleys are lined with many art galleries, bookshops, antique shops, museums, cafes, and restaurants. Through our stroll around the old town, we explored squares dotted with enchanting fountains, windows overflowing with vibrant blossoms, intricate designs and ornamentations on the lofty wooden doors and the signboards of the cafes.
3. Lake Geneva
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4.5 based on 7,580 reviews
A scenic mountain lake situated alongside the city of Geneva, it empties into the Rhone River.
Reviewed By greekcypriot2009 - Athens, Greece
One of the gems of Geneva is its Lake which is a year-round hotspot for outdoor activities and nice restaurants. The northern shore covers picturesque villages terraced vineyards and medieval castles. It is easy to explore lakeside landmarks such as the medieval bastion of Chillon Castle (Château de Chillon). Soaking up the scenery on a Lake Geneva cruise was a marvel. Time permitting visitors can enjoy a ride by the GoldenPass panoramic train into the Swiss Alps, take a Geneva sightseeing tour, or hop over the French border to explore Annecy, Chamonix, or Mont Blanc.
4. Museum of Natural History (Museum d'Histoire naturelle)
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4.5 based on 683 reviews
Reviewed By myelessar - Geneva, Switzerland
The museum offers a very large selection of stuffed animals in their natural environment. This is fantastic for young children as they can realise how big they are and how they actually look like. I highly recommend a visit!
5. Vivarium Elapsoidea
6. Jardin Botanique Alpin de Meyrin
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4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By daphne7772019 - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
On a visit to the garden this week I saw a lot of spring flowers. There were crocus, aconites and hellebores in flower and a number of early flowering shrubs with a lovely perfume such as shrubby honeysuckle. There was frogspawn in the pond and you can see the goats in their enclosure. There is also a playground for small children. The only thing it lacks is a cafe for tea and cakes! For that you need to walk to central Meyrin. Daphne
7. Bains des Paquis
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4.5 based on 1,299 reviews
Reviewed By sortizro - Madrid, Spain
It's a must see! perfect place to do lots of things, you can eat a nice and cheap fondue, take a bath in the lake, or just chill with the amazing views.
8. Parc Animalier Pierre Challandes
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By 780stephanej
this park has been created by Pierre Challandes who started to rescue birds in the 80's. As people started to bring lost or wounded animals the park grew up until it moved to its actual residency. Lots of animals have been healed and put back to nature, only the ones who can't go back to the wild stay there. Lots of them also come from zoos and circus who had to get rid of them. With times, Pierre Challandes had all sort of animals from the tiniest up to black panther, snow leopard and cougars, It is very pleasant to visit but do not expect a Zoo per se. Anyone can volonteer and come to help for one day or more. So more than just a visit it's really a very special place run by whole hearted people.
9. Parc Des Bastions
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4.5 based on 692 reviews
Reviewed By marialeilav - Irvine, United States
My husband and I spent a week in Geneva, Switzerland to celebrate his birthday. As part of the 24 hours Hop on Hop Off tour, there is a Mini Train Ride to the Old Town Geneva, which starts at Place de Rhone. It is exactly where the Hop On Hop Off Bus stops so there is no problem finding it. It goes around Old Town Geneva for about an hour and it passes thru Parc Des Bastions where people are relaxing, taking a stroll or playing chess with Giant Chess Boards. It is also in Parc Des Bastions that you can find the Botanical Garden. We also saw the Reformation Wall, there. I would recommend spending time there as one of Geneva's tourist attractions.
10. Parc La Grange
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4.5 based on 419 reviews
Reviewed By BernardBertram - London, United Kingdom
A lovely park & a great way to spend an afternoon during the summer. My interest was the famous tennis Club, where I visited back in 1984. Still there but cannot enter. There is a Hotel/restaurant in the Park too. To get back to the town, walk further up & take the Bavette- fantastic1
