United Nations in Europe Built at the heart of Ariana Park, the Palais des Nations is the European headquarters of the United Nations. Individual sections are open to the public such as the Consultation Hall, which is decorated with magnificent works of art. Furthermore, the Palais opens its doors daily and provides fascinating guided tours …
Jet d’Eau The world-famous Jet d’Eau is a water jet which shoots out water 140 m high and at a speed of 200 kmph. It can be viewed from the Geneva Harbour or even reached for an up-close experience via a stone jetty from the lake’s left bank Jet d’Eau is a prominent symbol of …
Cruise on Lake Geneva During the summer, a wide variety of boat cruises operate from Geneva. Visitors can choose from options ranging from lunch and dinner cruises to day excursion trips. A relaxing journey on one of the Belle Époque boats is a must for visitors. The Geneva cruises are also starting points for tours …
Flower Clock Located at the English Garden (Jardin Anglais), Geneva’s famous “Flower Clock” is a renewable living masterpiece, and a symbol of the city’s watchmaking industry. The clock tells the time accurately and comprises of about 12,000 flowers and plants. The floral arrangements and decor change every season, thereby making this a popular photo point …
Gruyères Enjoy a day trip to the medieval car-free town of Gruyères. The town has a charm of its own thanks to its superb gastronomy and its modern show dairy as well as many cultural experiences. Visit the 13th Century Castle of Gruyeres which lies on a hill above the river Seane, which is now …
The Olympic Museum For sports enthusiasts, Lausanne is home to the famous Olympic Museum, which houses the world’s largest archives of the Olympic Games. The museum pays homage to the Olympics and contains exhibits, audio-visual media and the latest technology chronicling the story of the games and its athletes from antiquity to today. The Olympic …
Cruises on Lake Geneva The natural beauty of the Lake Geneva Region is best observed on board a cruise. Visitors can admire and photograph the lake, quaint towns, vineyards, mountains, castles and landscape on a relaxing boat ride. They can even enjoy the sights and sounds of the region while having a delicious lunch on …
Chaplin’s World, The house in Vevey where Charlie Chaplin spent the last 25 years of his life, is now converted into an interactive museum that provides an insight into his work as well as his life. An unmissable experience which includes his movie sets, many original artefacts and access to his home. Chaplin’s World is …
Rochers-de-Naye A 55-minute scenic rail journey takes visitors from Montreux to Rochers-de-Naye. It takes visitors alongside Lake Geneva, up into the mountains. At the summit, visitors observe marmot colonies and enjoy the Alpine Garden. In winter, Father Christmas resides here during the Christmas season
Chillon Castle Located a few minutes’ drive from Montreux, the Chillon Castle is one of Switzerland’s most visited attractions. This 12th century castle houses many treasures from the town’s rich historical past. Guests can view the wall paintings from the 14th century, the subterranean vaults, parade halls and the bedrooms (which have been preserved in …