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Activities for children in Vernier

The largest suburban municipality in the canton of Geneva, Vernier runs along the Rhône to the west of the city, between the iconic towers of Lignon and neighborhoods that descend towards the river. Behind its residential image, it hides a lovely array of activities for children, from the waterfront to indoor venues.

Here, families alternate according to the season: swimming and mini-golf on sunny days, trampoline, climbing, and cinema when the sky is overcast. The Balexert neighborhood and the Lignon district concentrate a good part of the leisure activities, just a few bus stops from downtown Geneva.

To help you choose, here is our selection of activities for children in Vernier, to pick from according to the day's mood.

Our selection of family activities to do in Vernier

Discover the 7 activities in Vernier

Indoor activities

Under cover when the weather turns.
Illustration of the Lignon Pool in Vernier: large turquoise outdoor pool, purple spiral slide, diving boards, wading pool with water jets and children swimming, with the Lignon towers in the background. Indoor and Outdoor Pool of Lignon - Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want a great day of swimming with the family, no matter the weather? The Piscine du Lignon, in Vernier, features indoor pools and a large outdoor area, complete with a slide, paddling pools, and playgrounds to keep both young and old entertained.

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Illustration plate of the grand hall of the Pathé Balexert cinema in Geneva: rows of red seats facing a huge curved screen, with delighted children and a parent settled in the auditorium. Pathé Balexert Cinema
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want an easy and comfortable outing to the movies with the kids? Pathé Balexert, in the heart of the largest shopping center in French-speaking Switzerland, is the biggest multiplex in the country: 13 screens, family-friendly films in French, and everything you need to have a good time with the family, no matter the weather.

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Illustration plate of the Salle du Lignon in Vernier: long concrete façade with high vertical windows framed in wood, with a family and their children approaching the entrance on the paved square. Lignon Hall – Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Looking for a cultural outing with the family in the heart of Geneva? The Salle du Lignon, in Vernier, hosts concerts, theater, dance, circus, and comedy in a spacious, comfortable venue that is easily accessible and perfect for any weather.

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Illustration plate of Tennis and Badminton in Aïre à Vernier: covered courts with orange synthetic grass under a large white tent structure, with children playing tennis and badminton. Tennis and Badminton of Aïre
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Want to get active with your family in Vernier? The Aïre Tennis and Badminton Center offers tennis and badminton courts, both outdoors and indoors, perfect for sharing a sporty moment with your children in any weather.

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Illustration plate of Môll in Vernier: children climbing on a large bouldering wall with colorful holds and jumping on the trampoline park in the background. Le Môll - Trampoline & Climbing - Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want to burn off the kids' energy away from the weather? The Môll, in Vernier, brings together bouldering, a trampoline park, and a play area designed for the little ones, all under one roof. A great indoor adventure, easily accessible and perfect for any weather.

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Outdoor activities

Fresh air, forests, lakes and mountains.
Illustration plate of the Parcours Vita in Vernier in the Bois-des-Frères forest: children are having fun on the wooden fixed and parallel bars along the leaf-covered path, encouraged by a parent. Parcours Vita – Vernier (GE)
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Want to get outdoors with the kids without spending anything? The Parcours Vita in Vernier, nestled in the Bois-des-Frères by the Rhône, features fourteen fun exercise stations along a shaded path, perfect for getting active as a family.

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Illustration of the Lignon Pool in Vernier: large turquoise outdoor pool, purple spiral slide, diving boards, wading pool with water jets and children swimming, with the Lignon towers in the background. Indoor and Outdoor Pool of Lignon - Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want a great day of swimming with the family, no matter the weather? The Piscine du Lignon, in Vernier, features indoor pools and a large outdoor area, complete with a slide, paddling pools, and playgrounds to keep both young and old entertained.

