Summer activities for children in Pregny-Chambésy

Want a big breath of fresh green air with the kids, without worrying about your wallet? The Botanical Garden of Geneva, by the lake in Chambésy, combines a zoo, tropical greenhouses, and vast lawns, all in a free and open setting year-round.

Want to show your children a monument that tells a great story in the heart of Geneva? The Broken Chair, an immense wooden chair with a broken leg, stands in the Place des Nations, facing the Palais des Nations. A free visit, outdoors, suitable for all seasons and all curiosities.

Want a day by the lake without spending a dime? The Vengeron beach in Bellevue welcomes you for free on a large lawn by Lake Geneva, with a dock, a snack bar, and a playground. The perfect spot for a family outing just a stone's throw from Geneva.

Looking for a water outing that works in all weather with the kids? The Varembé pool, just a stone's throw from the Place des Nations in Geneva, features indoor pools open year-round and a large outdoor area in the summer, complete with a wading pool designed for the little ones.

Want to take a swim in the city with the kids? The swimming area at Quai Wilson offers direct and developed access to the lake, facing the Jet d'eau, with ramps for entering the water, changing cabins, and a refreshment stand right on the grass.

Looking for a warm and intimate cultural outing with the kids? The Théâtre Le Douze Dix-Huit, in Grand-Saconnex, offers performances for young audiences in a cozy small venue, easily accessible and perfect for any weather.

Looking for a free and amazing cultural outing with the kids? Nestled in the beautiful Villa Bartholoni, by the lake in the Parc de la Perle du Lac, the Museum of the History of Science in Geneva takes both young and old on a journey through globes, telescopes, and instruments of the past, sheltered and in peace.

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.