The 10 Best Walking Tours in Geneva, Canton of Geneva

Visit city Geneva, which holds many international organizations and is a big financial center. Try for yourself local food and learn about it’s production traditions. In the evening delight yourself in Aubonne Outlet.

Inclusions: Transportation by air-conditioned minibus, Free Wi-Fi on board vehicles, Hotel pick-up/ drop-off, Tour assistant will accompany you

Exclusions: Food and drink

This experience is provided by a private local. Want to learn the secrets of velvety-smooth Swiss chocolate? Join me for a guided discovery of Geneva's best artisan chocolate-makers. Having lived in Geneva for many years, I know all the best chocolate shops and I am happy to share my favourites with you and tell you all about the art of Swiss chocolate-making. So, prepare yourself for a sweet-filled day during which you will taste some of the best artisanal chocolates in town, and, in fact, in the country! This is the perfect excursion for a chocoholic or anyone looking to treat themselves to a sweet tour of Geneva to taste amazing chocolate and get to know the city in the process. The group size will not exceed 8 people so that you can ask all the questions you have.

Inclusions: A local that wants to show you his city

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To start this walking tour I will meet you up at Brunswick Monument. Then, we will walk by beautiful Lake Geneva, the biggest lakes in western Europe and stop for photos at the famous Jet d'Eau, Geneva's big fountain and symbol of the city. We will then enjoy the walk by the lake to the flower clock, also famous as a Genevan symbol. Then, we will go up to the old town and start with impressive Saint Peters Cathedral, built on four other churches, the oldest one dating back to the 5th century. After having a look inside the Cathedral, we will go on to the town hall and the old arsenal, two important places to discover. In the end of the visit, we will stop in front of the Wall of the Reformation and end our tour in De Neuve square, where the Opera House of Geneva is.

Inclusions: English speaking tour guide, Two-hour guided tour in the old town

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tips

Thanks to this guided tour through the old town, you will know the 40 most delicious anecdotes about Geneva in 2 hours. We will evoke Protestant Geneva, romantic Geneva, warlike Geneva and the Geneva of all records. To end the experience in style, you will also leave with a typical Geneva surprise.

Inclusions: A memory of Geneva

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Experience Geneva’s award-winning chocolate creations as well as an Old Town guided visit in a delightful 3-hour walking tour. Our guests enjoyed this sweet discovery so much that we are TripAdvisor's Geneva no 1 rated Tour, Winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award for 2020 (award offered to 4700 attractions and hotels out of 8,700,000 listed worldwide), Number 1 Food Tour in Switzerland, Winner of the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2019. During the tour your passionate guide will share with you the secrets of chocolate: from the origins to the manufacturing, the history of Swiss chocolate as well as anecdotes and stories about Geneva. You will taste 12 of the best Geneva and Swiss chocolate creations in 6 different stops. You will also enjoy a guided visit of the picturesque Old Town, learn about its history, explore the Lower Streets (les rues Basses), Left Bank (Rive Gauche) and the Right Bank (Rive Droite) and enjoy a boat ride from one bank to the other.

Inclusions: Chocolates all shapes and forms, Expert tour guide, Story telling and anecdotes, Visiting Geneva's landmarks as well as less known sites., Short boat ride, Guarantee skip the lines, Individual hand sanitizer

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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Inclusions: Local guide "Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

This 2 hours city sightseeing tour is a perfect introduction to Geneva. It’s especially great if you’ve just arrived in the city and want to get a lay of the land. This city tour will highlight Geneva’s famous international organizations and show you the city’s top attractions. Your friendly guide will also entertain you with stories about Geneva’s interesting history. In the old town, take a mini train or follow the guide on the walking tour to see the historical places such as the arsenal, town hall, cathedrale St Pierre, Bourg de four.... This tour will give you an overall orientation tour in 2 hours.

Inclusions: Bus tour, Mini-train or Walking tour in the Old town, Visit of the international district of Geneva, Lake Geneva ans its beautiful shores, Admire the famous Jet D'eau: fountain and emblem of Geneva, See St Peter's cathedral, Photo Stop at the United nations

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, Food and drinks, unless specified

How did Geneva become the city of watches? What was the role of boiling soup in the city’s defence? On this self-guided walk you’ll discover plenty of curious stories. Solve fun location-based riddles to dive deep into Geneva’s surprising legends and unlock local recommendations. Visit places serving mouth-watering treats and get our secret tip for the best cheese fondue in town! All while following in the footsteps of Secret City Trails co-founders Kristina & Wendy. Golden storks, impressive cathedrals and charming alleys await! This playful walk across Geneva sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know Geneva’s Old Town or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next. You can fully enjoy this experience of connecting with the city while staying in your own group.

Inclusions: Clues and hints

Exclusions: Gratuities

This Experience is offered by a private local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Geneva? Challenge accepted! Discover Geneva during a short but sweet excursion, in which you will learn the most interesting facts about the city, the local lifestyle and the modern transformation of the city. We will meet at Carrousel Wetzel and will go on our stroll from there :-) Discover what the everyday life of a local looks like and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from, by seeing it through the eyes of a local. Walking through the city, you will discover exactly what makes Geneva special! This is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants and bars to visit during your time here, and learn how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect experience for someone visiting the city for the first time, or someone that wants to rediscover it!

Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his/her city!

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This experience is provided by a private local. Discover Geneva in a nutshell and learn about the history, local lifestyle and modern transformation of the city of Geneva, during this 1-hour walking experience. Geneva has 82 buildings or sites that are listed as Swiss heritage sites of national significance: The entire old city of Geneva is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. During your walk in the beautiful city of Geneva you will see part of these buildings/sites, learn all about the local lifestyle and trends, as well as get insider tips about cafes, restaurants and bars to visit, plus how to make the most of the city’s nightlife. Walking next to Lake Geneva with the view of Mont-Blanc you will see the famous Jet d'Eau Fountain. Learn about the history and culture of the city from a local who loves his/her city and wants you to love it too!

Inclusions: A local that wants to show you his city!

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