Geneva is renowned as Europe's greenest city relative to its size, and among its abundant green spaces, the botanical garden stands out as a verdant gem. This haven of biodiversity is open 365 days a year and offers free admission, making it a delightful destination regardless of the season.
Here, you'll encounter several greenhouses that host an array of both indigenous and exotic plants and trees, arranged thematically throughout the space. The greenhouses, in particular, showcase numerous succulent plant varieties such as cacti and agave. There is also a compact animal park and a conveniently located restaurant within the premises. You can easily spend 1-2 hours wandering around and taking a relaxing stroll in here.
Getting to the Jardin Botanique is a breeze: from Geneva's main train station, hop on bus 1 or 25 for a short 10 to 15-minute ride to the final stop. Alternatively, you can take tram 15 to "Nations," visit the iconic Place des Nations, and then enjoy a brief 5-minute stroll down Avenue de la Paix to reach the botanical garden.