Sunday by the lake in Geneva

The lake doesn't close on Sundays, and neither do these. Swims, boats, quays and lunches with a view, hand-checked for Sunday hours.

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Téléphérique du Salève
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Téléphérique du Salève

Cable car up the Salève, Geneva's balcony over the city, the lake and Mont Blanc.

  • Sun 09:00-19:00 (last descent 18:45) until 1 November; closed for annual maintenance 2-26 November 2026; from 29 November 09:00-17:00 (last descent 16:45)
  • Return EUR 18 adult, EUR 6.50 child, family pass EUR 49
  • Route du Téléphérique, Veyrier / Étrembières (FR)
Musée d'histoire des sciences
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Musée d'histoire des sciences

Antique telescopes and scientific instruments in a lakeside villa. Great for curious kids, and the park is right outside.

  • Sun 10:00-17:00
  • Free
  • Parc de la Perle du Lac, Rue de Lausanne 128, 1202 Genève
CGN – Geneva Tour / Geneva Grand Tour cruise
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CGN – Geneva Tour / Geneva Grand Tour cruise

A classic lake cruise past lakeside villas and the Jet d'Eau.

  • Sun Geneva Grand Tour every Sunday 12:35-15:05 from Genève Mont-Blanc (until 3 January 2027); Geneva Tour (1 h) every Sunday (until 12 December 2026)
  • Geneva Tour CHF 20
  • Departs Jardin Anglais / Mont-Blanc piers
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Restaurant de la Plage & Buvette

We want each guest to receive quality service in a friendly atmosphere, while enjoying the idyllic setting. Our dishes are cooked using local, traceable and ethical products.

  • Sun 10:00-19:00
  • Modern French restaurant
  • Quai Gustave-Ador 75, 1207 Genève, Switzerland
Bains des Pâquis
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Bains des Pâquis

Lake baths in the harbour: swimming in summer, with winter offers too (check the site).

  • Sun Sauna & hammam 08:00-22:30 (last entry 21:30, season 20 Sep-23 May); winter swimmers' changing rooms 09:00-20:30
  • Quai du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève
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Restaurant la Perle du Lac

Located along the lake in the park Mon Repos, La Perle du Lac you will discover, in a green environment, stunning views of the harbor facing Mont Blanc, near major hotels in Geneva, in the heart of the diplomatic Geneva area .

  • Sun 09:30-22:00
  • Haute French restaurant
  • Rue de Lausanne 126, 1202 Genève
Jet d'Eau
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Jet d'Eau

Geneva's 140 m icon, shooting water out at 200 km/h. Walk the jetty right to its base if you don't mind getting wet.

  • Sun Until 1 Nov 2026: 10:00-22:30. Off for maintenance 2 Nov-3 Dec 2026. Dec: 10:00-16:00
  • Free
  • Quai Gustave-Ador, 1207 Genève
Baby-Plage
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Baby-Plage

Sand-and-grass city beach open 365 days a year, with a wild play area for little ones.

  • Sun 24/7, all year
  • Free
  • Quai Gustave-Ador, 1208 Genève
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La Paire

Café and thrift shop by the lake serving colourful brunch plates. Try the chocolate mousse with hazelnuts.

  • Sun From 10:30
  • Eaux-Vives, Genève
Buvette des Bains des Pâquis
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Buvette des Bains des Pâquis

Geneva's favourite lakeside canteen on the Pâquis jetty.

  • Sun 07:00-22:30 (breakfast 07:00-11:30)
  • Breakfast CHF 12; Crémant fondue CHF 27
  • Quai du Mont-Blanc 30, Bains des Pâquis, 1201 Genève
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Promenade du lac Léman

Easy 3 km lakeside stroll (about 45 min), wheelchair-accessible.

  • Sun Always open (outdoor route)
  • Free
  • Genève
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Reposoir Beach

Public lake beach (per Google listing).

  • Sun open 24 hours daily
  • Genève
Restaurant du Creux-de-Genthod
Photo: Le Creux de Genthod (creuxdegenthod.com)
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Restaurant du Creux-de-Genthod

Close to the city but in a lively lakeside setting, the Creux-de-Genthod is a warm and inviting place. Enjoy our refined cuisine while contemplating the lake and the view of the Mont Blanc massif.

  • Sun 10:00-21:30
  • Swiss restaurant
  • Rte du Creux-de-Genthod 29, 1294 Genthod, Switzerland
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Towers of St. Peter's Cathedral

Climb the cathedral towers for a view over the Old Town and the lake.

  • Sun Sun 12 PM–5:30 PM (Oct–May); last climb 30 min before closing
  • Cour de Saint-Pierre, 1204 Genève
Kidsrain-proofVersoix

TOTEM Versoix

Lakeside climbing hall with a Ninja Warrior zone kids refuse to leave. 15 minutes by train from Cornavin; no booking, adult with under-12s.

  • Sun From 10:00
  • Day entry, kids from CHF 10
  • Chemin de la Scie 2, 1290 Versoix
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La Potinière

Nestled in the heart of the English Garden right beside the lake: a relaxed spot for a Sunday drink with friends.

  • Sun 09:30-14:30
  • Restaurant
  • Le, Jard. Anglais, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
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Le Wine and Beef Lévrier

Ideally located at 2 minutes from the train station and a few steps from the lake and the luxury hotels. The Wine & Beef is the perfect place for dining in a big group: the decor is bistro-chic with plenty of light and two terraces.

  • Sun 12:00-15:00 / 19:00-23:00
  • Chophouse restaurant
  • Rue Ami-Lévrier 3, 1201 Genève

Hours checked by hand; always confirm with the venue before you go.

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