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A Day in Geneva: Exploring the Beauty of Switzerland

Thais Bertin

Thais Bertin

19 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling one-day adventure in Geneva, Switzerland. Discover the stunning Palais des Nations, wander through the enchanting Conservatory and Botanical Garden, and witness the majestic Geneva Water Fountain. Indulge in delicious meals at China Garden, Elsalad, and L'Insensé. Immerse yourself in history at the St Pierre Cathedral, Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, and Muséum d'histoire naturelle. Finally, unwind in the tranquil Parc de La Grange. Don't miss this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Geneva

Day 1
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$274

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$ 14

China Garden
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
16 - 23 min

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Palais des Nations
United Nations office complex set in a park near the lake, with tours in many languages.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
11 - 16 min

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Conservatory and Botanical garden Geneva
Seasonal tours are offered of the botanical garden & conservatory's flower & plant collections.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
10 - 12 min

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Elsalad
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$70
5 - 8 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.
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Jardin Anglais
The English-inspired landmark park features an 1862 fountain, a flower-clock sculpture & lake views.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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St Pierre Cathedral
Cathedral most famous as the adopted home church of Protestant Reformation leader John Calvin.
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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L'Insensé
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
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$72
4 - 6 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.
7:45 PM - 9:45 PM
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$25
7 - 10 min

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Muséum d'histoire naturelle
Museum with displays on the Earth & human history, regional flora & fauna, plus science exhibitions.
10:15 PM - 11:45 PM
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$25
7 - 9 min

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Parc de La Grange
Large, lakeside park with scenic views, a rose garden & theater, plus a stage for summer concerts.
12:15 AM - 1:15 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $287 In total

Activities & Food:$274
Transport:$14