Jet d'Eau
The great fountain that shoots water more than 100 m into the air from the harbour, the symbol of Geneva. It usually runs most of the year, depending on wind and weather.
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Geneva: airports, things to do and where to stay
Geneva, on Lake Geneva with the Alps beyond, is a French-speaking Swiss city known for international diplomacy, its old town and its lakeside parks.
Geneva airports
From the airport to central Geneva
Genève Aéroport airport is about 4 km from central Geneva.
Tren (SBB)
Genève-Aéroport station is next to the terminal. Frequent trains run to Genève-Cornavin, the main station, in about 7 min, with links to other Swiss cities.
Autobús urbano (TPG)
Several TPG bus and trolleybus lines link the airport with the centre and other districts. In the baggage reclaim area there are machines giving a free ticket for Geneva's public transport.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals. Central Geneva is about 15 min away depending on traffic. For neighbouring France (Ferney-Voltaire, Annemasse, Saint-Genis), ask the fare first.
Geneva
Things to do in Geneva
Catedral de Saint-Pierre
A Protestant cathedral at the top of the old town, associated with Calvin. You can climb the towers for views of the city and the lake.
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Palacio de las Naciones
The European headquarters of the United Nations, set in a large park north of the centre. It can be visited, usually on a guided tour, but check the conditions beforehand.
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Muro de los Reformadores
A large monument in the Parc des Bastions, dedicated to the Reformation, with statues of Calvin, Farel, Beza and Knox. It stands next to the University of Geneva.
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Which airport serves Geneva?
Geneva is served by Genève Aéroport (GVA).
How far is the airport from central Geneva?
Genève Aéroport airport is about 4 km from central Geneva.
How do I get from the airport to central Geneva?
From Genève Aéroport airport you can take Tren (SBB) (train), Autobús urbano (TPG) (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Geneva?
Highlights of Geneva include Jet d'Eau, Catedral de Saint-Pierre, Palacio de las Naciones, and Muro de los Reformadores.
Photo credits
- Jet d'Eau: Wikibusters, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Catedral de Saint-Pierre: Yann (talk), CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Palacio de las Naciones: Yann Forget, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Muro de los Reformadores: MHM55, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons