Geneva 6 Day Itinerary

Geneva 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & City Orientation

  • Arrive at Geneva Airport (GVA)
  • Check-in at Hotel (Recommendations: Hotel d’Angleterre, The Westin Geneva, or budget-friendly Motel One Genève)
  • Lunch at Le Gros Bill for traditional Swiss dishes
  • Jet d’Eau & St. Pierre Cathedral: Start your tour with a visit to the iconic Jet d’Eau and nearby St. Pierre Cathedral, a 12th-century Reformed cathedral
  • Lake Geneva Promenade: Take a stroll along Lake Geneva promenade, passing by Flower Clock and Bain des Pêcheurs
  • Dinner at Le Rhum Sainte Anne for Creole cuisine

Day 2: Museums & Old Town

  • Breakfast at your hotel or Le Mirror café
  • Museum of Art and History (MAH): Explore Swiss art, history, and culture
  • United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG): Guided tours available by reservation
  • Lunch at Les Armures for a charming restaurant experience
  • Old Town (Vieille Ville): Discover historic buildings, narrow alleyways, and shops
  • Reformation Wall & St. Germain Cathedral: Learn about John Calvin’s influence on Geneva
  • Dinner at Le Gourmet for contemporary Swiss dishes

Day 3: Palaces & Parks

  • Breakfast at your hotel or La Terasse du Grange for a scenic view of Lake Geneva
  • Palace of Nations: Take a guided tour (reservation required)
  • Parc des Bastions: Relax, play pétanque, or visit the Museum of Natural History
  • Lunch at Café du Soleil for sandwiches and salads
  • Botanical Gardens: Explore over 14,000 plant species and greenhouses
  • Jardin Anglais: Visit the flower clock, St. Pierre Fountain, and Lake Geneva viewpoint
  • Dinner at Le Bar de l’Hôtel de Ville for a cozy atmosphere and Swiss dishes

Day 4: Day Trip to Chillon Castle & Montreux

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Chillon Castle: Take a train or bus to Montreux, then visit this iconic medieval castle
  • Lunch in Montreux (try Le Restaurant du Château or Le Bouchon des Pecheurs)
  • Queen Studio Experience Museum: Learn about Freddie Mercury and Queen’s history
  • Chauderon Park & Lake Geneva promenade in Montreux: Relax, enjoy the lake views, or visit the Charlie Chaplin statue
  • Return to Geneva for dinner (repeat Day 1 dinner suggestions)

Day 5: Boat Tour & Watersports

  • Breakfast at your hotel or Les Gonds for crepes and savory pastries
  • Geneva City Cruises: Take a boat tour to explore the lake and see sights like the Belle Epoque villas and the Hermitage Peninsula
  • Watersports: Try stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, or sailing with various rental companies along the shoreline
  • Lunch at Le Pêcheur for fresh fish dishes
  • Bains des Paquis: Enjoy a swim and sauna at this popular thermal bath complex
  • Dinner at La Petite Chinoise for Asian fusion cuisine

Day 6: Departure

  • Breakfast at your hotel or explore local bakeries like Pain & Cafe or Du Pain et des Idées
  • Last-minute souvenir shopping: Visit Rue de Rhone for high-end stores, Place du Bourg-de-Four for independent boutiques, or Carouge neighborhood for bohemian finds.
  • Check out from your hotel and Departure from Geneva Airport (GVA)