Things to do in Geneva, Canton of Geneva: The Best Tours

March 11, 2022 Weston Hennigan

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.
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1. 4-Day Switzerland Tour from Lucerne to Zurich including Mt. Titlis Cable Car

Schwanenplatz, Schwanenpl., 6004 Luzern, Switzerland Gray Line Zurich
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Starting in Lucerne and ending in Zurich, experience the breathtaking Swiss Alps on this whirlwind 4-day adventure. Explore the picturesque mountain towns of Interlaken and Zermatt, sightsee in urban Geneva and Bern, and relish the countryside scenery in Gruyères, birthplace of Gruyère cheese. Alpine views abound: ride a panoramic cable car to the snowy summit of Mt Titlis and admire Zermatt's iconic Matterhorn mountain, the inspiration behind the Disneyland theme ride. Enjoy a balance of guided tours with free time to explore independently. Transport, overnight accommodation, breakfast and one dinner are also included.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 nights of accommodation in 3- and 4-star hotels, Mt Titlis cable car ride

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Airport Transfers

Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb

During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....

2. Classic Massage

Place De-Grenus 10, 1201 Genève, Switzerland Aloeh Thérapies
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Massage is the best natural way to fight against stress and physical and mental fatigue. It can be relaxing, sporty or draining, depending on the desires and needs of the person.

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3. Chocolate Flavours Tours Geneva: 3-hour Chocolate Tasting and Old Town Visit

Quai des Bergues 23, 1201 Genève, Switzerland Local Flavours Tours
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Experience Geneva’s award-winning chocolate creations as well as an Old Town guided visit in a delightful 3-hour walking tour. Our guests enjoyed this sweet discovery so much that we are TripAdvisor's Geneva no 1 rated Tour, Winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award for 2020 (award offered to 4700 attractions and hotels out of 8,700,000 listed worldwide), Number 1 Food Tour in Switzerland, Winner of the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2019. During the tour your passionate guide will share with you the secrets of chocolate: from the origins to the manufacturing, the history of Swiss chocolate as well as anecdotes and stories about Geneva. You will taste 12 of the best Geneva and Swiss chocolate creations in 6 different stops. You will also enjoy a guided visit of the picturesque Old Town, learn about its history, explore the Lower Streets (les rues Basses), Left Bank (Rive Gauche) and the Right Bank (Rive Droite) and enjoy a boat ride from one bank to the other.

Inclusions: Chocolates all shapes and forms, Expert tour guide, Story telling and anecdotes, Visiting Geneva's landmarks as well as less known sites., Short boat ride, Guarantee skip the lines, Individual hand sanitizer

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Reviewed By Tourist801815

Please can you give our thanks to Nadia for such an interesting and informative tour today. We really enjoyed ourselves and appreciated her insightful guide to the city.

4. Geneva Old Town Segway Tour

Les Cygnes Centre Commercial, Rue de Lausanne 16-20, 1201 Genève, Switzerland City Wheels
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Spin through the Swiss city of Geneva by Segway and discover top attractions on this 1.5-hour tour. Follow your guide to the Brunswick Monument and cross the Pont de Bergues (Bergues Bridge) and take in beautiful city views from from Rousseau Island. Climb effortlessly into the Old Town and admire Cathédrale de St-Pierre (St Pierre Cathedral) before cruising down Promenade de la Treille towards Parc de Bastions. Gain insight into Geneva’s rich history at the Reformation Wall, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Inclusions: Guide, Segway training, Use of Segway and helmet, Rain poncho (if required)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Muradullah

A must do visit while in Geneva. A great opportunity to know about UN, ICRC and the evolution of humanitarian principles

5. Geneva Parks and UN Segway Tour

Square of Cornavin, Place de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland City Wheels
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Explore Geneva's lakeside quays and pristine public parks on this 2.5-hour Segway tour. Master the controls of your Segway in safety with your guide, and then spin off to explore Geneva. Discover top city attractions such as the Brunswick Monument, the Pâquis Jetty, the Palais Wilson and Barton Villa. Admire, too, the headquarters of major international organizations like the United Nations and the Red Cross before cruising alongside Geneva’s attractive botanical gardens. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Inclusions: Guide, Segway training, Use of Segway and helmet, Rain poncho (if required)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By MunMunChan

Had a good tour to see the UN, WHO, gardens and around the city. Our guide was extremely friendly, helpful, funny and informative throughout the tour. Highly recommended!

