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Summer in GenevaThings to see and do, and where to eat on an incredible summertime trip to Geneva, Switzerland!AuthorsSteller
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Sights

Lake Geneva
The iconic lake (the largest in Europe!) shared by Switzerland and France.
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Les Corsaires
Hire a boat and go out on the lake!
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Conservatoire et Jardin botaniques de Genève
An absolutely beautiful place to take a break from the city.
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Rue du Perron
Lace up your walking shoes and explore the old city.
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Parc Mon Repos
This beautiful park is great for some fresh air and take in some natural beauty. Keep your eye out as this park is also home to an array of birds like parrots and canaries!
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Rue des Barrières
Be sure to bring a camera!
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Cathédrale Saint-Pierre Genève
Strolling around the cathedral is free, but it's worth paying the small extra fee to access its towers.
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Carouge
A super cool neighborhood designed by Italian architects that is definitley worth exploring! Nicknamed the "Greenwich Village" of Geneva.
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Place du Bourg-de-Four
If you're headed to the cathedral be sure to check out this plaza. This old town offers some amazing cafes, shops, and restaurants.
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CERN
Take bus 23, 28, or 57 and get off at "Blandonnet," then catch tram 18 or bus 68 to the final stop, "CERN." There's literally nowhere else in the world like it, so don't skip this stop.
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Beaches

Plage des Eaux-Vives
A great place to post up and have a picnic. Go for a stroll or take a dip in the lake. Summertime can get crowded so get there early!
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Bains des Pâquis
Geneva's most popular beach and beloved by its locals. As popular as the beach is there's also an iconic foudue spot, Buvette des Bains, on site which is best shared with a group.
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Parc de La Perle du Lac
Two terraces offer beautiful views over the lake, city, and mountains. The perfect place for an evening picnic.
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Eats

La Terrasse
This lakeside patio is a great place to grab a drink and watch the boats cruise the harbor. Get there early for sunsets so you can grab an actual seat.
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Le Socrate
A favorite of the locals!
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Threekids bagel Rive
There's reason this place is a 5 star eat! Their bagels are world-class. Try the Saturday special with eggs and salmon or the Champel bagel woth pastrami on parmesan garlic bagel.
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Café PAPON
Looking for a piece of mythical history along with your meal? Look no further than Papon which opened in 1808. Book ahead to get a table on the patio.
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HELIA
Come for the tartines but stay for the coffee. One of the better coffee spots in Geneva.
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