Holidays with children in Geneva

The top things to do with kids in Geneva

The top activities for kids in Geneva include:

• Feeding the swans on Lake Geneva;
• Counting all the puppets at the Marionette Museum;
• Exploring the antique cannons and arquebuses at the L'ancien arsenal museum;

• Explore caves in the Bois de la Batie park;
• Take a steam train ride at the Swiss Vapeur Parc near Montreux;
• Enjoy a picnic and swimming at the Bains des Paquis harbor;
• Climb trees at the ForestLand forest park, which is a 30-minute drive from Geneva;
• Get a panoramic view of Geneva from the Ferris wheel in the English Garden.

Stettler Chocolate Factory

One of the most memorable activities for kids in Geneva is a visit to the Stettler Chocolate Factory located at 49 avenue Blanc. Here, children can not only discover the secrets of Swiss candy making but also have the opportunity to create their own chocolates. For example, one of the most iconic Geneva souvenirs is a chocolate pot.

Legend has it that during a nighttime invasion attempt by the Duke of Savoy's troops, a courageous woman poured hot soup from a cauldron over the fortress wall, drenching the soldiers and causing chaos with screams and indiscriminate firing. The city awoke to the commotion, and the attack failed. Since that event, this cauldron, known as "marmite" by the Genevans, has become a symbol of Geneva. Hundreds of marmites are displayed throughout the city during every Escalade celebration.

Amusement Parks

If you're looking for more family fun, consider visiting one of the amusement parks near Geneva. Options include Les Caraibes sur Leman water park near Montreux or Signal de Bougy, located about an hour's drive from Geneva. Signal de Bougy is one of Europe's largest "adventure parks," offering ropes courses, rides, and sports fields for all to enjoy.