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Geneva, Switzerland
One of the tallest fountains in the world and the symbol of Geneva, Jet d'Eau can be spotted throughout the city (Digital Vision)
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Geneva Family Travel Tips

By Candyce H. Stapen

  • Admire the Jet d'eau, the world's tallest water fountain.
  • Learn about the International Red Cross and how you can help by visiting its museum.
  • Meander through Ariana Park to meet the peacocks and admire the sculpture.
  • Go jump in Lake Geneva for a swim.
  • Ride a ferry to Montreux to explore a splendid, 13th-century castle.

Family Overview: Geneva, Switzerland

By Candyce H. Stapen
Global organizations, chocolate, and watches are some of the things that come to mind when thinking about Geneva. The city anchors the southwest corner of Lake Geneva at the border between Switzerland and France (the French call the lake Lac Léman). With the Rhône River flowing through, one of the largest lakes in Europe spreading from its shores, and one quarter of the city covered by public parks, Geneva is a beautiful European city. Read More

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Hotels

Suitehotel Geneve

Avenue Louis Casaie 30
Geneva 1216 Map

Distance: 2.9 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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4.0

Hotel Phoenix

79 Avenue Louis-Casai
Geneva Map

Distance: 3.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

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4.0

Sofitel Geneve

18-20, rue du Cendrier
GENEVE 1201 Map

Distance: 1.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0
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Attractions

Cathédrale St Pierre (La)

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6 Cours Saint-Pierre
1204

Distance: 0.9 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Lac Léman (Lake Geneva)

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Lakeside
1006

Distance: 30.8 mi. (from destination center)
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5_0

Le Salève

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Route Blanche
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 74400 Switzerland

Distance: 38.8 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0
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Airports

Major Airports near Geneva

Distance (mi.)
Geneva International Airport 3.3 map
Lyon Satolas Airport 67.5 map
Turin Citta Di Torino Airport 107.7 map

Other Smaller Airports near Geneva

Distance (mi.)
Annecy-Meythe Airport 19.4 map
Lyon Saint Geoirs Airport 74.7 map
Berne Belp Airport 80.5 map

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