6. Geneva Sunset Tour with Open Top Bus

Gare Routiere, Place Dorcière, 1201 Genève, Switzerland GVA Transfers
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Cosmopolitan, cultural and colourful - let us take you to the famous tourist attractions on this sightseeing trip of Geneva in our famous panoramic bus with retractable glass roof. Our tour of Geneva is above all others, taking you to undiscovered photo points as well as the most iconic places in Geneva. (*Please note the Sunset Tour runs during June - September, you can also take this tour at 11:30am and 14:30pm daily, this tour is called the 'Best of Geneva City tour')

Inclusions: Transport by open-top bus with retractable glass roof., Audio commentary, All taxes, fees and handling charges., Round trip travel.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off., Entrance fees (unless option is selected), Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified.

Reviewed By WilliamCarruthers111

Looking down on the people they looked like ants Had a lovely picnic by the side of the mountain And the children built a snowman ⛄️ Well worth the trip One tip take a flask and a wee dram of whiskey as the wind was a chiller to the bones.

7. Chamonix Mont Blanc Private Day Trip from Geneva

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Explore the stunning valley and the Alps highest mountain - Mont-Blanc. This private excursion from Geneva to the famous Chamonix is taken in a comfortable, executive vehicle with private driver. Take a breathtaking cable car ride - Aiguille du Midi up to 3,842m and ride the Montenvers rack railway to the Mer du Glace Glacier. Discover the amazing valley with us.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water, Driver/Guide for the day

Exclusions: Lunch is not included on this trip., Drinks are not included., Tickets to Aiguille du Midi and Montenvers are not included

Reviewed By WilliamCarruthers111

Looking down on the people they looked like ants Had a lovely picnic by the side of the mountain And the children built a snowman ⛄️ Well worth the trip One tip take a flask and a wee dram of whiskey as the wind was a chiller to the bones.

8. Geneva City Pass

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Geneva City Pass, enjoy diversity! Holders of the Geneva City Pass can make use of all the diversity of the Genevan touristic offers whilst enjoying preferential fares, free entries and free public transports.

Inclusions: Enjoy more than 40 attractions, Choose from a 1,2, or 3 days Geneva Pass, Enjoy unlimited free public transport throughout the city, Save money on top attractions with the Geneva Pass., Free city map, Additional special offers and benefits at selected attractions

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off

9. Chamonix and Mont Blanc Day Trip from Geneva

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.
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Cross the Switzerland-France border with an informative guide and marvel at the majesty of the European Alps on this Chamonix and Mont Blanc highest mountain in Europe day trip from Geneva. You'll drive through the Arve Valley to the pretty Alpine town of Chamonix. Ride the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi peak and enjoy breathtaking views over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take the scenic cog railway to Montenvers and see the spectacular Mer de Glace, widely considered the most famous glacier in France.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Cable car ride to summit of Aiguille du Midi (if option selected), Train ride to Montenvers (if option selected), Lunch (if option selected), Skip the line tickets, Guide if more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups

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Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

10. Annecy Half-Day Tour from Geneva

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland KeyTours S.A.
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Dubbed the ‘Venice of the Alps,’ the French town of Annecy is a feast for the eyes (and all the other senses, really). Board a coach in Geneva for an easy 1-hour drive to this romantic village at the base of the snowcapped Alps. Follow your guide on a brief introduction of charming Annecy Old Town to visit iconic Palais de l'Isle, Château d’Annecy and glittering Lake Annecy, the third-largest lake in France. Afterward, you'll have 1.5 hours to spend as you please in this storybook Alpine town. Choose from a morning day tour or afternoon half-day tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bus ride, Walking tour in the old town, Guide for more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups, Free time for shopping

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees (Chateau d'Annecy: 12 euros), Optional activities such as bike rental

Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp

People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.

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