About Geneva
Geneva is one of Switzerland's major cities, home to around 201,741 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Geneva
1
Jet d'Eau
2
Old Town and St. Pierre Cathedral
3
United Nations / Palais des Nations
4
Lake Geneva waterfront
5
CERN Science Gateway
6
Patek Philippe Museum
7
Flower Clock
8
Day trip to Chamonix or Lausanne
Budget travel
Free things to do in Geneva
Old Town and St. Pierre Cathedral
Lake Geneva waterfront
CERN Science Gateway
Monument Brunswick
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Jet d'Eau
- Visit Old Town and St. Pierre Cathedral
- Visit United Nations / Palais des Nations
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Lake Geneva waterfront
- Visit CERN Science Gateway
- Visit Patek Philippe Museum
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Flower Clock
- Visit Day trip to Chamonix or Lausanne
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $$
Café du Centre
Seafood · Place du Molard seafood classic
- $
Bains des Pâquis buvette
Swiss · Lakeside fondue and fondue — locals' hangout
- $$
Café de Paris
Steak-frites · Home of the famous Café de Paris butter
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues
Lac · Lake Geneva landmark since 1834
- $$$$
Hotel d'Angleterre
Quai du Mont-Blanc · Classic lakeside luxury
- $$$
Eastwest Hotel
Central · Boutique design favourite
Shopping
- Molard Souvenirs
- Rue du Marché
- Rue du Rhône
- Manor
- Centre Commercial Cygnes
- Flea market at Plainpalais
Nightlife
- Les Brasseurs
- Café de la Gare
- Pickwicks
- Alhambar
- La Clémence
- Café Demi-Lune
Museums & culture
- Monument Brunswick
In pictures
Geneva gallery
Keep exploring
