Top Things to do in Canton of Geneva
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The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Canton of Geneva, Canton of Geneva
Discover the best top things to do in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland including Maison Tavel, Vieux-Carouge, Place Bourg du Four, Eglise Russe, Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre, Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral, Jardin Botanique - Villa le Chene, Chapel of the Maccabees, Pointe de la Jonction, Synagogue Beth-Yaacov.
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1. Maison Tavel
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4.5 based on 443 reviews
This historic building, the foundations of which date back to the 12th century, houses a museum that documents the history of the city.
Reviewed By 588phis - Bangkok, Thailand
This is a free museum highlighting the history of Geneva. The 3D model of the city on the top floor was fascinating. Do not miss it.
2. Vieux-Carouge
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4.5 based on 189 reviews
Once its own independent town, this neighborhood still serves as a refuge from the bustle of city life and is often fondly referred to as the "Greenwich Village of Geneva."
Reviewed By Delnyon - Nyon, Switzerland
Such a nice place to go on a sunny Saturday! It’s very special and not Swiss at all... Full of nice little shops, bars and restaurants, walk around without any plan to feel the great Carouge Atmosphere.
3. Place Bourg du Four
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4.5 based on 665 reviews
This historic town square is situated at the heart of Old Geneva.
Reviewed By greekcypriot2009 - Athens, Greece
The cosmopolitan City of Geneva has a well preserved picturesque old town testimony to its 2,000-year-old history. By stepping onto the cobbled stone streets we were kind of instantly transported back in time. After the stop we had at the 12th-century St Pierre Cathedral with its lofty neoclassical façade features of several architectural styles, we wandered through the labyrinthine paved streets. We visited the Art and History Museum and Maison Travel, the oldest house in the city. The cobblestone alleys of old town wind through lovely buildings that exude old world charm. The alleys are lined with many art galleries, bookshops, antique shops, museums, cafes, and restaurants. Through our stroll around the old town, we explored squares dotted with enchanting fountains, windows overflowing with vibrant blossoms, intricate designs and ornamentations on the lofty wooden doors and the signboards of the cafes.
4. Eglise Russe
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4.5 based on 378 reviews
Reviewed By lindakY6134FL - Gilroy, United States
I’ve never been inside a Russian Church. I had to see this even though my husband and I have been walking around a lot. It was worth the hike. The golden domed top is beautiful. We even went inside the church. It was too sacred inside, we didn’t dare take pictures. I saw an image of the Mother of Perpetual Help. We took a lot of pictures outside. We even witnessed their bells rolling. It sounded quite foreign to me.
5. Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre
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4.5 based on 2,908 reviews
This famous cathedral is best known for its historic significance as the church where John Calvin gave his inspiring sermons during the mid-16th century.
Reviewed By annettestretton - Skelmersdale, United Kingdom
We paid 5EUR each to get to the top of the tower. There aren’t too many steps and the views are 360 degrees of Geneva. Beautiful views and worth the climb. It was a hot day when we visited but the climb up was cool within the stone of the cathedral. Spiral steps and quite enclosed on the way up but not too strenuous.
6. Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral
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4.5 based on 451 reviews
Reviewed By hh219 - Ann Arbor, United States
My husband and I really enjoyed this 18 stop audio tour of the crypt at St. Pierre. I think archaeology is interesting and loved the videos where the team talked some about how they excavated the site. A few of the stops were a little less engaging than others, but overall I liked learning about how the function of the site has changed over time and about how it influenced the development of Geneva.
7. Jardin Botanique - Villa le Chene
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4.5 based on 618 reviews
Reviewed By plodhammar - Baghdad, Iraq
As everything in Geneva the part is well looked after and beautiful. A great spot for a walk or a run on a day with nice wether. There is a small zoo also with a few domesticated animals. Well worth a a few hours and especially with kids since there is a small adventure play ground.
8. Chapel of the Maccabees
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4.5 based on 297 reviews
Reviewed By 277oscaro
Go inside the cathedral and turn right, you’ visit an exquisite little chapel with astonishing carved figures and a beautiful organ