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Illustration plate du Minigolf du Lignon a Vernier: enfants jouant sur un parcours de minigolf en plein air avec lanes en ciment, obstacle orange et tours du Lignon en arriere-plan Minigolf du Lignon
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Looking for a fun outdoor moment with the kids? The Minigolf du Lignon, in Vernier, is the only outdoor minigolf in the canton of Geneva: an 18-hole course, accessible to everyone, right next to the Lignon swimming pool.

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Illustration plate of Tennis and Badminton in Aïre à Vernier: covered courts with orange synthetic grass under a large white tent structure, with children playing tennis and badminton. Tennis and Badminton of Aïre
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Want to get active with your family in Vernier? The Aïre Tennis and Badminton Center offers tennis and badminton courts, both outdoors and indoors, perfect for sharing a sporty moment with your children in any weather.

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Around Vernier

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
Illustration of the Alpine Botanical Garden of Meyrin Alpine Botanical Garden of Meyrin: a playground amidst flowers and animals
Meyrin, Geneva 3-12 years

And what if you took your children to play among the mountain flowers? At the Alpine Botanical Garden of Meyrin, a playground, a small petting zoo, and 2500 plants from the Alps await you, outdoors and for free. A true breath of fresh air for the family, at the gates of Geneva.

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Illustration of the Boulodrome Park in Carouge, playground and pump track Parc du Boulodrome: the large sports playground of Carouge
Carouge, Geneva 4-14 years

What if a single address brought together a playground, a pump track, and a climbing wall, all with free access? At the Parc du Boulodrome in Carouge, by the Arve, your children can go from the slide to the sports modules without ever getting bored. A free outing that appeals to both the little ones and the older ones.

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Illustration of the playground and wading pool at Parc Bertrand in Geneva Play area of Parc Bertrand: wading pool and large games in Champel
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

Are you looking for a playground that appeals to both young and old in Geneva? In the heart of the Champel district, Parc Bertrand combines a large shaded playground and a very popular wading pool in the summer. A classic for Geneva families, free and outdoors.

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Illustration of the playground and wading pool at Parc Trembley in Geneva Play area of Parc Trembley: playground and wading pool at Petit-Saconnex
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

Looking for a large free park where your children can climb, slide, and splash in the heart of Geneva? At Petit-Saconnex, the playground at Parc Trembley combines various games, a multi-sport arena, and, in the summer, a welcome wading pool to cool off with the family.

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Illustration of the playground at Parc La Grange in Geneva, wading pool and rose garden Playground of Parc La Grange: play in the heart of the most beautiful park in Geneva
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

And what if you offered your children a big breath of fresh air in the heart of the most beautiful park in Geneva? The playground at Parc La Grange features slides, sand games, and a summer wading pool, all for free, with the rose garden and the view of the lake as a backdrop.

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Illustration of the playground at Parc des Evaux in Onex, playground and small train Playground of Parc des Evaux: 50 hectares of play and nature in Onex
Onex, Geneva 2-14 years

Want to go out where the kids can run, climb, and play to their heart's content? At Parc des Evaux, in Onex, the playground stretches across 50 hectares of greenery shared between five Geneva municipalities. A breath of fresh air for the family, just a stone's throw from the city.

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Illustration of the playground at Parc des Bastions in Geneva, giant chessboard Playground of the Parc des Bastions: climb, slide, and play giant chess in the heart of Geneva
Geneva, Geneva 2-12 years

Want a gaming break in the heart of Geneva, just steps from the old town? The playground at Parc des Bastions welcomes your children in a wooded park, featuring towers, rope bridges, a slide, and even giant chess. An outdoor outing, public and free, easy to fit into a day in the city.

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Illustration of the playground at Bois-de-la-Bâtie in Geneva Bois-de-la-Bâtie playground: the largest play area in Geneva
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

Want a great outdoor outing in Geneva without spending a dime? At Bois-de-la-Bâtie, your children will discover the largest playground in the city: wooden slide towers, water and sand games, a wading pool in the summer, and a petting zoo right next door. All of this is free and open year-round.

