Many attractions that form the best sightseeing areas of Geneva are easy to access on foot. They are most enjoyable to see when one travels on foot. The only attraction that is not accessible on foot is Lake Geneva. Motorboats are the best means of experiencing a thrilling sightseeing tour of the lake. People here refer to motorboats as mouttes, a local word that also refers to seagulls.
Crisscrossing both Geneva City and Lake Geneva is part of the sightseeing experience in this part of the world. Another interesting site you should visit is where the emblem of the city, the Jet d’Eau is. You will have a chance to see the magnificent view of the Cathédrale St-Pierre, a building that dominates The Old Town. This cathedral is situated next to the church where John Calvin taught. This church is popularly known as Auditoire. John Knox also preached in the same church and also oversaw the successful production of the Geneva Bible as part of the 16th century highly successful attempts at church reformation.
Ile Rousseau is a little island that is often identified with River Rhône. Sightseeing at the site of this island is also a great idea. The most interesting thing is that the island is in right in the city center. While walking past this island, it is not possible for you to fail to see the authoritative statue of the country’s renowned philosopher, Jean-Jacques Rousseau. It is important for a visitor to go to the Port of Geneva which is widely seen as the ultimate sightseeing destination. The view of this port is even more superb than that of the entire city.
The ‘City of Parks’ as Geneva is widely referred to, boasts of many relaxing recreational parks that provide an ideal atmosphere for people who are unfamiliar with this place. In other words, the parks are very welcoming just like the people of this city. The Promenade des Bastions is situated within Geneva’s city center. It is after visiting this place that you will know why the Reformation Wall is famous. The chess pieces found outside the wall are part of the marvel that contributes to the wall’s fame.
People also love the sightseeing experience at the site of the great Roman Villas that today lay in ruins at La Grande. The Rose Garden is also of utmost significance since the international Rose Competition takes place here annually.