The second-largest city in Switzerland, Geneva is a major international hub, known for its finance district, watchmaking industry, beautiful scenery and being home to numerous international organisations such as the Red Cross and the United Nations.
Sitting on the shores of the Lake that it is named after, it’s little wonder why Geneva often tops lists of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The natural backdrop of the Swiss Alps over the city makes it look beautiful at any time of the year, and with Lake Geneva sitting just a short walk from the city centre, there are few other global cities where you can feel as connected to nature as in Geneva. Let's go
The UN, the Red Cross and the WHO (World Health Organisation) all call Geneva home, which gives it its nickname of “the Peace Capital of the World”. For those interested in politics, geopolitics, history and current affairs, Geneva is an excellent city to visit, because you can see all of these hugely important organisations and where they operate from. Let's go
A touch of Swiss history in an ultra-modern city is a luxury that not too many other Swiss cities can offer. Geneva’s Old Town blends traditional Alpine history with modern Geneva living for the ultimate travel experience. Narrow, winding streets and historic buildings, including Saint-Pierre Cathedral, which was founded in the fourth century and has been operating as a cathedral since 1150, are just a few of the historic sites in Geneva’s Old Town. Let's go
Switzerland and good food and drink go hand-in-hand, but did you know that Geneva is one of the best foodie cities in Switzerland? The area bordering Lake Geneva is known for some of the best white wine in Europe, while Swiss chocolatiers in the city create some of the nicest chocolate you’ll ever taste. For those without a sweet tooth, you’ve got to try some traditional Swiss fondue when you’re in Geneva. Yum! Let's go