The Must Sees and Must Dos...
Some of the major attractions in Geneva are the Flower Clock, Brunswick Monument, Le Corsbusier Building, Solar and Laser Clock and the Treille Promenade.
Lake Geneva Cruises - take you around the magnificent landscapes of Geneva gliding on the lake like graceful swans. Nestled amidst the Alps the lake is an inland sea, where cruise boats sail by the rolling hillsides of La Cote to the climbing vineyards of Lavaux. They also sail from the steep cliffs of the French Chablais to the luminous banks of Haute-Savoie. Ferrying 16 ships including paddle steamers these cruises create an illusion of paradise with glittering stars in the moonlit sky against the backdrop of the snowcapped mountains.
Carouge is a small suburb of Geneva. A place designed by Turinese architects, it gives you a very Mediterranean feel. Its bustling streets and many shaded squares invite one to indulge in long and leisurely strolls. Trendy boutiques, antiques and curio dealers, restaurants and bistros ensure a very warm and congenial ambience.
Trans Eaux-Viviens - This ecofriendly mini-train is ideal for a tour of the Lake Geneva waterfront. The unique minitrain functions on solar energy! No noise, no smoke and no pollution in order to protect the environment. This train journeys along Port-Noir, close to the marina to the Societe Nautique of Geneva all the time making it possible to hop on and off whist visiting the various parks and rose gardens. Taking off every 45 minutes it takes 30 minutes to complete the train ride.
Gardens of Geneva - An important city housing many international organizations, this city is also famous for its lovely gardens. The English gardens, one of the liveliest parks in Geneva is well known for its clock tower. The Botanical Garden is actually a living museum which is
divided into several sections: an arboretum, the rock gardens, greenhouses,
horticultural plants (including a “garden of scent and touch”) and an
animal park devoted to conservation. The Alpin Garden is well known for its watercourses, a pool with aquatic
plants, pergolas, a rose garden in the shape of a rose, plus a park
with goats, chickens and ducks. Le Grange Park, La Perle-du-Lac are some others that may be visited too.
Besides the above, Les Diablerets, Gstaad are important destinations too. Geneva is rich in culture as well, as is obvious with the presence of the Grand-Theatre, the Victoria Hall and the Conservatory of Music.
Geneva Grapes - Wine Tasting in Geneva - at Clos de la Donzelle - One of the oldest Geneva wine estates. Natural, full-bodied, typical wines. Chasselas, Aligoté, Chenin, Gewürztraminer, Gamay, Pinot, Gamaret are some of he varieties harvested here. At 25 min by car from Geneva city center these vineyards are easily accessible.
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