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Discover Geneva with Rafeek

Geneva is the second-most populous city in Switzerland and the most populous in French-speaking Romandy.

Seeing Geneva without the story is only half the trip

The problem

Group tours run on someone else's clock, printed signs say too little, and searching for context on your phone pulls you out of the moment. Most travellers leave Geneva with photos but no sense of what they actually saw.

How Rafeek fixes it

Rafeek is a personal audio guide in your pocket. Press play at each landmark in Geneva, listen at your own pace, and keep your eyes on the place instead of a screen. Guides work offline, so no roaming or signal worries.

What you'll discover in Geneva

24 landmarks with their own audio guide — tap any one to read what you'll hear.

Ariana Museum

Also known as the Swiss Museum of Ceramics and Glass, this museum is housed in a magnificent neo-baroque palace. Its collection features over 25,000 pieces, tracing 1,200 years of ceramic and glass art history.

Bains des Paquis

A popular public swimming area and social hub on the western shore of Lake Geneva. It offers a beach, saunas, massages, and a restaurant, making it a beloved spot for locals and tourists year-round.

Broken Chair Sculpture

A monumental sculpture of a giant chair with a broken leg, located on the Place des Nations. Created by artist Daniel Berset, it symbolizes opposition to landmines and cluster bombs and serves as a reminder to diplomats.

Brunswick Monument

An ornate mausoleum built in 1879 to honor Charles II, Duke of Brunswick, who bequeathed his fortune to the city of Geneva. This neo-Gothic structure is a replica of the Scaliger Tombs in Verona, Italy.

CERN

The European Organization for Nuclear Research is one of the world's leading laboratories for particle physics. Visitors can explore the Globe of Science and Innovation and the Microcosm exhibition to learn about the fundamental structure of the universe.

Conservatory and Botanical Garden of Geneva

A vast botanical garden featuring over 14,000 plant species from around the world, spread across 28 hectares. The grounds include greenhouses, a rock garden, an arboretum, and dedicated sections for protected plants.

Grand Theatre de Geneve

Geneva's magnificent opera house, which presents a world-class program of opera, ballet, and recitals. The building itself is a grand 19th-century structure, beautifully restored after a fire in 1951.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

This museum offers a unique look into the history of humanitarian action through its main exhibition, 'The Humanitarian Adventure'. It explores themes of defending human dignity, restoring family links, and reducing natural risks.

Jardin Anglais (English Garden)

A picturesque urban park located on the shore of Lake Geneva, created in 1855. It is famous for the L'horloge Fleurie (the flower clock), a tribute to the city's watchmakers, and the Monument National.

Jet d'Eau

One of Geneva's most famous landmarks, the Jet d'Eau is a large fountain on Lake Geneva. It propels water 140 meters into the air and is visible throughout the city and from the air.

L'horloge Fleurie (Flower Clock)

An iconic outdoor clock made of flowers, located within the Jardin Anglais. It is a symbol of Geneva's watchmaking industry and its dedication to nature, with its floral design changing with the seasons.

Martin Bodmer Foundation

A UNESCO Memory of the World site, this library and museum houses one of the world's most important private collections of manuscripts and early printed books. Highlights include a Gutenberg Bible and first editions of Shakespeare's plays.

Musee d'Art et d'Histoire

Geneva's largest art and history museum, housing a vast collection that spans from prehistory to the modern day. Its exhibits cover archaeology, applied arts, and fine arts, featuring works by Swiss and international artists.

Natural History Museum of Geneva

The largest natural history museum in Switzerland, featuring extensive collections of regional fauna, minerals from around the world, and life-sized animal dioramas. It is a family-friendly attraction with interactive exhibits.

Palace of Nations

The European headquarters of the United Nations, this vast complex is a symbol of international diplomacy and peace. Visitors can take guided tours to see important rooms like the Human Rights and Alliance of Civilizations Room and the Assembly Hall.

Parc des Bastions

A beautiful green space in the city center, located at the foot of the Old Town. The park is famous for the Reformation Wall, life-sized chess boards, and its tree-lined promenades.

Parc La Grange

Geneva's largest and most beautiful park, offering stunning views of the lake from its gentle slopes. It features ancient trees, the ruins of a Roman villa, and an exquisite rose garden with over 200 varieties.

Patek Philippe Museum

A prestigious museum dedicated to the art of watchmaking, showcasing over five centuries of horological history. The collection includes antique watches from the 16th to the 19th century and a display of Patek Philippe's own creations since 1839.

Place du Bourg-de-Four

Situated in the heart of the Old Town, this is Geneva's oldest public square and was once a Roman marketplace. Today, it's a charming and lively hub with cafes, restaurants, fountains, and boutique shops.

Plainpalais Flea Market

One of Switzerland's largest and most famous flea and farmers' markets, held on the vast Plainpalais square. It's a vibrant place where you can find everything from antiques and second-hand clothes to fresh local produce.

Reformation Wall

Located in the Parc des Bastions, this monumental wall honors the key figures of the Protestant Reformation. It features large statues of William Farel, John Calvin, Theodore Beza, and John Knox.

Russian Orthodox Church

A striking example of Byzantine-Muscovite architecture with gleaming golden onion domes. Built in the 19th century, its rich interior is adorned with icons and carvings, serving the Russian Orthodox community.

St. Pierre Cathedral

A historic cathedral in the heart of Geneva's Old Town, known for its mix of Gothic, Romanesque, and Neoclassical styles. It was the adopted home church of Protestant Reformation leader John Calvin, and visitors can climb the towers for panoramic city views.

Victoria Hall

A prestigious concert hall renowned for its exceptional acoustics and ornate Belle Epoque architecture. It is the primary venue for classical music in Geneva, hosting the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and other international performers.

How Rafeek works in Geneva

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About Geneva

Geneva is the second-most populous city in Switzerland and the most populous in French-speaking Romandy. Situated in the southwest of the country, where the Rhône leaves Lake Geneva, it is the capital of the Republic and Canton of Geneva. Geneva is a global city, an international financial centre, and a worldwide centre for diplomacy, which has led to it being called the "Peace Capital".