Visit Geneva

Despite the many attractions of Geneva, skiers and snowboarders fly to the city for one reason only - access to some of the best snow conditions in the world. No matter their ability, a skier arriving at Geneva is spoiled for choice. Close to Geneva is the Pores du Soleil region – a massive area with generous beginner slopes. From there, the more adventurous skiers can ski in and out of Switzerland as they live the dream of a truly fantastic winter sport holiday.

Image Gallery Geneva The city of Geneva is perched on the shores of Lake Geneva, and a walk round the city’s lakefront is a must for all visitors. The familiar Jet d’Eau is the trademark of the city – a dazzling white plume of water spraying as high as 450 feet in the air and dominating the skyline as you stroll the lakeside quays passing by exquisitely designed flowerbeds and elegant residences.

On the right bank, enjoy splendid flower-lined quays and the bold Brunswick Monument, while the left bank is home to the celebrated flower clock – a reflection of the city’s watch making tradition – and the National Monument, which commemorates the union of Geneva and Switzerland in 1815.

Eating & Drinking

Geneva has well over 100 restaurants with mainly international cuisine reflecting the city’s cosmopolitan population. Some ethnic options can be found in the more bohemian Paquis quarter. Geneva has a reputation among the Swiss for its high food prices but, in addition to the extravagant meals to be had in the fine hotels, there are plenty of cheaper cafes and tea rooms. The Canton of Geneva produces its own wine and most restaurants feature basic Swiss wines, mainly white.

Entertainment

City sightseeing including imposing St Peter’s Cathedral, United Nations building and Jet d’Eau (reputedly the tallest fountain in Europe); visiting some of the city’s 30 or so museums (clocks and watches, modern art and Red Cross/Crescent Museum, to name a few); botanical gardens; wide choice of parks, particularly La Grange, Les Eaux-Vives and Mon-Repos; in summer, lake-based activities such as sailing, windsurfing, water-skiing, rowing and swimming; golf; tennis; river canoeing and rafting; in winter, ice-skating and curling.

Nightlife includes a large number of large pubs around Place du Molard and the Old Town; several discos; casino on Quai du Mont Blanc; theatre, opera and cinemas.