Geneva, Switzerland

Geneva Travel Guide

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Local name: Genf Population: 201.7 thous.Area: 6.15 mi²Elevation: 1260 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 46°12'27"N, 6°8'47"E
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Geneva Top Attractions

Geneva Attractions - What to See and Explore

Geneva offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Jet d'Eau, Palace of Nations, St. Pierre Cathedral, Musée d'histoire des sciences. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Things to See and Do in Geneva by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Geneva.

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    Fondation Martin Bodmer

    GenevaLibrary of rare manuscripts and books
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    Botanical Garden

    Pâquis-Nations, Geneva
    ParkSpecialty museumMuseumMon-Repos
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    Musée Ariana

    Pâquis-Nations, GenevaDome-topped museum of ceramics and glass
    MuseumArt museumAriana
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    ICRC

    Geneva
    MuseumSpecialty museumHistory museum
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    Musée Rath

    Centre-Plainpalais-Acacias, GenevaTemporary art and history exhibitions
    MuseumArt museumHollande
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Park

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Art museum

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    Musée Ariana

    Pâquis-Nations, GenevaDome-topped museum of ceramics and glass
    MuseumArt museumAriana
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    Museum of Art and History

    Centre-Plainpalais-Acacias, GenevaMassive collection of old and new art
    MuseumArt museumBourg-de-Four
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    Musée Rath

    Centre-Plainpalais-Acacias, GenevaTemporary art and history exhibitions
    MuseumArt museumHollande
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    Musée Barbier-Mueller

    Centre-Plainpalais-Acacias, Geneva
    MuseumArt museumSpecialty museumCité
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    Centre d'Art Contemporain Genève

    Jonction, Geneva
    MuseumArt museumModern art museumLes Savoises
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Church

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John Calvin

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Day trips

Geneva – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Geneva, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Swiss Vapeur Parc, Château de Chillon (Veytaux), Olympic Museum (Lausanne).

  • swiss vapeur parc36 milesE
  • chateau de chillon veytaux40 milesE
  • olympic museum lausanne31 milesNE
  • lausanne cathedral32 milesNE
  • microcosm meyrin4.7 miW

Best Time To Visit Geneva

Learn when is the best time to travel to Geneva weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in March, April and August. Most of it rains in June, September, October, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Geneva?

What is the best time to visit Geneva?

June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit geneve Genève region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Switzerland.