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Geneva: A Journey Through History and Culture

Cynthia llanquinao

17 Dec 2023

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Embark on a captivating adventure through the enchanting city of Geneva. Discover ancient marvels, immerse yourself in art and history, and witness the international significance of this vibrant Swiss destination. Join us on this 4-day itinerary and experience the essence of Geneva like never before.

Trip to Geneva

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Nature's Wonders and Architectural Gems

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$13

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$ 7

Muséum d'histoire naturelle

Museum with displays on the Earth & human history, regional flora & fauna, plus science exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

10 - 15 min

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Directions

St Pierre Cathedral

Cathedral most famous as the adopted home church of Protestant Reformation leader John Calvin.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

L'Ancien Arsenal

Compact artillery museum with a collection of vintage cannons, plus colorful, battle-themed mosaics.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Broken Chair

This 12m wooden sculpture of a broken chair serves to protest cluster bombs & land mines.

12:30 PM - 12:40 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Brunswick Monument

Landmark Neo-Gothic monument in honor of 19th-century duke, with adjacent park & water views.

No time set

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Free

Day 2Artistic Treasures and Timeless Elegance

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$44

Musée d'Art et d'Histoire

Built in 1910, Geneva's largest museum has items ranging from prehistoric finds to modern paintings.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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Musée Barbier-Mueller

Collection of 7000 artworks & artifacts from the world's tribal cultures & classical antiquity.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

12 - 17 min

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Patek Philippe Museum

Museum telling the story of Patek Phillippe & Swiss watchmaking from the 16th century to now.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$19

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Promenade de la Treille

This popular, elevated promenade boasts one of the longest benches in the world & scenic city views.

No time set

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Tavel House

The story of urban Swiss life told over 6 floors of a medieval house once owned by the nobility.

No time set

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Free

Day 3Diplomatic Insights and Artistic Elegance

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$25

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$ 10

Palais des Nations

United Nations office complex set in a park near the lake, with tours in many languages.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

10 - 15 min

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Musée Ariana

Grand, neoclassical museum with a collection of 25,000 glass & ceramic items, plus an airy cafe.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Les Schtroumpfs

No time set

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Palais Wilson

19th-century headquarters for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

No time set

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Free Walk Geneva

No time set

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Free

Day 4Humanitarian Legacy and Scientific Discoveries

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$38

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$ 7

International Museum of the Red Cross and Red Crescent

Permanent exhibition highlighting the ongoing humanitarian work of the Red Cross & Red Crescent.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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Musée d'histoire des sciences de la Ville de Genève

Small museum in an 1830 villa showcasing permanent & temporary exhibits on the history of science.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Musée Rath

Changing art & history exhibitions in a 19th-century building resembling an Ancient Greek temple.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Pont des Bergues

No time set

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Île Rousseau

No time set

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Free

Budget breakdown: $142 In total

Activities & Food:$119

Transport:$23