The city of Geneva, an important contributor to the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites welcomes you! Kick off your journey with a pinch of religious touch. If you wish to set out on a day trip from Geneva, stop by Cathedral St-Pierre et Chapel des Macchabés or Notre Dame Church. The main archaeological sites like the Foundation Baur, Museum of the arts d'Extrême-Orient and Parc et Campagne de la Grange are some rare sites hard to find anywhere else in the continent. Then come the museums, theatres and other cultural sites here; things like The Opera House, the Grand Theatre de Genève, popular for hosting the largest stage in Switzerland. It features opera, dance performances, recitals, concerts and theatre. The Victoria Hall is a must visit too. With numerous museums and various art galleries in the city, this place is also a home to the United Nations headquarters which can also be visited. Geneva, thousand delights in a single city! An ideal location in the heart of Europe, Geneva offers unforgettable experiences in a one of a kind natural setting! From the shores of the biggest lake in Western Europe to its breath-taking views, Geneva never ceases to amaze time and again. This picturesque city makes you enjoy to the fullest. You will find yourself being spellbound by its diverse and enchanting landscape. Geneva has everything it takes to ensure that you have a magical experience, one that will leave you completely awestruck. But don’t you think that’s all there is in Swiss! Besides the infinite endowments of this city, here are top 5 handpicked weekend break destinations for the Best Day Trips from Geneva:

1. The Chillon Castle:

A blend of elegance and history awaits your arrival! The walls of the 9th century Chillon Castle rising from the waters of Lake Geneva in one of the Europe’s most dramatically aesthetic settings. Costumed guides add up to the experience with ancient stories that bring the castle to life. The highlights are the kitchen, banqueting hall, Bernese Room, Heraldic Hall, the Duke’s apartments, St. George’s Chapel and the Count’s Great Hall with its splendid coffered ceiling and Gothic styles. The most preferred mode of transport among people for day trip from Geneva to Chillon Castle is a personal car taking a total travelling time of around 1 hour 45 minutes. Other travelling options include hiring a taxi which will take you to the destination in nearly the same time.

2. Mont Saleve:

On the French border south of Geneva, Mont Saleve stands tall with its breath-taking views and manages to bring bundles of joy in your day trip with never ending outdoor activities! This limestone ridge offers super amazing views of the lake and the Alps. Along with the views, you can enjoy rock climbing and hiking here. You may also simply take the 6 minute cable car from Veyrier to an elevation of 1,143 meters. Between the Petit and Grand Salève is a half an hour climb to the summit of the Petit-Salève. At 1.5 kilometres from the Monnetier, a road on the right leads to magnificent scenes of the Mont Blanc chain and Lake Geneva. At 1,308 meters, this is the highest point on the Grand Salève. Eureka! The best way for a day trip from Geneva to Mont Saleve is a personal car taking a total travelling time of around 40-45 minutes. Other travelling options include a bus which would take 50 minutes. Alternatively, you can even rent a taxi that will take you to the destination in around 40 minutes.

3. Château d’Annecy :

A nearly perfect natural setting beside a mountain backed lake, it undoubtedly is hard to beat the French town of Annecy! Get to learn more about the town’s history at the museum inside the Château d’Annecy, a restored castle that brightens up the old town, the Vieille Ville in grace. Stroll around its narrow streets and enjoy the scenery of medieval houses that line its canals. Have good food and fun wandering around the ever pleasing paths of nature. For a day trip from Geneva to Annecy, the most preferred option both by locals and spendthrift tourists, is a personal car taking a total travelling time of around 45-50 minutes. Alternatively, you can save some load on your pocket and book your seat in a bus taking about 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there. If you don’t prefer public transit, a taxi can also be hired which will take you to the destination in around 50 minutes.

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