Activities in the canton of Geneva
110 activities for children
Cinéma Le City in Geneva: the auteur cinema of the Eaux-Vives
Looking for a human-scale cinema outing, in the lively Eaux-Vives quarter? Le City, an independent auteur cinema renovated in 2017, is part of the small Geneva group Les Scala. With its family rate, it is a lovely address for a family outing in any weather.
Cinéma Le Nord-Sud in Geneva: the neighbourhood cinema of the Servette
Looking for a warm neighbourhood cinema, over towards the Servette? Le Nord-Sud, opened in 1951 and fully renovated in 2019, is one of the three independent venues of the Les Scala group. With its links to the Animatou animation festival, it is a lovely address for a family outing, in any weather.
Cinéma Les Scala in Geneva: three art-house screens in the Eaux-Vives
Looking for a neighbourhood cinema outing, in a real Geneva art-house venue? Les Scala, in the Eaux-Vives, has three screens, a fine programme of films from around the world and an attractive family rate. Easy to reach by tram, perfect for a family outing in any weather.
Les Cinémas du Grütli in Geneva: the young-audience cinema from age 4
Looking for a cinema that really programmes for children, right in the centre of Geneva? Les Cinémas du Grütli, in the Maison des Arts du Grütli, offer young-audience screenings from age 4, a dedicated summer cycle and even film workshops. A cultural, accessible outing, in any weather.
Pedal Boats in Geneva: a ride in the bay facing the Jet d'eau
Want to get the whole family out on the lake in Geneva? In the bay, on either bank, pedalo rental gets you on the water within minutes, facing the Jet d'eau: you pedal, the children take the helm and soak up the view. A simple, refreshing summer outing — no booking required.
Bécassine Park Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva in Versoix
Want a relaxing day by the lake without spending a dime? At Parc de la Bécassine, at the mouth of the Versoix, your kids can splash in Lake Geneva while you enjoy a large shaded lawn. A free and family-friendly beach, perfect for sunny days in Versoix.
Eaux-Vives Beach: swimming in the heart of Geneva
Want a day at the beach without leaving the city? Just a stone's throw from the harbor, the Plage des Eaux-Vives stretches 400 meters of sand and pebbles along Lake Geneva, right in the heart of Geneva. Shallow water, a large shaded park, and free access: here’s a perfect summer outing for the family.
Reposoir Beach in Pregny-Chambésy: large lawn and swimming in Lake Geneva
Want a day by the lake with the kids, without paying for entry or squeezing onto a dock? The beach of Reposoir in Pregny-Chambésy offers you its large lawn facing Mont-Blanc, just a few minutes from Geneva. A large sandbox, access to Lake Geneva, and a refreshment stand: that's enough to keep the whole tribe entertained.