The Musée d’Art et d’Histoire is Geneva’s largest museum, with a vast collection of artwork, archaeological treasures, and historical artifacts. The museum houses over a million objects, including rare and valuable pieces from different periods of history.

Cool fact: Don’t miss their “Carte Blanche” shows where contemporary artists are invited to curate museum wide exhibitions.

Mont Salève offers breathtaking views of the Alps and Geneva, making it a popular spot for hiking, cycling, and paragliding. It’s often called Geneva’s ‘backyard mountain’ and is easily accessible by cable car.

Cool fact: There is a Tibetan monastery on the top of the Salève. Visitors can watch the monks performing daily rituals and prayers inside the monastery.

Originally Geneva’s Botanical garden, the Parc des Bastions is a peaceful retreat in the heart of Geneva, featuring a giant chess board and the iconic Reformation Wall, which pays tribute to the city’s Protestant heritage.

Cool fact: The park is central to city life, serving as the venue for year-end school parades, one of the key venues for Geneva’s annual Fete de la Musique and the epicenter of the city’s famous Cours de l’Escalade race which takes place every December.

St. Pierre Cathedral is a historical gem in Geneva’s Old Town, with roots dating back to the 12th century. Known for its gothic and romanesque architecture, it was a major site during the Protestant Reformation.  Visitors can explore the archaeological site beneath the cathedral and climb the towers for panoramic views of Geneva and Lake Geneva.

Cool fact: St. Pierre Cathedral’s organ, installed in 1965, has over 7,000 pipes and is renowned for its rich, beautiful tones, making it a centerpiece for concerts throughout the year.