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A Day in Geneva: Exploring History and Culture

Valeria Luna

Valeria Luna

30 Sep 2023

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Geneva in just one day. Visit iconic landmarks like St Pierre Cathedral and the United Nations Office at Geneva. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Thai Phuket and marvel at the breathtaking Geneva Water Fountain. Don't miss the chance to see the impressive Broken Chair sculpture and the beautiful Russian Orthodox Church. Experience the charm of Geneva in this action-packed itinerary!

Trip to Geneva

Day 1
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$240

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$ 14

St Pierre Cathedral
Cathedral most famous as the adopted home church of Protestant Reformation leader John Calvin.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Place du Bourg-de-Four
Geneva's oldest square, this bustling area features high-end shops, cafes with patios & fountains.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Russian Orthodox Church
Built in 1866, this grand building features multiple gilded onion domes & striped arches.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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The Geneva Water Fountain
Iconic fountain, lit up at night, pumping half a cubic meter of water per second 140m into the air.
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Broken Chair
This 12m wooden sculpture of a broken chair serves to protest cluster bombs & land mines.
12:15 PM - 12:25 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Thai Phuket
12:55 PM - 2:25 PM
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$140
11 - 16 min

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United Nations Office at Geneva
Home of the United Nations Office at Geneva, with tours in 15+ languages, including Council Chamber.
2:25 PM - 4:25 PM
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$50
1 - 2 min

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Palais des Nations
United Nations office complex set in a park near the lake, with tours in many languages.
4:55 PM - 6:55 PM
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$50

Budget breakdown: $254 In total

Activities & Food:$240
Transport:$14