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1. Old Town Geneva ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. MAMCO (Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

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4. Jardin Anglaise (English Garden)

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5. Bains des Paquis

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6. Batie Woods

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7. Centre de Art Contemporain - Geneva Contemporary Art Center

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8. Conservatory and Botanical Garden of Geneva

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9. Ile Rousseau

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10. The Institute and Museum of Voltaire (Institut et Musee Voltaire)

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11. International Museum of the Reformation (MIR)

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12. Jet d'Eau

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13. Local Flavors Tour

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14. Musee Ariana (Ariana Swiss Museum of Ceramics and Glass)

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15. Musees d'Art et d’Histoire de Geneve (Museum of Art and History)

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16. Musee d'ethnographie de Geneve (The Ethnographic Museum of Geneve - MEG)

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17. Musee Rath

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18. The Natural History Museum of Geneva

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19. The Palace of Nations (Palais des Nations)

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20. Patek Philippe Museum

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21. Place du Bourg-de-Four

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22. The Reformation Wall - Mur des Reformateurs

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23. Tavel House (Maison Tavel)

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24. Eat and Chill Tour

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25. House of Rousseau

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Geneva is located in the French-speaking region of Switzerland, where it occupies an enviable location along the shores of Lake Geneva.
  • Lovers of history, art, and culture can enjoy visiting museums to suit all curiosities and learning about the Reformation, the United Nations, and the International Red Cross.
  • Many of the most popular museums are conveniently grouped together close to the large open-air Pleinpalais.

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How to get there:

Book a flight to Geneva International Airport.

Getting around:

Ask your hotel for the Free Geneva Transport Card to get around while you are there.

Geneva, Switzerland Events and Festivals:

The Gena Festival is a musical event that takes place in the summer.

The St-Germain summer concerts - enjoy free musical performances.

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