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Activities by budget

A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
Illustration plate of the Parcours Vita in Vernier in the Bois-des-Frères forest: children are having fun on the wooden fixed and parallel bars along the leaf-covered path, encouraged by a parent. Parcours Vita – Vernier (GE)
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Want to get outdoors with the kids without spending anything? The Parcours Vita in Vernier, nestled in the Bois-des-Frères by the Rhône, features fourteen fun exercise stations along a shaded path, perfect for getting active as a family.

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Illustration of the Lignon Pool in Vernier: large turquoise outdoor pool, purple spiral slide, diving boards, wading pool with water jets and children swimming, with the Lignon towers in the background. Indoor and Outdoor Pool of Lignon - Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want a great day of swimming with the family, no matter the weather? The Piscine du Lignon, in Vernier, features indoor pools and a large outdoor area, complete with a slide, paddling pools, and playgrounds to keep both young and old entertained.

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Illustration plate of the grand hall of the Pathé Balexert cinema in Geneva: rows of red seats facing a huge curved screen, with delighted children and a parent settled in the auditorium. Pathé Balexert Cinema
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want an easy and comfortable outing to the movies with the kids? Pathé Balexert, in the heart of the largest shopping center in French-speaking Switzerland, is the biggest multiplex in the country: 13 screens, family-friendly films in French, and everything you need to have a good time with the family, no matter the weather.

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Illustration plate of the Salle du Lignon in Vernier: long concrete façade with high vertical windows framed in wood, with a family and their children approaching the entrance on the paved square. Lignon Hall – Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Looking for a cultural outing with the family in the heart of Geneva? The Salle du Lignon, in Vernier, hosts concerts, theater, dance, circus, and comedy in a spacious, comfortable venue that is easily accessible and perfect for any weather.

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Illustration plate du Minigolf du Lignon a Vernier: enfants jouant sur un parcours de minigolf en plein air avec lanes en ciment, obstacle orange et tours du Lignon en arriere-plan Minigolf du Lignon
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Looking for a fun outdoor moment with the kids? The Minigolf du Lignon, in Vernier, is the only outdoor minigolf in the canton of Geneva: an 18-hole course, accessible to everyone, right next to the Lignon swimming pool.

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Illustration plate of Tennis and Badminton in Aïre à Vernier: covered courts with orange synthetic grass under a large white tent structure, with children playing tennis and badminton. Tennis and Badminton of Aïre
Vernier, Geneva From 6 years

Want to get active with your family in Vernier? The Aïre Tennis and Badminton Center offers tennis and badminton courts, both outdoors and indoors, perfect for sharing a sporty moment with your children in any weather.

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Illustration plate of Môll in Vernier: children climbing on a large bouldering wall with colorful holds and jumping on the trampoline park in the background. Le Môll - Trampoline & Climbing - Vernier
Vernier, Geneva From 3 years

Want to burn off the kids' energy away from the weather? The Môll, in Vernier, brings together bouldering, a trampoline park, and a play area designed for the little ones, all under one roof. A great indoor adventure, easily accessible and perfect for any weather.

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Why choose Vernier for a family outing?

In Vernier, the Lignon is a small kingdom of leisure: you can find the Lignon indoor and outdoor swimming pool for swimming all year round, the Lignon minigolf for a fun moment outdoors, and the Lignon hall, which has a program that caters to young audiences. Enough to create a whole day without leaving the neighborhood.

Children who are full of energy have their place: Le Môll, with its trampolines and climbing walls, turns any gray afternoon into a jumping and climbing session. Sports enthusiasts might prefer the tennis and badminton courts at Aïre, or the Vita course in Vernier for a family outing in the woods.

And for movie nights, the Pathé Balexert remains a safe bet in the canton: its numerous theaters and family programming make it a popular refuge on rainy days.

Between the Rhône, the woods, and its many facilities, Vernier proves that you can explore the western part of Geneva without ever getting bored. A practical, lively, and resourceful municipality for families.