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Geneva: the whispering Old Town - City tour including aperitif

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During this guided tour, you explore Geneva's Old Town and learn many interesting facts about its history. After the tour, enjoy an aperitif with local products.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration3 h
LanguagesEnglish · French
Meeting pointSwisstours, Rue François-Bonivard 8, 1201 Genève

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Tour stops

8 stops

  1. Meet in Geneva to begin your guided walking tour of the Old Town.

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  2. Stop at the Old Town's historic square.

  3. Your guide will show you the city's oldest school.

  4. Another square along the route through the Old Town's narrow streets.

  5. Discover the cathedral's significance to the city.

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  6. Stroll along the main street in the Upper Town.

  7. At the fountain, your guide will tell you about the historic battle.

  8. Return to the meeting point, where an aperitif featuring regional specialities awaits.

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Highlights

  • Discover historic squares and monuments of the Old Town
  • Learn about urban development background
  • Re-experience a historic battle at the Escalade Fountain
  • Discover the city's oldest school
  • Stroll through the former red-light district
  • Gain insights into daily life in earlier times
  • Visit Saint-Pierre Cathedral and other sights
  • Sample regional specialties at the aperitif

Description

On a guided tour you explore the winding lanes of Geneva's Old Town and learn about its history. You'll see historic buildings, squares and monuments and discover the meaning of the cathedral.

During the tour you'll be shown local highlights and hidden corners. You gain insights into life in bygone times and the city's development.

At the end of the tour you'll return to the meeting point. There you'll sample regional specialties at an apéro. Regional wines are served to accompany them.

Guided tour itinerary

  • Bourg-de-Four Square
  • Calvin College
  • Madeleine Square
  • St. Pierre Cathedral
  • Grand Street

Inclusions

  • Included:

    3-hour guided city tour

  • Included:

    Local history guide

  • Included:

    Mini-train ride

  • Included:

    Slideshow featuring old photos

  • Included:

    Apéro with cheese, charcuterie and local wines

Meeting point

Swisstours, Rue François-Bonivard 8, 1201 Genève

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Keytours SA

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