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4 Days in Geneva: A Journey of Nature, History, and Culture

Hannah Andruss

5 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Geneva, Switzerland, exploring stunning gardens, fascinating museums, iconic landmarks, and indulging in delicious cuisine. Discover the beauty of Jardin Anglais and the mesmerizing Geneva Water Fountain. Immerse yourself in history at the Muséum d'histoire naturelle and St Pierre Cathedral. Experience tranquility at the Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva. Unwind at the charming Bains des Pâquis and savor mouthwatering dishes at Patara, La Pignata, Restaurant Layalina, and Thai Phuket. Prepare for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Geneva

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serene Gardens and Exquisite Cuisine

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$90

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$ 7

Hotel Genéve

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Jardin Anglais

The English-inspired landmark park features an 1862 fountain, a flower-clock sculpture & lake views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Muséum d'histoire naturelle

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

12 - 18 min

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Directions

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

21 - 32 min

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Bains des Pâquis

Popular public bath houses on a pier in Lake Geneva that turn into saunas during winter.

12:15 PM - 12:45 PM

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$6

1 - 2 min

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Buvette des Bains des Pâquis

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$35

6 - 9 min

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Patara

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 2Timeless Clocks and Cultural Delights

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$85

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$ 14

Hotel Genéve

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

The Flower Clock

Iconic outdoor flower clock designed in 1955, made with colorful blooms that change seasonally.

8:00 AM - 8:10 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Parc de La Grange

Large, lakeside park with scenic views, a rose garden & theater, plus a stage for summer concerts.

8:40 AM - 9:40 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

St Pierre Cathedral

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

10:10 AM - 11:10 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Patek Philippe Museum

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

11:40 AM - 1:10 PM

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$19

5 - 8 min

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The Buvette

1:40 PM - 3:10 PM

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$27

8 - 11 min

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La Pignata

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 3History, Art, and Natural Beauty

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$86

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$ 10

Hotel Genéve

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Reformation Wall - Paul Landowski

This stone wall monument honors the Protestant Reformation & its founders, including John Calvin.

8:00 AM - 8:20 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Musée d'Art et d'Histoire

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

8:50 AM - 10:50 AM

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$13

19 - 23 min

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Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva

Seasonal tours are offered of the botanical garden & conservatory's flower & plant collections.

11:20 AM - 12:20 PM

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$6

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Restaurant Layalina

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$42

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Thai Phuket

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 4International Diplomacy and Oriental Charm

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$65

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$ 7

Hotel Genéve

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

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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Thai Phuket

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

15 - 22 min

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China Garden

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

Budget breakdown: $361 In total

Activities & Food:$325

Transport:$37