Discover Geneva In One Day: Top 7 Things To Do In The City

Geneva holds a unique status in the world for being the City Of Headquarters of more than 200 international organizations. Its stability, peaceful environment, impressive infrastructures, and low crime rate are the reasons. Therefore, it’s highly recommended the best things to do in Geneva on your trip to Switzerland even if it’s just for a day.

Wondering what would you get from a one-day trip? A complete overview of the rich history, beauty, and culture is possible within 24 hours. Go through our list of top things to do in Geneva and you’d get to know.

7 Best Things To Do In Geneva For Best Experience

1. Lake Geneva

2. Museed’Artet d’Histoire

Through donations, regional funds, and philanthropic works, the museum was extended to feature all the best-known paintings of the world.

• Location- Rue Charles-Galland 2

• Traveling time- Approx 1 hour from Lake Geneva

• Exploring time- 1-2 hours depending upon your interest

• Ticket Price- Admission is free for seeing permanent collections. However, charges apply (CHF 5 for adults and CHF 3 for kids) for temporary exhibitions. Free for those with Geneva City Pass.

• Timing- Opens from Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm

3. Jetée des Eaux-Vives

5. Old Town Of Geneva

• Stop at Place du Bourg-de-four for shopping
• Relax at Promenade de la Treille
• See great fabrics, artworks, and antiques at Barbier-Mueller Museum
• The aforementioned Old town is the mirror of the city’s past, visiting the Old Arsenal is one of the must-do things in Geneva
• If you love perfume and jewelry, must go to the La Galerie Insolite
• Take a lunch break and taste the delicious local recipes at La Bottega restaurant

All these places are nearby and can be explored within a day. But if you are coming specifically to the St. Pierre Cathedral then don’t spend much time here.

6. Patek Philippe Museum

Location- Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers

Timings- Opens between 2 pm to 6 pm From Tuesday to Friday

Fees- CHF10 for adults and CHF 7 for seniors and kids

Directions- Avenue du Mail is the fastest route to the Museum and you will be there within 5 minutes of driving. Even if you are traveling via bus, the museum is only 12 minutes away from the church.

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7. Marche de Plainpalais

Where To Stay In Geneva?

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Geneva is expensive in terms of accommodation but you can easily find mid-range or budget hotels near Lake or railway stations. These 5 are the best for your short stay in Geneva:

• Hotel N’vY
• Ibis Geneve centre nations
• Hotel Kipling
• Des tourelles
• Ibis styles Genevegare

Compare the accommodation prices and facilities as per your budget and book them in advance. Hope now your trip to Geneva will be satisfactory, less expensive, and memorable.